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$325,000

717 Watson St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

5 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,949 sqft
0.1 acres
$167 / sqft
House

Property details

About 717 Watson St SW

Welcome to this stunning transformation! What was once a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is now a spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence updated from top to bottom. Step into the heart of the home and fall in love with the brand-new kitchen featuring brand new stainless steel appliances, range, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Also features a kitchen island perfect for entertaining or casual meals. The main floor offers a primary suite with its own private bath and a convenient main floor laundry and mud room area for easy living. Off the laundry is a walk-in pantry and half-bath. Upstairs, you'll find four additional bedrooms and a full bathroom.With thoughtful upgrades throughout and added space for your family to grow, this move-in ready home is a rare find.Parking is available on the street or at the rear with access from the alley that runs beside the house. Enjoy proximity to the new amphitheater, Grand River, John Ball Park and everything downtown has to offer. Don't miss your chance to own this beautifully reimagined home. Schedule your showing today! ***NOTE: Exterior of house is being painted this week, new pictures will be posted July 8*** All Offers due Tuesday, July 15 @5pm

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusComing Soon
Size1,949 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1890
ParkingAggregate, See Remarks
MLS #65025031859
FireplaceDining Room
Active DateJuly 08, 2025

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Fireplace: Dining Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Parking: Aggregate, See Remarks
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $325,000
  • Price/SqFt: $166
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,970
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: West on Fulton Street, Left onto Seward, Right onto Watson. House is on Right.
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,949 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 65025031859
  • MLS Name: Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS
  • Office Name: 616 Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (616) 272-3707
  • Listing Agent: Anthony J Shaw

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$123,500$1,970
2023$99,600$1,970
2022$92,800$1,970
2021$81,600$1,949
2020$72,600$1,949
2019$57,900$1,843
2018$47,300$1,852
2017$43,500$1,652

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Sibley School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

943 Sibley St NW

4

Southwest Community Campus School

Public District PK-6

0.9 mi

801 Oakland Ave SW

4

Stocking Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

863 7th St NW

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $18,707. The most common annual income of people living in Grand Rapids, MI is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

89%
<35k
11%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

58%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
51%
18-34 yrs old
23%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HondaHonda
  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 717 Watson St SW

The listing price of 717 Watson St SW property is $325,000.

The property 717 Watson St SW is a house located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49504.

Coming Soon: 717 Watson St SW is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.

The nearby schools for 717 Watson St SW are: Sibley School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Southwest Community Campus School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Stocking Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), John Ball Park Zoo School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Westwood Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Southwest Middlehigh School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Grand Rapids Public Museum High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,970 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 717 Watson St SW has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 717 Watson St SW is 1,949 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 717 Watson St SW is 1890.

This home is located at 717 Watson St SW in Grand Rapids, MI and zip code 49504 in the South West Area Neighbors neighborhood. This 1,949 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $325,000.

Over 144 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Grand Rapids, MI. In the same period over 68 listings were sold below the listed price and 48 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Grand Rapids, MI increased by 10.6% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 16 days, the median list price was $310,836.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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