$345,000

1803 Forres Ave Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Estimated payment $2,114/month

Total Views 2,436
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,160 Sq Ft
$160 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Lake Front
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Upton Middle School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

Located along one of St. Joseph's most beloved and picturesque tree-lined brick streets. This adorable 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath single-level home offers an opportunity to enjoy the charm, setting, and walkability that make Forres Avenue so desirable, just a short walk to downtown shops, restaurants, parks, and the beaches of Lake Michigan. The home features a warm and functional layout with great natural light, and a spacious living room anchored by a large picture window. 2 bedrooms are positioned on one side of the home, while the 3rd ensuite bedroom creates an ideal setup for guests, a home office, or added privacy. A lovely sunroom offers additional space to relax and enjoy views of the private backyard.The kitchen was previously remodeled and provides comfortable workspace and storage. Several meaningful updates add peace of mind, including a roof replaced in 2014, high-efficiency furnace replaced in 2023, central air repaired in 2024, many vinyl replacement windows, replaced gutters and gutters guards. Exterior of home recently painted. The large full basement offers excellent flexibility with laundry and cabinet storage, a separate storage room, and a large bonus room that could serve as a game room, family room, office, workout area, or hobby space. The basement is dry, it has a French drain waterproofing system. Outside, the property offers a private backyard with patio and lawn space, a brick patio area featuring bricks from old St. Joseph, garden space, and a hot tub that was recently serviced. The large side yard adds even more potential, including space next to the driveway for an additional parking pad. A one-car garage and shed provide extra convenience.Charming, well-cared-for, and full of potential in one of St. Joseph's most treasured locations, this Forres Avenue home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy classic neighborhood character, outdoor space, and walkable living near downtown and Lake Michigan.

Listing Agent

Gretchen Volkenstein

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501406474 Listed on: 05/08/2026

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,266

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 10,084 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Fenced
  • Shrub
  • Corner Lot
  • Garden
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,160 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Bedroom
  • Accessible Kitchen

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,266

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

10,084 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch, Traditional
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Range
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Bedroom
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2160.0
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Replacement, Screens
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1440.0
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 720.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • List Price: 345000.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Sink, In Basement, Laundry Room
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Storm Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10084.0
  • Zoning Description: R1

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3266.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

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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 $3,266 $134,600 $0 $0
2024 $3,168 $127,700 $0 $0
2023 $3,038 $110,200 $0 $0
2022 $2,900 $92,200 $0 $0
2021 $2,881 $87,900 $34,200 $53,700
2020 $2,842 $85,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,821 $71,900 $32,300 $39,600
2018 $2,773 $71,900 $0 $0
2017 $2,487 $70,700 $0 $0
2016 $2,487 $68,500 $0 $0
2015 $2,457 $67,100 $0 $0
2014 $2,341 $63,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/08/2026 05/08/26 For Sale $345,000 -- $160 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $144,097 None Available
Deed $100 --
Deed $100 --
Deed $46,900 --
Deed $45,300 --
Deed $41,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $68,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
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About the Listing Agent

Gretchen Volkenstein

@properties Christie's International R.E.

(833) 646-1112

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Southwest Michigan has always been ‘home base' for Gretta. Spending much of her childhood and high school years in the Saint Joseph area, she moved back in 2014 after having lived in California and Germany. Gretta has always had a love of real estate. Her parents helped her buy her first investment home at the age for 12 for $19,000! Now, some twenty years later, she is thrilled to be part of Southwest Michigan's top real estate brokerage, @properties Michigan.

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Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 26020963

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APN: 11-76-2320-0059-00-8

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