254 James Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (MLS# 26025196)

254 James Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

New Listing
$349,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,160 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,447 Status: Active
Current Price: $349,900 List Date: 5/28/2026 Last Modified: 6/02/2026

Overview

Description

Highlights include modern conveniences paired beautifully with preserved historic charm throughout the home. Main floor features an open concept feel with tons of natural light, stunning chandeliers, stained glass accents, custom trim, formal room with fireplace, dining room, office space, main floor laundry, full bath, newer kitchen cabinets, center island, and convenient butler's stairs. Upstairs houses another full bath with shower and separate tub, 4 bedrooms including the spacious primary suite with deep walk-in closet, accent lighting, wood floors, and abundant character. An additional bonus room and unfinished attic offers ample storage space or additional room to expand. Enjoy gorgeous views and timeless architectural details that make this home truly one of a kind. The location is unbeatable - close distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques in the Cherry and Wealthy business districts. Call to schedule your showing today!

Listing Details MLS# 26025196

Location Property Info

County
Kent
Street #
254
Street Name
James
Suffix
Avenue
Post Direction
SE
State
MI
Zip Code
49503
Zip (4)
4731

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.15
Lot Square Footage
6447
Lot Dimensions
49x132
Year Built
1880
Road Frontage
49
Garage Y/N
No
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
Yes
Income Property
No
Total Rooms AG
5
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
2160
SqFt Above Grade
2160
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
1165
Building Total SqFt
2160
Total Beds Above Grade
4
Total Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Baths
2
Main Level Primary
No
Stories
2
School District
Grand Rapids
Association YN
No
Waterfront
No
Basement
Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
41-14-30-477-014
Taxable Value
67641
SEV
203800
For Tax Year
2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax
2204
Tax Year
2025
Homestead %
100
Spec Assessment & Type
None Known
Zoning
RES

Remarks Misc

Directions
US-131 to Wealthy St, East on Wealthy St to James Ave, North on James Ave to Home.

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
No

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
4
Upper Full Baths
Yes
Upper Level Square Feet
1165
Total Baths Above Grade
2

Main Rooms

Main Full Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
1165

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT
1165
Basement Finished SQFT
0

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
Evans St and Cherry St
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
City of Grand Rapids

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
161.99
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Highlights include modern conveniences paired beautifully with preserved historic charm throughout the home. Main floor features an open concept feel with tons of natural light, stunning chandeliers, stained glass accents, custom trim, formal room with fireplace, dining room, office space, main floor laundry, full bath, newer kitchen cabinets, center island, and convenient butler's stairs. Upstairs houses another full bath with shower and separate tub, 4 bedrooms including the spacious primary suite with deep walk-in closet, accent lighting, wood floors, and abundant character. An additional bonus room and unfinished attic offers ample storage space or additional room to expand. Enjoy gorgeous views and timeless architectural details that make this home truly one of a kind. The location is unbeatable - close distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques in the Cherry and Wealthy business districts. Call to schedule your showing today!
Legal
S 16 1/2 FT OF LOT 10 BLK 5 & N 33 FT OF LOT 11 BLK 5* HOLBROOK S ADDITION

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
MSHDA
Yes
VA Loan
Yes

Laundry Features

Laundry Room
Yes
Main Level
Yes

Exterior Material

Wood Siding
Yes

Roofing

Asphalt
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT
0
Total Lower SQFT
0

Substructure

Full
Yes

Architectural Style

Victorian
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level Exterior Material: Wood Siding Roofing: Asphalt; Shingle Substructure: Full Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Architectural Style: Victorian Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; MSHDA; VA Loan Possession: Close Of Escrow Sale Conditions: None
IDX
Listing Office: Cornerstone Home Group
Listing Agent: Timothy J Bowditch
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: June - 02 - 2026
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