Christine Norland
Responds Quickly
Jaqua Realtors
(269) 466-8138
166 Total Sales
2 in Benton Heights
$33K - $135K Price Range
1053 E Empire Ave Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Benton Heights Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
625
Sq Ft
0.27
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Living Room
- Fenced Front Yard
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating System
- Level Lot
About This Home
As of June 2026Double lot living with a workshop-ready garage! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers great outdoor space and functionality, featuring both a fenced front yard and a fully fenced backyard. The detached garage is insulated and drywalled and includes its own 100-amp electrical service and wood-burning stove, creating an ideal setup for projects, hobbies, or year-round workspace. A carport in the driveway provides convenient covered parking, while the full basement offers additional storage and flexibility. Connected to city sewer with well water service, this property delivers a great combination of space, usability, and potential.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Century 21 Affiliated License #6501405571 Listed on: 03/04/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,190
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 11,892 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 125 x 95
- Fenced Front Yard
- Fenced
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Carport
- Front Facing Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- HardiePlank Type
Interior Spaces
- 625 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 1995
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 1995
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 1995
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 17, 1995
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 1976
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Benton Heights, MI
-
Christine Norland
-
Brett Cosner
Brett Cosner
Jaqua REALTORS
(269) 580-8238
109 Total Sales
1 in Benton Heights
$269,100 Price
-
Gretchen Volkenstein
Gretchen Volkenstein
@properties Christie's International R.E.
(269) 466-8100
248 Total Sales
2 in Benton Heights
$92,231 Price Range
-
Tom Fry
Tom Fry
True Michigan Properties
(269) 468-0881
78 Total Sales
2 in Benton Heights
$150,000 Price Range
-
Jessica Steele
Jessica Steele
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
(269) 557-0630
401 Total Sales
1 in Benton Heights
$80,000 Price
-
Brian Waite
Brian Waite
RE/MAX by the Lake
(269) 466-1599
122 Total Sales
6 in Benton Heights
$14K - $159K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $15,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $14,600 | -- | |
| Deed | $13,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $10,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2026 06/25/26 | Sold | $129,000 | -0.7% | $206 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/04/2026 03/04/26 | For Sale | $129,900 | -- | $208 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,235 | $26,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1,190 | $27,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $351 | $23,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $334 | $20,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $319 | $19,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $567 | $19,000 | $1,000 | $18,000 |
| 2020 | $966 | $18,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $942 | $17,700 | $600 | $17,100 |
| 2018 | $1,322 | $17,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,316 | $16,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $513 | $16,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $896 | $16,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $270 | $15,800 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Daniel Graffenius
Seller's Agent in 2026
Daniel Graffenius
Century 21 Affiliated
(269) 944-9017
1 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Martin Lopez
M
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Martin Lopez
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
(269) 316-4465
3 in this area
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 26008049
APN: 11-03-2700-0027-00-1
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