253 Prospect Ave NE APT 309, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
About This Home
Welcome to Prospect Lofts. Here is where you will find your personal sanctuary in the city. Located just blocks from downtown businesses, restaurants and events, yet worlds away in terms of ambiance and attitude. Located within the historic district of Heritage Hill, this gracious landmark building was dedicated in1933 as the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. it was converted to living units, with all modern conveniences, in 2013. Completely unique in the area; every effort was made to retain as much of the original architectural details as possible. Stained glass, ornate structural beams & soaring ceilings foster feeling of comfort, security and peace. Yes, architecture has that power. Note the loving care that has been given to this unit: fresh paint throughout, a fully remodeled bathroom, and new flooring in the guest room. The kitchen is equipped with new stainless-steel appliances. The in-unit washer and dryer makes daily living easy, as does the dedicated off street parking spot. The new heat pump and hot water heater ensure efficiency and peace of mind. There's really nothing to do but move in! Don't miss this unique unit, in a prime location, for under $300,000. Call today for you private showing.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1933
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Historic,Other
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Unit
Basement
- Basement: Slab
Bathroom1
- Level: Main
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Area
- Level: Main
Features
- Center Island
- Window features: Window Treatments
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 920
- Total interior livable area: 920 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 411430136009
- Zoning description: LDR
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Features: Sidewalk
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Kent County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,390 | $16,680 |
| Home Insurance * | $118 | $1,416 |
| Property Taxes | $240 | $2,880 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,936 | $23,232 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | Listed for sale | $299,900 |
| 2025-10-27 | Listing removed | $325,000 |
| 2025-10-08 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2025-10-08 | Listing removed | $325,000 |
| 2025-08-08 | Price change | $325,000 |
| 2025-07-15 | Price change | $330,000 |
| 2025-07-07 | Listed for sale | $340,000 |
| 2021-07-23 | Sold | $302,000 |
| 2021-05-19 | Pending sale | $295,000 |
| 2021-04-14 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2021-01-19 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-01-12 | Price change | $1,350 |
| 2020-12-22 | Price change | $1,395 |
| 2020-12-01 | Price change | $1,495 |
| 2020-11-03 | Listed for rent | $1,595 |
| 2019-10-07 | Listing removed | $1,595 |
| 2019-08-22 | Listed for rent | $1,595 |
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