802 Merritt Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

New Listing
$279,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 770 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,053 Status: Active
Current Price: $279,000 List Date: 4/01/2026 Last Modified: 4/01/2026

Overview

Description

Unique opportunity in the heart of Alger Heights! This versatile property is zoned residential with an approved commercial variance, offering endless potential for homeowners, entrepreneurs, or investors alike. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath property delivers flexibility in a prime location. Situated in a vibrant, walkable neighborhood near local shops, dining, and community favorites, this is your chance to own something truly distinctive in one of Grand Rapids' most sought-after areas.

Listing Details MLS# 26012808

Location Property Info

County
Kent
Street #
802
Street Name
Merritt
Suffix
Street
Post Direction
SE
State
MI
Zip Code
49507
Zip (4)
3398

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.12
Lot Square Footage
5053
Lot Dimensions
36 x 126 x 44 x 126
Year Built
1930
Road Frontage
36
Garage Y/N
No
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
Yes
Income Property
Yes
Total Rooms AG
6
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
1351
SqFt Above Grade
770
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
530
Building Total SqFt
1831
Total Beds Above Grade
3
Total Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Baths
2
Main Level Primary
Yes
Stories
2
School District
Grand Rapids
Association YN
No
Waterfront
No
Basement
Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
41-18-08-103-001
Taxable Value
58596
SEV
72300
For Tax Year
2024
Seller's Annual Property Tax
2947
Tax Year
2024
Spec Assessment & Type
N/A
Zoning
TN-LDR
Homestead %
0

Remarks Misc

Directions
Property is 2 blocks West of Cheeseboro Park on the corner of Eastern Ave SE & Merritt St SE.

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
No

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
2
Upper Full Baths
Yes
Upper Level Square Feet
531
Total Baths Above Grade
2

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
Yes
Main Full Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
770

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT
530
Basement Finished SQFT
0

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
Eastern Ave SE & Merritt St SE
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
City of Grand Rapids

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
362.34
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Unique opportunity in the heart of Alger Heights! This versatile property is zoned residential with an approved commercial variance, offering endless potential for homeowners, entrepreneurs, or investors alike. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath property delivers flexibility in a prime location. Situated in a vibrant, walkable neighborhood near local shops, dining, and community favorites, this is your chance to own something truly distinctive in one of Grand Rapids' most sought-after areas.
Legal
LOT 108* FAIRFAX ADDITION

Lot Description

Corner Lot
Yes
Sidewalk
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
VA Loan
Yes

Laundry Features

In Basement
Yes

Exterior Material

Aluminum Siding
Yes
Brick
Yes

Roofing

Composition
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

Paved
Yes

Substructure

Full
Yes

Kitchen Features

Desk Built-In
Yes
Snack Bar
Yes

Appliances

Cooktop
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Porch(es)
Yes
Covered
Yes

Landscape

Shrubs/Hedges
Yes

Architectural Style

Traditional
Yes

Possession

See Remarks
Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: In Basement Exterior Material: Aluminum Siding; Brick Roofing: Composition Substructure: Full Lot Description: Corner Lot; Sidewalk Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Kitchen Features: Desk Built-In; Snack Bar Appliances: Cooktop; Refrigerator Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch(es) Landscape: Shrubs/Hedges Architectural Style: Traditional Driveway: Paved Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Possession: See Remarks Sale Conditions: None
Listing Office: 616 Realty LLC
Listing Agent: Rhiannon McCalmont
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Last Updated: April - 01 - 2026
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