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$249,900
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
MLS# 26056053
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Property Description
This Grand Rapids duplex offers two distinct units, each with its own kitchen, living area, and full bath. The upper unit has 1 bedroom and 1 full bath. You are welcomed by a bright living area, wood flooring, and a kitchen with white cabinetry. The unit is currently vacant, with estimated market rent of approximately $1,245 per month. The lower unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This unit includes separate living area, kitchen with white cabinetry, and two bedrooms. The unit is currently rented for $1,300 per month. A covered front porch, rear deck, and basement storage add to the property's appeal. At the estimated market rent for the upper unit, combined rent would be approximately $2,545 per month.
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General Property Info
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Square Footage: 6250
Lot Acres: 0.14
Lot Dimensions: 50x125
Year Built: 1880
New Construction: No
Cert of Compliance: Yes
Road Frontage: 50
Total # Units: 2
# of Diff Unit Floor Plans: 2
Total # Bldgs: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Waterfront: No
School District: Grand Rapids
Association YN: No
Tax Info
Tax ID #: 41-14-19-183-003
Taxable Value: 30532
SEV: 103800
For Tax Year: 2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 1536
Tax Year: 2025
Spec Assessment & Ty: None Known
Zoning: N/A
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Unit 1
Unit #: 1
Unit Description: LR, DR, KIT,BA, 1 BR
SqFt: 613
Occupied: No
Monthly Rent: 1245
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full Baths: 1
Unit 2
Unit #: 2
Unit Description: LR, KIT, EA,BA, 2 BR
SqFt: 960
Occupied: Yes
Monthly Rent: 1300
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full Baths: 1
Location Property Info
County: Kent
Street #: 856
Street Name: Lafayette
Suffix: Avenue
Post Direction: NE
State: MI
Zip Code: 49503
Zip (4): 1631
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
Current Price: $249,900
List Price: $249,900
Listing Date: 2026-10-21
Property Features
Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
Roofing: Composition
Substructure: Full
Lot Description: Sidewalk
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public Water
Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected
Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; Electricity Available; Natural Gas Available
Owner Pays: None
Tenant Pays: Electric; Gas; Sewer; Trash; Water
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Baseboard
Driveway: Concrete; Gravel
Street Type: Paved
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
Possession: Subject To Tenant Rights
Sale Conditions: None
Unit 1: Range Oven; Refrigerator
Unit 2: Range/Oven; Refrigerator
SD/LBP 
Listing Office: Paul Bunce Real Estate
Listing Agent: Paul Bunce
Last Updated: October - 21 - 2026
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