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8811 Waruf Ave, Portage, MI, 49002

$800,000

Home List Price

$9,500*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,801 SqFt
$286/SqFt
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8811 Waruf Ave, Portage$800,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$9,500*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached
Garage3 spaces
Year Built1914
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
BasementYes
WaterfrontLake, Dock Facilities
FireplaceNatural, Living Room
MLS #66024022675
Lot Size0.21 Acres
StatusActive

About 8811 Waruf Ave

Traditional Lake Cottage. Are you looking for a traditional feel lake cottage but with modern amenities? This is NOT a cookie cutter open floorplan; it is a traditional floorplan. This home was designed with the comfort of many in mind. This cottage has room to sleep 10-12 in the main home and another 4 in the guest house. There are '3' living spaces in the main where people don't have to always be on top of one another. When you do want the gang all together, a huge bi-level deck can accommodate that for burgers or fireworks! Upgrades include a new kitchen, all new windows/doors, new draperies, new entry porch, new deck railing, new siding. Elec to home is buried, and home has upgraded 200amp service and second panel on 2nd floor. Upstairs the main home has a huge laundry,den (for movies), bathroom, and '2' bedrooms. A recent addition to the main home provides for the apx 14x19 guest room with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, and it's own private deck. The second bedroom upstairs has incredible views of the lake. The main floor living room is formal with hardwood floors and a wood burning FP (conversations). The basement has a finished entertainment space (gaming/cartoons), and electric FP. Most lake homes do NOT have STORAGE OR INCOME POTENTIAL year-round. This home has storage under the deck for kayaks. It has 3 separate store rooms in the basement (one with access to outside deck for patio furniture). It also has a shed behind the guest house. Then of course there is the detached carriage house (garage). It is two story with the guest house being on the second floor. The 3 bays in the carriage house supply loads of storage for jet skis, boats, or small cars. Not to mention built in cupboards for the tool bench. The second-floor guest house is fully furnished and is a legal grandfathered rental unit with income of $1500 per month. You could rent it out or keep for your personal use as well. It is 720sf, 1 bedroom with walk-in closet, 1 bath, full living, dining, and kitchen with laundr

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,801 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
  • Office Phone: (269) 324-3600
  • Listing Agent: Barbara A Sloan

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Cable Available, Laundry Facility, Other, Water Softener (owned)
  • Fireplace: Natural, Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Waterfront: Lake, Dock Facilities
  • Exterior: Fenced

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.21 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: The neighborhood is under a city project that doesn't effect this home except our streets being a mess. There are several side streets that ALL get you to Waruf off Sprinkle Rd.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $800,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $286/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,731
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Portage, MI

City

Med. Sold Price

$268.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$195

Avg. Days On Market

29

# of Sold Homes

43

8811 Waruf Ave vs Portage

23 DAYS ON ROCKET

-6 Days

$800,000

+$531.8K More

$286/SqFt

+$90 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $531.8K more than the Median Sold Price and $90/SqFt more than other homes in Portage, MI.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Greater Kalamazoo Association of REALTORS®
  • MLS Number: #66024022675

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
  • Office Phone: (269) 324-3600
  • Listing Agent: Barbara A Sloan

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 14, 2006Home Sold
$245,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$4,731$153,500
2020$4,731$146,000
2019$4,564$122,800
2018 - $128,300
2017 - $130,600

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Tobey Elementary School

  • 8551 Long Lake Dr E

  • 1.05 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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7
/10

  • Lake Center Elementary School

  • 10011 Portage Rd

  • 1.92 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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6
/10

  • Central Elementary School

  • 8422 S Westnedge Ave

  • 2.71 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,500. Typical income of Portage, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8811 Waruf Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8811 Waruf Ave property is $800,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8811 Waruf Ave is a house located in Portage, Michigan, 49002.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 8811 Waruf Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $4,731 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on July 14, 2006 for $245,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8811 Waruf Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8811 Waruf Ave is 2,801 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8811 Waruf Ave is 1914.

Rocket Homes›Michigan›Kalamazoo County›Portage›49002›8811 Waruf Ave

This home is located at 8811 Waruf Ave in Portage, MI and zip code 49002. This 2,801 square foot home, which was built in 1914, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 09, 2024 and is currently priced at $800,000.

In April 2024, from all listings sold in Portage, MI there were more than 17 sold above asking price, over 17 sold below and more than 9 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2024 in Portage, MI there were 18.2% more homes for sale than in March 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 29 days, the median list price was $268,187.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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