940 Chatham St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
About This Home
Over 2,000 square feet of living space within walking distance of Bridge Street! This updated 3-bedroom home puts you just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, John Ball Zoo, restaurants, shopping, and easy highway access—all while offering the space and character that's hard to find this close to the city. Inside, the main level features newer paint, vinyl wood flooring, a spacious living room, large dining area with built-ins, and an updated kitchen with brand new cabinetry, butcher block countertops, stainless steel sink, a newer oven/range, and a large window overlooking the backyard. An additional eating area off the kitchen provides even more built-in storage, and a convenient half bath completes the main floor. Upstairs, original hardwood floors run throughout three generously sized bedrooms filled with natural light. The remodeled full bathroom includes a walk-in shower, tile flooring, updated vanity and countertop, and custom built-in bench seating. Need even more room? The partially finished lower level adds a second living/rec space, another half bath, laundry area with washer and dryer, additional storage, brand-new windows, and a new water heater. With over 2,000 square feet, thoughtful updates, original character, and a location that keeps you close to some of the best that Grand Rapids has to offer, this home is ready for its next owner. Schedule your private showing today!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Materials
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,In Basement,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight,Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl,Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,688
- Total interior livable area: 2,271 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 411326230008
- Zoning description: RES
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Level,Sidewalk
- Lot size dimensions: 41 x 132
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- 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 | $1,542 | $18,504 |
| Home Insurance * | $113 | $1,356 |
| Property Taxes | $608 | $7,296 |
| Electricity | $247 | $2,972 |
| Total | $2,510 | $30,120 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Price change | $299,999 |
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $305,000 |
| 2022-03-29 | Sold | $260,000 |
| 2022-03-13 | Pending sale | $250,000 |
| 2022-03-06 | Listed for sale | $250,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2016-10-20 | Listing removed | $200,000 |
| 2016-09-18 | Listed for sale | $200,000 |
| 2016-04-15 | Sold | $64,100 |
| 2016-01-22 | Pending sale | $64,000 |
| 2015-12-31 | Listed for sale | $64,000 |
| 2015-06-25 | Sold | $50,968 |
| 2015-05-19 | Listed for sale | -- |
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