NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1701 Forres Ave Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Estimated Value: $446,000 - $465,506

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,040 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 15, 2025

Last sale price $450,000 $221 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,053/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Sauna
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Upton Middle School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 5-minute walk to Milton Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

This Charming Traditional sits in one of the best locations the city of St. Joe has to offer. With its timeless appeal and inviting atmosphere, this home is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to local amenities, quaint shops, dining, and the sandy shores of SW MI. Three bedrooms with large closets and two full baths with main floor laundry is a hard find on this coveted street. The kitchen has a large center island with a slider that opens to a rear deck, great for entertaining. The front porch is the perfect spot to sit and watch an evening sunset. One block to Milton Park and three to the Howard Trail Bridge. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence or a vacation getaway, this gem promises the relaxed lifestyle you've been dreaming of.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Arellano

Cressy & Everett Real Estate License #6501388204 Listed on: 07/15/2025

Cressy & Everett Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Kent Schulte

Cressy & Everett Real Estate License #6501428138

Cressy & Everett Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,129

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 5,445 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 43x127

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,040 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Sauna
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Bathroom
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Property is near a lake
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,129

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • OfficeContract Info:List PriceSqFt2: 230.34
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 43x127
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2040.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 8129.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Additional Items:Sauna: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2040.0
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Remarks Misc: Public Remarks: This Charming Traditional sits in one of the best locations the city of St. Joe has to offer. With its timeless appeal and inviting atmosphere, this home is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to local amenities, quaint shops, dining, and the sandy shores of SW MI. Three bedrooms with large closets and two full baths with main floor laundry is a hard find on this coveted street. The kitchen has a large center island with a slider that opens to a rear deck, great for entertaining. The front porch is the perfect spot to sit and watch an evening sunset. One block to Milton Park and three to the Howard Trail Bridge. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence or a vacation getaway, this gem promises the relaxed lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Sauna, Center Island
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2040.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 869.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Laundry Features:In Bathroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 469900.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): 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: In Bathroom, Main Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Area: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 43x127
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5445.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8129.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2025
Closed on
Aug 15, 2025
Sold by
Scheer James A and Scheer Katherine A
Bought by
Staples Annabelle
Seller's Agent
Kelly Arellano
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kent Schulte
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
List Price
$469,900
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-4.23%
Views
58
Current Estimated Value
$454,877

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,877
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.80%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2013
Closed on
Jun 28, 2013
Sold by
Cragin Morgan and Cragin Jill
Bought by
Scheer James A and Scheer Katherine A
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Lomonaco
Coldwell Banker Advantage
Buyer's Agent
Joy Schwarting
Coldwell Banker Advantage
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$263,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,900
-6.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.52%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2005
Sold by
Sodetz William J and Sodetz Heidi H
Bought by
Cragin Morgan and Cragin Jill

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 1993
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Staples Annabelle $450,000 First American Title
Scheer James A $263,000 Multiple
Cragin Morgan $162,500 Chicago Title
-- $120,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Scheer James A $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $450,000 -4.2% $221 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 For Sale $469,900 +78.7% $230 / Sq Ft
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Sold $263,000 -6.0% $139 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/27/2013 06/27/13 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2013 04/08/13 For Sale $279,900 -- $148 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $8,129 $222,500 $0 $0
2024 $7,961 $216,200 $0 $0
2023 $7,619 $192,200 $0 $0
2022 $7,267 $159,300 $0 $0
2021 $7,162 $151,800 $28,100 $123,700
2020 $7,064 $149,400 $0 $0
2019 $6,986 $124,700 $24,100 $100,600
2018 $6,854 $124,700 $0 $0
2017 $6,302 $121,400 $0 $0
2016 $6,302 $118,400 $0 $0
2015 $6,244 $116,000 $0 $0
2014 $6,014 $109,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 25034727

MichRIC

APN: 11-76-7280-0039-00-1