1255 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
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1255 Buchanan Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49507

  • Studio
Studio
(on 0.31 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School4 Elementary Schools6 Middle Schools4 High Schools
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Description

This single-family home is located at 1255 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI. 1255 Buchanan Ave SW is in Grand Rapids, MI and in ZIP code 49507. This property has a lot size of 0.31 acres and was built in 1957.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1255 Buchanan Ave SW

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Market trends in Grand Rapids

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$295K
$8.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$202
$8MoM
Available listings
547
82MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2017
Tax$2,716
Assessment$113,800
Home facts updated by county records

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05/08/26
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1,449
13 Rena St SW, Grand Rapids, MI
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$83,000
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960
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2
2,276
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$13,300
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1
1,526
1335 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI
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$255,000
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2
2,058
847 Sheridan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI
0.55
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$228,000
01/08/26
4
2
1,588
885 Cesar E Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI
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$325,000
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34 La Belle St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.35
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$231,009
05/14/26
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Grand Rapids

At least 2477 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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  • Linda P.
    "I Used Visit Over There ,& Live Over There ,Long Long Time Ago Very Nice Neighborhood if Its Still the Same "
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  • Bob D.
    " I love the proximity to the best things grand rapids has to offer via a short bike or golf cart ride ! Many green spaces and plenty wildlife ! Such a rare mix to have best of both worlds Never experienced anything like it and lived all over city ; very special area with all the cemeteries and being up hill you get views of downtown skyline !"
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  • Heather Swanson
    "easy to call home. great amenities. local bars and restaurants to go to. lots of free events to enjoy. "
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  • Aaron
    "Avoiding the highway (US131) is key if you can. Getting into downtown works out pretty well if you're traveling early in the morning. Afternoon can be hit or miss"
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  • jamese fletcher
    "Lots of happy dogs in Grand Rapids,MI. I see no issues with dogs in this city. Several dogs in golf carts having fun!"
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  • Elvia Myers
    "Great area to walk your dog and big open yards for your dog to run and play. If you have a yard with a fence, perfecto"
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  • Jordan-Nicole Snyder
    "Neighborhood dogs often get out of their yards and roam around. They’ve been harmless so far but you never know. "
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  • Christina Turner
    "There are so many dogs in my neighborhood. I regularly see people out walking their dogs when it is nice outside. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute, in terms of milage is very short. However, dude to traffic and parking being a mess, I usually have to leave very early to get anywhere on time. "
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  • Hubbardcomm
    "The annual Heritage Hill Picnic was a great event (hope they still have it). Also, it’s an easy walk downtown to the symphony, Civic Theatre, the public library, art museum, restaurants, and coffee shops."
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  • Susan Hardouin
    "My neighborhood has easy access to every corner of Grand Rapids, is very walkable, and has easy access to public transportation. Downtown is easily accessible and very happening! "
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  • D
    "Close to downtown, reeds lake, parks, restaurants, hospitals, highways, shops, and outdoor activities and entertainment."
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  • Queenmare1984
    "The school in the area ( stocking elementary ) is closed, We hope they keep they playground, a lot of neighbors / outside neighbors use the park/ playground "
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  • DVT
    "Centrally located. Close to everything highways, downtown, the arts, and sports venues. Walking distance to farmers market Gaslight Village, Reeds Lake and restaurants and parks including dog park and mountain bike trails."
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  • DT
    "Everything is close! Easy access to highways, shopping, parks, downtown and events. Walkable, bikeing, and driveable."
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  • Trulia User
    "I usually was too busy to attend but there are a lot of community events. East town fair is my favorite "
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  • Conor Edgar
    "We don’t really have all too many communal events hosted in the neighborhood, with this generation to be completely honest. "
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  • Rachelbradley28
    "I drive everywhere but the bus is on every busy street for you to get places. But beware going on the bus, or driving.. crack heads and gang members will bother you"
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  • Trulia User
    "How close everything and there is not a lot of open space for their dogs to roam free and exercise! "
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  • Clairegroen
    "It’s so safe. I’ve lived here for 22 years and it’s a very stable environment. Kids can ride their bikes for a long ways without hitting a major road and there are lots of families in the neighborhood. "
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  • Jack Tabb
    "Great place to live. People are nice and it is clean. The park was just renovated as well. Most homes are owned by people that have lived there for a long time. "
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  • MH
    "This is a very dog friendly neighborhood. People walk their dogs through the neighborhood daily and there are several walking paths close by. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's okay from the past experiences I have had. no crime or any issues with the neighbors. it's peaceful from when I just to live over there. unknown of the present."
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  • Trulia User
    "I absolutely love living in East Hills/Eastown! It’s beautiful and there is so much to do. Everything is easy and accessible via bike or walk. The only downside is no convenient grocery store that I like, but everything else is great!"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s near homeless shelters. Don’t feel safe. No elevator. Bus stop is scary to stand at. I certainly hope it gets better soon!!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "nothing special really just an easy going neighborhood with light tricker treaters but nothing big. quiet neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "Keep very close eyes on your children as they all like to collectively play in the streets/roads. It’s nice to see other people casually walking their dogs and pups. It’s nice to see people walking around in general. Let’s us know we can trust the area with that at most."
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  • Lmuresan
    "We love Alger Heights: we're in walking distance to almost everything we need, including multiple grocery stores, a hardware store, restaurants, library, post office, parks, and more. Neighbors tend to be friendly and homes well-kept, and the neighborhood safe and quiet. We're near multiple bus lines and an easy bike ride downtown. "
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  • Lmuresan
    "Ready, Set, Spring!, Eastern and Alger Pop-up Market, block parties, and neighborhood garage sales bring the neighborhood together. We love living here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s new to us, but seems neighborly. I see a lot of other families which helps me to know it’s safe for my Son."
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  • Trulia User
    "Make sure they are fully educated on traffic safety. Also street parking is a pain! College kids have way too many vehicles per household."
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  • Trulia User
    "Judgy neighbors who don’t like dogs are rude to respectful dog owners. Don’t move here if you love your dog"
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  • Trulia User
    "They have every friday night food trucks in the park and October fest in the park always something going on "
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  • Trulia User
    "we have Douglas Park where the kids yell and scream. another kids play basketball on the basketball court and they yell at Scream It's miserable can't wait to move."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a good area for small families many stores near by an alot of parks within a walking distance "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are lot's of great parks and playgrounds for the kids with walking trails for the adults and kids. people are very friendly. lot's of little stores and places to eat, things to do in the area."
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived here for for two years and I like it. It has all the public transportation it’s friendly and it’s a very kid friendly neighborhood and I would love to buy a home in this neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are many families that live here, the great thing about it is the park, I just work at americhem here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of resturants and the bridge street market! Area is walkable and I never feel unsafe. I live in The Hendrik and I love it here"
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  • Trulia User
    "The Family’s in this neighborhood are loving and friendly. Schools are in close vicinity for children and perfect calm place for living."
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1255 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 is a studio single-family home built in 1957. This property is not currently available for sale.