$155,000
UNDER CONTRACT $20K PRICE DROP

117 Messner Dr Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain Neighborhood

Estimated payment $959/month

Total Views 3,471
2 Beds
1 Bath
936 Sq Ft
$166 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Replacement Windows

About This Home

Pride of ownership shines throughout this well-maintained brick home. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, the property offers updated replacement windows and newer flooring for a fresh, move-in ready feel. The fenced backyard provides privacy and space to enjoy, complemented by an oversized 2-car garage. Appliances included: range/oven, refrigerator, washer, and dryer. The seller is also replacing the garage door for added peace of mind. Come see this efficient and charming brick home today—it won't last long!

Listing Agent

John Shail

Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E. License #6501310454 Listed on: 08/18/2025

Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,447

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 8,025 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 64' x 134'
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 936 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,447

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 64' x 134'
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 936.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1446.85
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Telephone Line2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 936.0
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Slab
  • LivingArea: 936.0
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 155000.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Area: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 64' x 134'
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8025.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1446.85
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2025 $1,447 $57,900 $0 $0
2024 $778 $54,000 $0 $0
2023 $741 $51,500 $0 $0
2022 $706 $45,900 $0 $0
2021 $1,273 $43,000 $2,800 $40,200
2020 $1,256 $41,700 $0 $0
2019 $1,237 $37,100 $1,100 $36,000
2018 $1,200 $37,100 $0 $0
2017 $1,186 $38,400 $0 $0
2016 $1,152 $38,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,149 $36,700 $0 $0
2014 $598 $35,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $155,000 -3.1% $166 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Price Changed $160,000 -5.8% $171 / Sq Ft
08/23/2025 08/23/25 Price Changed $169,900 -2.9% $182 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 For Sale $175,000 -- $187 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $67,500 Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $27,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $63,500 New Conventional
Closed $65,788 FHA
Previous Owner $5,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25041850

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-03-8280-0001-02-7

Michigan Berrien County Benton Harbor 49022 Fair Plain

117 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI

This home is located at 117 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 and is currently priced at $155,000, approximately $165 per square foot. This property was built in 1953. 117 Messner Dr is a home located in Berrien County with nearby schools including Fair Plain Middle School, Benton Harbor High School, and Benton Harbor Charter School Academy.

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