1900s Duplex with Enclosed
827 Geneva Avenue SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
827 Geneva Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507
$315,000
For Sale
$315,000
MULTI_FAMILY - Grand Rapids, MI
Property Size2,057 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$153.14
Days on Market48
Property Features for 827 Geneva Avenue SE
General Information
- Property type
- Residential Multi Family
- Property subtype
- Other
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Rooms
- Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Basement, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 3
- Parking
- 4
- Parking features
- Paved or Surfaced
- Basement
- Full
- 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
Utilities
- Heating system
- Forced Air
Building Details
- Year built
- 1900
- Number of units
- 2
- Building materials
- Wood Siding
Listing agency
Keller Williams GR East
(616) 575-1800
Listed by
Christopher M Bruce
(616) 920-2098
Added: Jun 4 Updated: Jul 3 at 10:41AM Checked: Jul 21 at 7:06PM
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.
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 multi‑family home with wood siding and forced‑air heating
- 2,057 sq ft of living space with a 4–6 bedroom layout and 2 bathrooms
- Unit 1: 2 bed/1 bath with living room, dining room, basement area, washer/dryer hookup, and 2 storage areas
Local 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
NOI $21,810 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.92%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$278.9K
$244.1K – $325.4K
NOI $19,525 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.20%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$477.4K
$417.7K – $556.9K
NOI $33,416 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.61%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
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FAQs
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 multi‑family home with wood siding and forced‑air heating; 2,057 sq ft of living space with a 4–6 bedroom layout and 2 bathrooms; Unit 1: 2 bed/1 bath with living room, dining room, basement area, washer/dryer hookup, and 2 storage areas
