$474,900
$14K PRICE DROP

1701 Forres Ave Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Estimated payment $3,197/month

Total Views 21,305
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,040 Sq Ft
$233 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

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

About This Home

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 Listed By

Kelly Arellano

Cressy & Everett Real Estate License #6501388204 Listed on: 02/27/2025

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
  • 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
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • 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
  • 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: 474900.0
  • 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

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
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8129.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Map

Range of Values:

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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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $469,900 -1.1% $230 / Sq Ft
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Price Changed $474,900 -0.9% $233 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Price Changed $479,000 -1.5% $235 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Price Changed $486,500 -0.5% $238 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 For Sale $489,000 +85.9% $240 / Sq Ft
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Sold $263,000 -6.0% $139 / Sq Ft
06/27/2013 06/27/13 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2013 04/08/13 For Sale $279,900 -- $148 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $263,000 Multiple
Warranty Deed $162,500 Chicago Title
Deed $120,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $353,700 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $150,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25006993

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

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