40 Benjamin Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506

New Listing
$399,800
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,729 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,314 Status: Active
Current Price: $399,800 List Date: 5/06/2026 Last Modified: 5/06/2026

Overview

Description

Fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Craftsman in the heart of Eastown, just two blocks from Fulton Street Farmer's Market and walkable to Wilcox Park, shops, and restaurants. This move-in-ready home blends original character with modern upgrades, featuring refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, a remodeled kitchen, and beautifully updated bathrooms--including a newly added full bath in the attic. Main-floor laundry adds everyday convenience, while central air ensures year-round comfort.Additional highlights include a bright enclosed porch, partially finished basement with bonus space, and a rare two-stall garage. Set on a 5,000+ sq ft lot with a private yard ideal for entertaining, this home offers both lifestyle and location. With limited inventory in one of Grand Rapids' most desirable neighborhoods, this is a standout opportunity you don't want to miss.

Listing Details MLS# 26019484

Location Property Info

County
Kent
Street #
40
Street Name
Benjamin
Suffix
Avenue
Post Direction
SE
State
MI
Zip Code
49506
Zip (4)
1628

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.12
Lot Square Footage
5314
Lot Dimensions
41x120
Year Built
1920
Road Frontage
41
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Fireplace
No
Income Property
Yes
Total Rooms AG
11
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
1848
SqFt Above Grade
1729
Below Grade Finished SqFt
119
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
286
Building Total SqFt
2228
Total Beds Above Grade
4
Total Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
3
Main Level Primary
No
Stories
2
School District
Grand Rapids
Association YN
No
Waterfront
No
Basement
Yes

Tax Info

Tax ID #
41-14-29-403-054
Taxable Value
145680
SEV
163200
For Tax Year
2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax
7514
Tax Year
2025
Spec Assessment & Type
none known to seller
Zoning
Residential
Homestead %
0

Remarks Misc

Directions
S Off Fulton, E Of Fuller

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
No

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
4
Upper Full Baths
2
Upper Level Square Feet
1025
Total Baths Above Grade
3

Main Rooms

Main Half Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
687

Basement Rooms

Basement Finished SQFT
119
Total Basement SQFT
405

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
Hope and Benjamin
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
City of Grand Rapids

Office/Contract Info

On-Market Date
2026-05-06
Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
231.23
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Craftsman in the heart of Eastown, just two blocks from Fulton Street Farmer's Market and walkable to Wilcox Park, shops, and restaurants. This move-in-ready home blends original character with modern upgrades, featuring refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, a remodeled kitchen, and beautifully updated bathrooms--including a newly added full bath in the attic. Main-floor laundry adds everyday convenience, while central air ensures year-round comfort.Additional highlights include a bright enclosed porch, partially finished basement with bonus space, and a rare two-stall garage. Set on a 5,000+ sq ft lot with a private yard ideal for entertaining, this home offers both lifestyle and location. With limited inventory in one of Grand Rapids' most desirable neighborhoods, this is a standout opportunity you don't want to miss.
Legal
411429403054 LOT 74 EX E 32.45 FT THEREOF * AMENDED PLAT OF LOTS 6 THRU 10 INCL & VAC & UNVACATED PORTIONS OF AN ALLEY PATTEN ADDITION SPLIT/COMBINED ON 02/27/2018 FROM 41-14-29-403-008;

Lot Description

Sidewalk
Yes

Street Type

Public
Yes

Utilities Attached

High Speed Internet
Yes
Natural Gas Connected
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup
Yes
Laundry Room
Yes
Main Level
Yes

Exterior Material

Brick
Yes
Vinyl Siding
Yes
Other
Yes

Roofing

Shingle
Yes

Parking Features

Detached
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

Substructure

Crawl Space
Yes
Partial
Yes

Windows

Storms
Yes

Kitchen Features

Mud Room Access
Yes

Additional Items

Basement Partially Finished
Yes
Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes

Appliances

Bar Fridge
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Water Heater

Natural Gas
Yes

Exterior Features

3 Season Room
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Enclosed
Yes
Screened
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Ceramic Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Security Features

Other
Yes

Architectural Style

Craftsman
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Main Level Exterior Material: Brick; Vinyl Siding; Other Roofing: Shingle Windows: Storms Substructure: Crawl Space; Partial Lot Description: Sidewalk Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Utilities Attached: High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Connected Kitchen Features: Mud Room Access Additional Items: Basement Partially Finished; Ceiling Fan(s) Appliances: Bar Fridge; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Water Heater: Natural Gas Exterior Features: 3 Season Room Flooring: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Wood Patio and Porch Features: Enclosed; Screened Security Features: Other Parking Features: Detached Architectural Style: Craftsman Driveway: Concrete Street Type: Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Close Of Escrow Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room NameLengthWidthLevelRemarks
Living Room19.9013.10Main
Dining Area11.3014.20Main
Kitchen12.0014.30Main
Laundry10.204.70Main
Bathroom 16.005.00Main
Other18.806.80MainEnclosed Porch
Primary Bedroom11.7010.90Upper
Primary Bathroom9.306.11Upper
Bedroom 211.4011.40Upper
Bedroom 311.1011.40Upper
Bedroom 413.0015.10Upper
Bathroom 112.5010.60Upper
Bonus RoomBasement
IDX
Listing Office: Keller Williams GR North
Listing Agent: Rebecca Dickenson
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: May - 06 - 2026
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