2228 Fairfield Rd Portage, MI 49002
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,825
Sq Ft
0.7
Acres
Highlights
- 0.7 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Porch
- Angling Road Elementary School Rated A-
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Stairway
About This Home
As of March 2025Welcome home! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in Portage sits on over half an acre, offering plenty of space inside & out. Recent updates include a new roof, water heater, A/C & furnace all within the last year! Hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, featuring a spacious living room, a formal dining room with a cozy gas log fireplace & a kitchen with updated stainless steel appliances. 2 sizable bedrooms & a family bath complete the main floor. The walkout basement expands your living space with a large rec room & an additional bedroom with custom built-ins; ideal for a home office. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard, a must-see highlight, complete with a deck & plenty of room to relax or entertain. The one-car garage is attached by the roof, providing covered access.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Advantage License #6501370586 Listed on: 01/30/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,174
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 0.7 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 115x264
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Treatments
- Dining Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
- 1 Bedroom in Basement
Accessible Home Design
- Stairway
- Chairlift
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2018
Closed on
Jun 28, 2018
Sold by
Mitchell Trey P and Mitchell Kimberly N
Bought by
Ballentine Tammy L
Seller's Agent
Lindsay Flynn
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Vliek
Evenboer Walton, REALTORS
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$140,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.7%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$124,958
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.23%
Original Mortgage
$112,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 8, 2013
Closed on
Aug 16, 2013
Sold by
Story Michael J and Story Lara M
Bought by
Mitchell Trey P and Mitchell Kimberly N
Seller's Agent
Steve Vollmar
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
Buyer's Agent
Lindsay Flynn
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$119,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,400
-8.01%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.30%
Original Mortgage
$113,500
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 2004
Sold by
Wood Kenneth and Wood Tammie S
Bought by
Story Michael J and Story Lara M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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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 | $140,000 | Devon Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $119,500 | Ppr Title Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | $125,000 | Metro |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $267,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $112,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $112,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $185,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $113,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | Sold | $267,500 | 0.0% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/30/2025 01/30/25 | For Sale | $267,500 | +20.5% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2022 05/13/22 | Sold | $222,000 | +11.1% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2022 04/06/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/04/2022 04/04/22 | For Sale | $199,900 | +42.8% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 06/28/2018 06/28/18 | Sold | $140,000 | +3.7% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2018 05/21/18 | For Sale | $135,000 | +13.0% | $74 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2018 05/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/16/2013 08/16/13 | Sold | $119,500 | -8.0% | $65 / Sq Ft |
| 07/12/2013 07/12/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2013 03/08/13 | For Sale | $129,900 | -- | $71 / 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 | $3,675 | $114,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,675 | $100,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,504 | $87,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,259 | $83,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,150 | $75,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,082 | $72,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $277 | $67,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $0 | $58,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $0 | $59,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $55,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $51,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $47,900 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shauna N. Knight-Major
Seller's Agent in 2025
Shauna N. Knight-Major
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 352-2334
63 in this area
411 Total Sales
-
Pamella Knapp
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Pamella Knapp
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 720-8938
115 in this area
700 Total Sales
-
Tracy Hageman
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tracy Hageman
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 217-3500
15 in this area
58 Total Sales
-
Jessica Vliek
J
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jessica Vliek
Evenboer Walton, REALTORS
(269) 330-4885
12 in this area
78 Total Sales
-
Callie Rainey
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Callie Rainey
Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
(417) 225-0239
1 in this area
17 Total Sales
-
Lindsay Flynn
L
Seller's Agent in 2018
Lindsay Flynn
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
(269) 615-0723
15 in this area
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25003505
APN: 10-02560-011-A
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