Classic two-story in the heart of Creston, offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1,448 sqft of living space on an oversized corner lot that sits next to the recently renovated Briggs Park, playground, multi-purpose field with new turf, freshly resurfaced track, new outdoor lighting, plus pool, tennis, and basketball courts all just steps from the back door. Kent Country Clubs fairways are visible right from the yard, and Riverside Park is a two-minute walk away. City High/Middle School is within walking distance as well.Inside, the home blends original character with the kind of updates buyers look for in older Creston homes. The main floor offers a comfortable living and dining layout with a refreshed kitchen and a full bath, while two bedrooms sit upstairs and a third bedroom is conveniently located on the main floor. Recent improvements include a new water service line to the street, new furnace, new water heater, and all-new plumbing supply lines. Updated light switches and outlets throughout. The kitchen features a new stove, mounted microwave, garbage disposal, dedicated water line to the fridge, and a fresh tile backsplash. New gutters with gutter guards keep maintenance low.The fully fenced yard includes new privacy fencing along the front and park-facing sides, giving you both seclusion from the street and an open, framed view of the park beyond. The 1.5-stall detached garage has LED shop lighting for workshop use, and the basement carries the same treatment.Easy walk to Plainfield Avenues restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and Kingmas Market, with downtown Grand Rapids three miles away via quick US-131 access. A rare Creston combination of original character, thoughtful updates, and a setting thats hard to replicate. See it today.
Listed By
Agency Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascad
Agency Phone: 616-514-3000
Agent Name: Guy DeVries
Shown By
Agent Name: Jessica Powers
Agent Phone: (734) 308-6599
Agency Title: Key Realty
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Estimated Payment
$ 2,079.77 per month $1,658.54 Principal & Interest $334.75 Property Tax $86.48 Homeowner's Insurance
1936 Lafayette Avenue Ne | MLS# 26018886
This single family home located at 1936 Lafayette Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $296,500. This property was built in 1907 and has 3 bedrooms and 1 full baths with 1448 sq. ft. Lafayette Avenue Ne is located within the Grand Rapids school district. Search Grand Rapids real estate on www.nurturinghomesrealestate.com today.