848 Madison Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
New Listing

Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) The full bath has a stunning original clawfoot tub and has been updated with a cool vintage vanity. No going down into a dark basement to wash clothes in this house! A laundry stack with new washer & dryer was added in a bright space just off the kitchen in 2024. Hardwood floors have been refinished and attic access and insulation added. The main level living, dining, and office all feature picture rail- a horizontal decorative molding installed along the top of a wall that serves as a hanging system for framed artwork, mirrors, and other decorative items without damaging the wall surface. Instead of drilling into plaster, the rail supports the weight of the artwork via specialized hooks, allowing you to move pieces left, right, or adjust their height by changing the length of the hanging wire. With picture rail, you could change the layout of your artwork every day if you wanted to- without ever having to repair your plaster walls. House has ample off street parking and a one stall detached garage for the winter. Located just 2 blocks from Pleasant Park, including a wonderful playground, outdoor ping pong, and events such as Shakespeare in the Park; a quick scoot to all of Wealthy Street dining and shopping or to downtown Grand Rapids. Wealthy Street Bakery and Donkey Taqueria are just a 15 minute walk away. In addition to Pleasant Park, there is a brand new playground just across the street, a splash pad nearby, and a café on the corner. Easy expressway access at MLK! Located just 1.4 miles from MLK Park, Community Center, and pool; .7 miles from sought after Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center elementary school, 1 mile from Donkey Taqueria; .9 miles from Wealthy Street Bakery; .5 miles from the Frank Lloyd Wright Meyer May House; .3 miles from Pleasant Park; 1.1 miles from the Downtown Market; 1.5 miles from Maru Sushi; 1.7 miles from 8th Day Gym; 1.1 miles from Trinity Health; 1.1 miles from The Commons Restaurant; and 2.2 miles from the heart of Eastown. This property qualifies for 0% down and no PMI, as well as additional down payment assistance programs of up to $15K through various lenders. Contact Listing agent for details.
Listing Details MLS# 26043605
Location Property Info
- County
- Kent
- Street #
- 848
- Street Name
- Madison
- Suffix
- Avenue
- Post Direction
- SE
- State
- MI
- Zip Code
- 49507
- Zip (4)
- 1283
General Property Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Measurement
- Acres
- Lot Acres
- 0.09
- Lot Square Footage
- 4095
- Lot Dimensions
- 40 x 102
- Year Built
- 1885
- Road Frontage
- 40
- Garage Y/N
- Yes
- Garage Spaces
- Yes
- Fireplace
- No
- Income Property
- No
- Total Rooms AG
- 6
- Total Fin SqFt All Levels
- 1369
- SqFt Above Grade
- 1369
- Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
- 928
- Building Total SqFt
- 2297
- Total Beds Above Grade
- 3
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- Yes
- Half Baths
- Yes
- Total Baths
- 2
- Main Level Primary
- Yes
- Stories
- 2
- School District
- Grand Rapids
- Elementary School
- Campus Elementary School
- Middle School
- Ottawa Hills High School
- High School
- Ottawa Hills High School
- Association YN
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Basement
- Yes
- Below Grade Finished SqFt
- 0
Tax Info
- Tax ID #
- 41-14-31-403-006
- Taxable Value
- 59327
- SEV
- 103800
- For Tax Year
- 2026
- Seller's Annual Property Tax
- 2041
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Homestead %
- 100
- Spec Assessment & Type
- N/A
- Zoning
- TN
Remarks Misc
- Directions
- Madison Ave and MLK- directly across from the Gerald R. Ford Academic Center.
Waterfront Options
- Water Access Y/N
- No
More Information
Access Feat
- Accessibility Features
- No
Upper Rooms
- Upper Bedrooms
- 2
- Upper Full Baths
- Yes
- Upper Level Square Feet
- 570
- Total Baths Above Grade
- 2
Main Rooms
- Main Bedrooms
- Yes
- Main Half Baths
- Yes
- Main Level SQFT
- 910
Basement Rooms
- Total Basement SQFT
- 928
- Basement Finished SQFT
- 0
Location & Property Info
- Cross Streets
- Madison and MLK
- Property Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Municipality
- City of Grand Rapids
Office/Contract Info
- Auction or For Sale
- For Sale
- List Price/SqFt
- 171.66
- Ownership Type
- Private Owned
Remarks & Misc
- Public Remarks
- This unique, charming Victorian has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, gorgeous original woodwork, and is full of character with colorful creative flair throughout. Located minutes from downtown in the vibrant Madison Area neighborhood, walking distance to parks and schools, and with scooter parking just at the end of the block. This house has incredible bones and a spacious layout, with original woodwork and staircase, tall ceilings, original hardwood floors, and a huge bay window for beautiful light in the living room. It also has a refinished, screened in porch with newer windows. The main level has an office or bedroom, and the second level has two additional bedrooms including a large primary bedroom with both a walk-in closet (currently used as a dressing room) plus a second closet. There is also a large unfinished storage room off the primary that has been insulated and offers very functional storage or the option to finish for additional living space.
- Legal
- PART OF LOT 3 BLK 2 COM AT NW COR OF SD LOT TH E 102.7 FT S 39 2/3 FT W 102.7 FT N TO BEG* FRALICK S ADDITION
Lot Description
- Sidewalk
- Yes
Street Type
- Paved
- Yes
- Public
- Yes
Util Avail at Street
- Electricity Available
- Yes
- Storm Sewer
- Yes
Utilities Attached
- Cable Connected
- Yes
- High Speed Internet
- Yes
- Natural Gas Connected
- Yes
Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Yes
Water
- Public
- Yes
Terms Available
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- FHA
- Yes
- MSHDA
- Yes
- VA Loan
- Yes
Mineral Rights
- Unknown
- Yes
Laundry Features
- Main Level
- Yes
Exterior Material
- Vinyl Siding
- Yes
- Wood Siding
- Yes
Roofing
- Asphalt
- Yes
- Shingle
- Yes
Parking Features
- Detached
- Yes
- Garage Faces Front
- Yes
Heat Source
- Natural Gas
- Yes
Sale Conditions
- None
- Yes
Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Yes
Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Yes
Lower Rooms
- Lower Finished SQFT
- 0
- Total Lower SQFT
- 0
Driveway
- Concrete
- Yes
- Paved
- Yes
Substructure
- Michigan Basement
- Yes
Kitchen Features
- Snack Bar
- Yes
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Range
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
Water Heater
- Natural Gas
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Scrn Porch
- Yes
Patio and Porch Features
- Porch(es)
- Yes
- Enclosed
- Yes
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Security Features
- Security System
- Yes
- Smoke Detector(s)
- Yes
Architectural Style
- Historic
- Yes
- Traditional
- Yes
- Victorian
- Yes
Possession
- Close Plus 3 to 5 Days
- Yes
Property Features

