156 Western Ave Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Fair Plain Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,256
Sq Ft
0.48
Acres
Highlights
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Forced Air Heating System
- Porch
- Bungalow
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of June 2025Offering a wonderful 2 to 3 bedroom home in a great St. Joe Township location. This classic bungalow on Western Avenue features a huge enclosed front porch with tall windows all around, high ceilings, a fireplace, a formal dining room, an enormous basement,and more. The extra deep back yard is like a beautiful park with shrubs and trees all around. There's also a nice room on the back side of the house with lots of windows that had previously been used as a main floor laundry and could possibly serve as a third bedroom. Must see to appreciate the charachter, charm, and warmth of this most desirable property. You're gonna like this house! Don''t miss this opportunity. Call today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sunrise Real Estate, Inc. License #6506045279 Listed on: 07/18/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,499
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70 x 301
- Shrub
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,256 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Laundry on main level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Michigan Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Electric Water Heater
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 18, 2024
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Harris Renee Marie
Bought by
Pate Autumn
Seller's Agent
Brian Brant
Sunrise Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Turonek
eXp Realty
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$133,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,000
-21.19%
Views
430
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.19%
Original Mortgage
$129,883
Outstanding Balance
$129,883
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,901
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 1985
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $133,900 | Chicago Title Of Michigan | |
| Deed | $16,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $129,883 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Sold | $133,900 | -4.3% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Price Changed | $139,900 | -3.5% | $111 / Sq Ft |
| 01/02/2025 01/02/25 | Price Changed | $145,000 | -3.3% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2024 09/04/24 | Price Changed | $149,900 | -6.3% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2024 08/03/24 | Price Changed | $159,900 | -5.9% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2024 07/18/24 | For Sale | $169,900 | -- | $135 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,528 | $65,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,895 | $53,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $565 | $41,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $538 | $38,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $878 | $41,400 | $10,400 | $31,000 |
| 2020 | $818 | $41,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $794 | $34,700 | $4,900 | $29,800 |
| 2018 | $736 | $34,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $726 | $33,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $703 | $33,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $701 | $31,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $456 | $33,400 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brian Brant
B
Seller's Agent in 2025
Brian Brant
Sunrise Real Estate, Inc.
(269) 876-7513
16 in this area
78 Total Sales
-
Teresa Turonek
T
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Teresa Turonek
eXp Realty
(269) 591-5281
2 in this area
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 24036942
APN: 11-18-8700-0008-00-5
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