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1900s Duplex with Enclosed Porches
For Sale
$315,000

827 Geneva Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

MULTI_FAMILY - Grand Rapids, MI

Property Size2,057 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$153.14
Days on Market63

Property Features for 827 Geneva Avenue SE

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning description RES
Bedrooms 6
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Basement
Parking 4
Parking features Paved or Surfaced
Basement Full
Elementary school district Grand Rapids
Middle school district Grand Rapids
High school district Grand Rapids
Standard status Active
APN 41-14-32-301-022
Lot size 0.15 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description LOT 19 BLK 1* WINSOR ADDITION
Tax Annual Amount 2104
Legal Description LOT 19 BLK 1* WINSOR ADDITION

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 1900
Number of units 2
Building materials Wood Siding
Listing Agency: Keller Williams GR East · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: Christopher M Bruce
Added: Jun 4 Changed: Jul 25 Last Checked: Aug 5 at 9:06PM
MLS# 26026965

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This classic 1900s duplex offers two separate units with distinct layouts. Unit One includes two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living room and dining room plus a basement area that has a washer/dryer hookup, along with two additional storage areas. Unit Two provides two to four bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living room and dining room, two enclosed porches, and an attic that includes two possible unfinished rooms.

The property sits on a private driveway with a large backyard and is set on a lot sized at approximately 0.15 acres. The provided remarks describe it as being in the 49507 area, within walking distance to the MLK community center with a large community pool, a few blocks from the Wealthy Street Business District, and minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. The area is also described as having nearby stores, museums, local parks, and schools, with easy access to West Michigan destinations.

For buyers or operators, the configuration supports either rental income from a two-unit setup or use as a spacious residence. The duplex’s enclosed porches, basement/utility hookups, and attic flex space can be practical for everyday living and storage. The property is being offered for sale with potential for value-add based on the owner’s stated intent to add value and make it their own.

Key Highlights

  • Classic 1900 wood siding multi‑family home with forced‑air heat
  • 2,057 sq ft total living space with 4–6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
  • Unit 1: 2 bed/1 bath with living room, dining room, basement area, washer/dryer hookup, and 2 storage areas

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $33.3k $16.20
− Vacancy −$2.2k −$1.05
EGI $31.2k $15.15
− OpEx −$9.3k −$4.54
NOI $21.8k $10.60
2,057 SF · lease $16.20/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$311.6K
$272.6K – $363.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,810 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.92%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$278.9K
$244.1K – $325.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,525 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.20%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$477.4K
$417.7K – $556.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,416 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.61%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Electrical Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Computer & Electronic Repair Plumbing Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

662
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49507, MI

38,137
Population
13,773
Households
2.8
Avg Household Size
30
Median Age
27%
College-Educated
78%
High-School Grad
5.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,934
Density / Sq Mi
$56,578
Median Household Income
$34,939
Median Earnings
$1,114
Median Rent
$179,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit duplex with multiple bedrooms, enclosed porches, a private driveway, and a large backyard.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 827 Geneva Avenue SE Grand Rapids, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $315,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Classic 1900 wood siding multi‑family home with forced‑air heat; 2,057 sq ft total living space with 4–6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; Unit 1: 2 bed/1 bath with living room, dining room, basement area, washer/dryer hookup, and 2 storage areas
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