History and character abound in this well cared for and updated antique farmhouse. Built in 1860, and tastefully renovated over the years, this home flows incredibly well from room to room, with beautiful views of the neighborhood and the professional landscaping. High ceilings throughout the main floor give a sense of openness and spaciousness, with the added character of wide plank red pine flooring. Main floor includes a formal dining room, living room with fireplace, a study with French doors, laundry room, and a half bath. The eat-in kitchen boasts high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Dacor 6 burner stove top. The second floor offers 3 bedrooms. The master includes an en suite bath with 3 spacious closets. The two-stall garage is extra deep providing space for storage or hobbies. The carpeted basement has plenty of extra square footage for storage and a home gym. There is a shed and potting room in the backyard for the avid gardener. Low cost of ownership with new roof, new furnace, and recent basement waterproofing. Close proximity to Grand Rapids Christian High School, Breton Village, and 28th Street shopping. The nearly 1 acre lot on Breton includes a side street driveway on Okemos. This is a one-of-a-kind iconic property. Agent is related to seller.
History and character abound in this well cared for and updated antique farmhouse. Built in 1860, and tastefully renovated over the years, this home flows incredibly well from room to room, with beautiful views of the neighborhood and the professional landscaping. High ceilings throughout the main floor give a sense of openness and spaciousness, with the added character of wide plank red pine flooring. Main floor includes a formal dining room, living room with fireplace, a study with French doors, laundry room, and a half bath. The eat-in kitchen boasts high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Dacor 6 burner stove top. The second floor offers 3 bedrooms. The master includes an en suite bath with 3 spacious closets. The two-stall garage is extra deep providing space for storage
REALCOMP #65019025186
Jul 16, 2019
Sold
$350,000
$133/sq ft
Jun 5, 2019
Listed
$350,000
$133/sq ft
History and character abound in this well cared for and updated antique farmhouse. Built in 1860, and tastefully renovated over the years, this home flows incredibly well from room to room, with beautiful views of the neighborhood and the professional landscaping. High ceilings throughout the main floor give a sense of openness and spaciousness, with the added character of wide plank red pine flooring. Main floor includes a formal dining room, living room with fireplace, a study with French doors, laundry room, and a half bath. The eat-in kitchen boasts high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Dacor 6 burner stove top. The second floor offers 3 bedrooms. The master includes an en suite bath with 3 spacious closets. The two-stall garage is extra deep providing space for storageor hobbies. The carpeted basement has plenty of extra square footage for storage and a home gym. There is a shed and potting room in the backyard for the avid gardener. Low cost of ownership with new roof, new furnace, and recent basement waterproofing. Close proximity to Grand Rapids Christian High School, Breton Village, and 28th Street shopping. The nearly 1 acre lot on Breton includes a side street driveway on Okemos. This is a one-of-a-kind iconic property. Agent is related to seller.
SW Michigan MLS #15051546
Dec 2, 2015
Sold
$272,000
$103/sq ft
Oct 25, 2015
Pending
—
Sep 24, 2015
Listed
$284,900
$108/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #40170578
Dec 2, 2015
Sold
$272,000
$103/sq ft
Sep 24, 2015
Listed
$284,900
$108/sq ft
REALCOMP #65015051546
Dec 2, 2015
Sold
$272,000
$103/sq ft
Sep 24, 2015
Listed
$284,900
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,130 (+2.4%)
2024
$5,009 (+4.4%)
2023
$4,799 (+5.6%)
2022
$4,543 (+2.3%)
2021
$4,442 (−1.4%)
2020
$4,505 (+22.1%)
2019
$3,689 (+3.5%)
2018
$3,563 (−1.3%)
2017
$3,611 (+2.9%)
2016
$3,510 (+53.7%)
2015
$2,283 (+2.6%)
2014
$2,226
Tax history for 2485 Breton Rd SE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,130 (+2.4%)
2024
$5,009 (+4.4%)
2023
$4,799 (+5.6%)
2022
$4,543 (+2.3%)
2021
$4,442 (−1.4%)
2020
$4,505 (+22.1%)
2019
$3,689 (+3.5%)
2018
$3,563 (−1.3%)
2017
$3,611 (+2.9%)
2016
$3,510 (+53.7%)
2015
$2,283 (+2.6%)
2014
$2,226
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
175 ft.
Lot depth
167 ft.
Lot size
0.67 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,174
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
41-18-09-426-042
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
MCN-LDR
Mid-20th Century Neighborhood - Low-Density Residential Zone District
The MCN-LDR District is intended to protect the established development pattern, consisting predominantly of low-density residential development characterized by single-family detached houses on individual lots with garages located to the side or rear of the main building. New development and building renovation shall be compatible with the valued characteristics of the existing built environment. To that end, a coordinated variety in design is encouraged. The repeated use of identical façade designs shall be avoided.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Library
Golf related
Communications tower
Cemetery
Park & open space
Aug 12, 2022 • Final
Plumbing permit - 1-2 family
Remove and replace a water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Jun 24, 2015 • Final
Mechanical permit - 1-2 family
Work on a furnace.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen
# of Rooms Total: 11
Appliances: Built in Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Window Features: Storms, Skylight(s), Screens
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,631
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1860
Roof: Composition
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.75
Lot Size Area: 0.75
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Public
Living Area: 2631.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $3,562.82
Tax Assessed Value: $104,857
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Natural Gas Water Heater
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Location
School Information
High School District: Grand Rapids
Location Information
Directions: Breton Road between Burton and 28th Street , on the corner of Breton and Okemos
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,174
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 41-18-09-426-042
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sherwood Global Studies Academy
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.8mi
3/10
Alger Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
2/10
Ottawa Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$524,000 – $634,000
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