4550 Bowen Boulevard SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

New Listing
$419,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 5,097 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 41,818 Status: Active
Current Price: $419,900 List Date: 8/04/2026 Last Modified: 8/04/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 4550 Bowen! This MASSIVE charming duplex offers a rare opportunity to own one of the few remaining historic homes in the area. With its unique character, this property offers many possibilities! Keep the current tenants, house hack as an owner occupant, or explore the possibility of converting it into a three-unit residence. Situated on almost an acre of land, this home provides ample privacy, parking, and space for outdoor activities. The historic charm is evident throughout, with original architectural details and timeless appeal. Each unit offers comfortable living spaces and plenty of natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Don't hesitate to reach out for a tour!

Listing Details MLS# 26040418

Location Property Info

County
Kent
Street #
4550
Street Name
Bowen
Suffix
Boulevard
Post Direction
SE
State
MI
Zip Code
49508
Zip (4)
5350

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.96
Lot Square Footage
41818
Lot Dimensions
Irregular
Year Built
1900
Road Frontage
289
Garage Y/N
No
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
Yes
Income Property
Yes
Total Rooms AG
17
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
5097
SqFt Above Grade
5097
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
2006
Building Total SqFt
7103
Total Beds Above Grade
7
Total Bedrooms
8
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
5
Main Level Primary
Yes
Stories
3
School District
Kentwood
Association YN
No
Waterfront
No
Basement
Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
41-18-28-127-009
Taxable Value
200225
SEV
229400
For Tax Year
2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax
11953.12
Tax Year
2025
Spec Assessment & Type
None Known
Zoning
R-3
Homestead %
0

Remarks Misc

Directions
From the intersection of 44th St. and Kalamazoo Ave., head east on 44th St. Turn right onto Bowen Blvd. The property will be on the left, just before the Martial Arts Center.

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

More Information

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
2
Upper Full Baths
Yes
Upper Level Square Feet
1085
Total Baths Above Grade
3

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
5
Main Full Baths
2
Main Level SQFT
2006

Basement Rooms

Basement Full Baths
Yes
Total Basement SQFT
2006
Basement Finished SQFT
0

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
44th & Kalamazoo
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
City of Kentwood

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
82.38

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Welcome to 4550 Bowen! This MASSIVE charming duplex offers a rare opportunity to own one of the few remaining historic homes in the area. With its unique character, this property offers many possibilities! Keep the current tenants, house hack as an owner occupant, or explore the possibility of converting it into a three-unit residence. Situated on almost an acre of land, this home provides ample privacy, parking, and space for outdoor activities. The historic charm is evident throughout, with original architectural details and timeless appeal. Each unit offers comfortable living spaces and plenty of natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Don't hesitate to reach out for a tour!
Legal
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Lot Description

Level
Yes
Sidewalk
Yes

Street Type

Paved
Yes
Public
Yes

Util Avail at Street

Cable Available
Yes

Utilities Attached

Natural Gas Connected
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes

Laundry Features

In Basement
Yes
In Unit
Yes

Exterior Material

Wood Siding
Yes

Roofing

Metal
Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Radiant
Yes

Air Conditioning

Window Unit(s)
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Bedrooms
Yes
Lower Half Baths
Yes
Lower Finished SQFT
2006
Total Lower SQFT
2006

Driveway

Paved
Yes

Substructure

Full
Yes
Walk-Out Access
Yes

Kitchen Features

Breakfast Nook
Yes
Center Island
Yes
Eating Area
Yes
Snack Bar
Yes

Fireplace

Living Room
Yes

Additional Items

Sump Pump
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Porch(es)
Yes
Covered
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Landscape

Shrubs/Hedges
Yes

Architectural Style

Colonial
Yes
Craftsman
Yes
Traditional
Yes

Possession

Close Plus 30 Days
Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: In Basement; In Unit Exterior Material: Wood Siding Roofing: Metal Substructure: Full; Walk-Out Access Lot Description: Level; Sidewalk Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected Util Avail at Street: Cable Available Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook; Center Island; Eating Area; Snack Bar Fireplace: Living Room Additional Items: Sump Pump Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Radiant Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s) Exterior Features: Balcony Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch(es) Landscape: Shrubs/Hedges Architectural Style: Colonial; Craftsman; Traditional Driveway: Paved Street Type: Paved; Public Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA Possession: Close Plus 30 Days Sale Conditions: None
IDX
Listing Office: Keller Williams GR North
Listing Agent: Lauren Rockel
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: August - 04 - 2026
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