2278 Forest Road

Closed 11/20/15
Closed 11/20/15
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Last Sold Price
$207,500
4 beds3,019 sqft$69/sqft
2278 Forest Road, Lansing, MI 48910

Description

Country in the city! Amazing one of a kind home nestled on a 2.03 acre parcel of land minutes from MSU. Situated off the road in a totally private setting. Beautiful Cape Cod appeal. Fabulous 2100 sq.ft. two-story addition in 1999 plus a 900 ft. in the ranch, perfect extended living space, since the original ranch home is attached (1948) and can be used separately or as a part of the house. Exciting great room, studio ceilings and gas fireplace. Gourmet kitchen, granite counter tops, island, eating...Country in the city! Amazing one of a kind home nestled on a 2.03 acre parcel of land minutes from MSU. Situated off the road in a totally private setting. Beautiful Cape Cod appeal. Fabulous 2100 sq.ft. two-story addition in 1999 plus a 900 ft. in the ranch, perfect extended living space, since the original ranch home is attached (1948) and can be used separately or as a part of the house. Exciting great room, studio ceilings and gas fireplace. Gourmet kitchen, granite counter tops, island, eating bar with beautiful cherry cabinetry. Maple flooring! Adorable breakfast nook. Flexible floor plan! Formal dining with hardwood floors. Study or family room with doors to the rear yard. Dining room has a wood stove that heats the entire house. 2nd floor loft. Dramatic master suite! Sitting area,balcony and yummy private bath with a whirlpool tub and bling chandelier. Two additional charming bedrooms up. Studio apartment with bedroom/living area both include wood flooring. Full bath and laundry and wet bar. Oversized (24x24) insulated 2 car garage. Character and charm throughout. Furnace 2014 w/97% efficiency and variable speeds. Extensive landscaping. Property is surrounded by park land. Fabulous mature trees approx. 1 acre including apple trees! Beautiful decorative touches throughout. 97% Energy Efficient furnace, 75 gal hot water heater! The cost of plowing in the winter is shared when 4'' or more, cost of stone when needed is shared, neighbors have lived in the area 20 - 30 years!
LISTING CLOSED: 11/20/2015 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Lynne VanDeventer • Brokerage DRE #6505348751BR0019 • Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood-Okemos
    P: (517) 492-3274 lynne.vanda@cbpmichigan.com

Property Details for 2278 Forest Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
630000072549
Days on Market
16
Taxes
$4,114 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1999
Lot Size
2.03 AC / 88,426 SF
County
Ingham County
Architectural Style
Cape Cod, Ranch
Zoning Description
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$225,000

Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

95.7%

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood-Okemos

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Lansing-East

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Building Information for 2278 Forest Road

Stories-Year Built1999Building Size-Lot Size2.03 AC / 88,426 SF

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Property Information for 2278 Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: N COLLEGE TO FOREST W
  • Latitude: 42.702701
  • Longitude: -84.518901
  • MLS Area Major: Area11012Lansing
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 33010126301372
  • Tax Amount Summer: $4,114.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,114.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $71,900.00
  • Tax Legal Description: S 402.27 FT OF N 60 R OF...SEE LISTING OFFICE
  • Tax Year: 13
School Information
  • High School District: Lansing
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.03
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 2.03 AC
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 71900.0
  • Table: RS
  • Living Area: 3019.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3019.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 2281.0
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Year Built: 1999
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Levels: One
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Exhaust Fan
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Jetted Tub
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 12
  • Security Features: Smoke Detectors
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 2
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Lav
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 5
  • Room Area: 182.0
  • Room Description: LR
  • Room Dimensions: 14x13
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Other
Room 6
  • Room Area: 89.1
  • Room Description: BR
  • Room Dimensions: 9.9x9
  • Room Length: 9.9
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Other
Room 7
  • Room Area: 176.8
  • Room Description: FR
  • Room Dimensions: 13.6x13
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Other
Room 8
  • Room Area: 150.8
  • Room Dimensions: 13x11.6
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.6
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom2
Room 9
  • Room Area: 313.6
  • Room Dimensions: 19.6x16
  • Room Length: 19.6
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Area: 200.2
  • Room Dimensions: 14.3x14
  • Room Length: 14.3
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 11
  • Room Area: 176.8
  • Room Dimensions: 13.6x13
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 12
  • Room Area: 360.0
  • Room Dimensions: 20x18
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 2278 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 20, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #561360503

$207,600—
Nov 20, 2015

Sold

Realcomp #630000072549

$207,500—
Jul 23, 2015

Contract Signed

Realcomp #630000072549

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/20/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #561360503

$207,600
11/20/2015

Sold

Realcomp #630000072549

$207,500
07/23/2015

Contract Signed

Realcomp #630000072549

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For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2278 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$16,900Additions$165,000Total$181,900
Tax Record2025$6,352 ($529 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,019 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,019 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,536 SqFtStories2Lot Size88,427 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated1948CountyINGHAMAPN33-01-01-26-301-372

Schools near 2278 Forest Road

This home is within Lansing Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Forest View School
Public - PK to 4
Mt. Hope School
Public - 4 to 8
Everett High School
Public - 9 to 12
Lyons School
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Forest View School
PublicPK to 4

Mt. Hope School
Public4 to 8

Everett High School
Public9 to 12

Lyons School
PublicPK to 4

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 2278 Forest Road, Lansing, MI 48910
$207,500
4
3,019
88,426
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$7,500
–
2
2,195
48,177
2814 Aurora Drive, Lansing, MI 48910
–
3
1.5
879
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2810 Aurora Drive, Lansing, MI 48910
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1,379
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