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40 Lexington Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

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$1,395,000

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Property Type: Multi Family Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,395,000 List Date: 5/04/2026 Last Modified: 5/04/2026

Overview

Description

One of the most distinctive residential multi-family properties in the city, this meticulously renovated historic firehouse seamlessly blends character, charm, and modern opportunity. Originally home to GRFD Engine No. 8 in the early 1900s, the property's rich history is beautifully preserved through thoughtful design elements, including exposed brick, oversized arched windows, and even a firepole in the welcoming foyer. Perfectly positioned just moments from the city's exciting new soccer stadium and amphitheater, the location adds another layer of appeal for both residents and investors alike. Beyond its architectural significance, this property stands out as a compelling investment, offering highly sought-after amenities such as five garage parking spaces, four additional exterior spots, and multiple inviting outdoor areas--from a quaint upper deck off the primary unit to a private, well-manicured yard with patio.The building features three distinct units, with the potential

Supplements: to convert part of the expansive garage into a fourth. The upper primary unit is a showpiece, complete with elevator access, two bedrooms, two full baths, in-unit laundry, and stunning historic details throughout. The lower one-bedroom unit boasts a recently renovated kitchen highlighted by a striking live-edge island, a full bath, and direct patio ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26019796

Location Property Info

County: Kent
Street #: 40
Street Name: Lexington
Suffix: Avenue
Post Direction: NW
State: MI
Zip Code: 49504

General Property Info

Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Square Footage: 8712
Lot Acres: 0.2
Lot Dimensions: 66x132
Year Built: 1927
New Construction: No
Cert of Compliance: Yes
Road Frontage: 66
Total # Units: 3
# of Diff Unit Floor Plans: 3
Total # Bldgs: Yes
Total Parking Spaces: 11
Waterfront: No
School District: Grand Rapids
Basement: No

Tax Info

Tax ID #: 41-13-25-162-011
Taxable Value: 248926
SEV: 266900
For Tax Year: 2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 12515.56
Tax Year: 2025
Spec Assessment & Ty: n/a
Zoning: res improved
Homestead %: 0

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

Unit 1

Unit #: Yes
Unit Description: Upper 2 bed, Primary
SqFt: 1735
Occupied: No
Bathrooms: 2
Full Baths: 2
Monthly Rent: 0
Central Air: Yes
Deck/Patio: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Garage: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer/Dryer: Yes

More Information

Unit 2

Unit #: 2
Unit Description: Main Level 1 Bed
SqFt: 820
Occupied: Yes
Monthly Rent: 1500
Bathrooms: Yes
Full Baths: Yes
Central Air: Yes
Deck/Patio: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Garage: Yes
Range/Oven: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer/Dryer: Yes

Unit 3

Unit #: 3
Unit Description: Upper 1 Bedroom
SqFt: 550
Occupied: Yes
Monthly Rent: 1500
Bathrooms: Yes
Full Baths: Yes
Range/Oven: Yes
Deck/Patio: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Garage: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets: Veto
Property Sub-Type: 2 to 4 Units
Municipality: City of Grand Rapids

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale: For Sale

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks: One of the most distinctive residential multi-family properties in the city, this meticulously renovated historic firehouse seamlessly blends character, charm, and modern opportunity. Originally home to GRFD Engine No. 8 in the early 1900s, the property's rich history is beautifully preserved through thoughtful design elements, including exposed brick, oversized arched windows, and even a firepole in the welcoming foyer. Perfectly positioned just moments from the city's exciting new soccer stadium and amphitheater, the location adds another layer of appeal for both residents and investors alike. Beyond its architectural significance, this property stands out as a compelling investment, offering highly sought-after amenities such as five garage parking spaces, four additional exterior spots, and multiple inviting outdoor areas--from a quaint upper deck off the primary unit to a private, well-manicured yard with patio.The building features three distinct units, with the potential

Street Type

Paved: Yes
Public: Yes

Util Avail at Street

Cable Available: Yes
Electricity Available: Yes
Natural Gas Available: Yes
Public Sewer: Yes
Public Water: Yes

Utilities Attached

Cable Connected: Yes
Electricity Connected: Yes
Natural Gas Connected: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Water

Public Water: Yes

Terms Available

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Laundry Features

Common Area: Yes

Exterior Material

Brick: Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas: Yes

Sale Conditions

None: Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air: Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air: Yes

Tenant Pays

Electric: Yes
Gas: Yes
Trash: Yes

Driveway

Paved: Yes

Substructure

Slab: Yes

Extras

Garages: Yes

Owner Pays

Sewer: Yes
Water: Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow: Yes
Subject To Tenant Rights: Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: Common Area Exterior Material: Brick Substructure: Slab Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Water Utilities Attached: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; Electricity Available; Natural Gas Available; Public Sewer; Public Water Extras: Garages Owner Pays: Sewer; Water Tenant Pays: Electric; Gas; Trash Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Driveway: Paved Street Type: Paved; Public Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Close Of Escrow; Subject To Tenant Rights Sale Conditions: None Unit 1: Central Air; Deck/Patio; Dishwasher; Garage; Refrigerator; Washer/Dryer Unit 2: Central Air; Deck/Patio; Dishwasher; Garage; Range/Oven; Refrigerator; Washer/Dryer Unit 3: Range/Oven; Deck/Patio; Dishwasher; Garage; Refrigerator

Listing Office: Weichert REALTORS Plat (Main)

Listing Agent: Jason C VanAssen

Last Updated: May - 04 - 2026

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