2740 Lake Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Classic Federal style brick home with character, charm, and curb appeal. Designed by Mathias Alten's son-in-law, Ralph Demmon, and built by Jordan Sheperd in 1939. Situated on 1.504 lush acres and formerly part of a large estate on the fringes of the settled city, it maintains its stature to this day with its deep front lawn ringed by trees. Professionally tended landscaping - perennial gardens by Gardening Angels include old fashioned fragrant roses and lilacs, lilies and daffodils, hydrangeas, butterfly bushes, peonies, and autumn clematis. 2 car attached and 3 car detached garages. 3363 sq ft above ground. Large main rooms, hardwood floors, traditional moldings and appointments. Formal dining room with corner cabinets, each carved from one tree, identical to those in the White House oval office. Remodeled kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances, double oven range, super white granite countertops, breakfast room, laundry room, and maid's bdrm/office. Glass/screened porch off the formal living room. Main floor family room. Large Master bdrm with dressing room & remodeled marble bath w/nickel bathtub. 3 add'l remodeled marble bathrooms. New furnace, 2 furnaces, 2 AC. One of the owners is a licensed real estate agent in the State of Michigan.