Welcome to 159 Elwell St SW, a 2-bed, 1-bath home in SE Grand Rapids! Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, this ranch has been freshly renovated and is move-in ready! Step inside to find a kitchen with a dedicated dining area, a large living room with plenty of natural light, a utility room with laundry, two full bedrooms, and a fully renovated bathroom! Outside, there is a 1-stall, detached garage, complete with an attached covered patio that overlooks the back yard. A new fence was also installed, adding a sense of privacy to the lot. Schedule a showing today and make this house your home! Seller will not review any offers until 11/25 at noon.
- MI
- Grand Rapids
- 49548
- 159 Elwell Street SW
- MLS# 25059316
- Date Listed11/20/2025
- Days on Realty 7 Days
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.16 acres (6,752 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Kent
- Year Built 1949
- Water Public
- Square Feet 760 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $302.5
Interior Features
- Appliances Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Carpet, Vinyl
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.16
- Lot Size SQFT 6,752.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
44th St SE, south on Buchanan Ave, east on Crown St SW, south on Walton Ave, west on Elwell St SW, the home will be on the north side of the road.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,786
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 2 • Serves this home
0.15 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.64 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.64 mi
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Public • PK - 2 • Serves this home
0.15 mi
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Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Public • PK - PK
1.52 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.64 mi
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Public • 3 - 5
0.64 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.64 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
0.84 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 320 Murray Street SE | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 27, 2025 | $164,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $221,619 |
| 5069 SW Cisne | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 08, 2025 | $134,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $141,641 |
| 5069 SW Cisne | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 08, 2025 | $134,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $141,641 |
| 4606 Walton Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 30, 2025 | $240,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $270,556 |
| 4606 Walton Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 30, 2025 | $240,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $270,556 |
| 4606 Walton Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 30, 2025 | $240,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $270,556 |
| 38 Leroy Street SW | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 30, 2025 | $214,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $218,446 |
| 38 Leroy Street SW | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 30, 2025 | $214,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $218,446 |
| 38 Leroy Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 30, 2025 | $214,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $218,446 |
| 331 Bellevue Street SW | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 12, 2025 | $245,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $154,299 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 34,069 | 76,759 | 663,062 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 3,172 | 3,109 | 783 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.6 | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.2 | 36.4 | 37.3 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $51,848 | $56,059 | $65,203 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $22,560 | $25,833 | $33,457 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 100 | 102 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 15.6°F | 15.6°F | 15.6°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 82.3°F | 82.3°F | 82.3°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.13" | 37.13" | 37.13" | 38" |
52/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
69/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 35/100, Transit Score: 7/100, Bike Score: 41/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 159 Elwell Street SW
Source: Realty.com
159 Elwell Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548 is a Single Family 760 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 34 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $229,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 34 photos of 159 Elwell Street SW.
Our records indicate that 159 Elwell Street SW was built in 1949.
The full address for this home is 159 Elwell Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548.
159 Elwell Street SW has been listed on Realty.com since Thu November 20, 2025
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 35/100, Transit Score: 7/100, Bike Score: 41/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 159 Elwell Street SW. West Kelloggsville School (Grades: PK - 2), Kelloggsville Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Kelloggsville High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
United Realty Services Llc
(tel: 616-965-2304)
Listing agent:
Elijah Meschke
(tel: 616-690-7809)
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