NOT LISTED FOR SALE

225 Western Ave Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $153,000 - $201,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,280 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 13, 2013

Last sale price $62,500 $49 Per Sq Ft

Est. 171% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,086/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Fenced Yard
  • Bungalow
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Living Room
  • Bathroom on Main Level

About This Home

As of December 2013

MOVE RIGHT IN! Home for the Holidays! No chores await you in this well kept single story home with full basement, three season sun porch, and deluxe oversized garage. Central location is just minutes from EVERYTHING! Large oversized lot includes rear fenced yard and generous garden space. BONUS two car deluxe 32 x 24 garage/pole barn! Perfect for any and all custom work stations! Inside and Out, this fine home is high quality and maintenance free. Newer siding, roof, replacement windows are just some of the features that offer VALUE! WOW, on the interior ! Freshly painted tasteful and neutral, wonderful details and millwork. Bright and carefree, with plenty of room! Three bedrooms and abundant storage! Updated kitchen, features new cabinetry and fixtures, is sure to please and in cludes a new dishwasher! Sellers relocating, immediate possession available. Don't wait, call today for your private tour. 225 Western is the perfect home for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Doreen Johan

Sunset Coast Realty Group License #6501303972 Listed on: 11/18/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Joy Schwarting

Century 21 Affiliated License #6501353727

Century 21 Affiliated

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $780

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 70x301
  • Fenced Yard
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,280 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$780

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 70x301
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1280.0
  • General Property Info:Design: Bungalow
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 780.0
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: 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
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Additional Items:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1280.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Mn Flr Full Bath, Covered Entrance
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Wood Floor
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1280.0
  • Window Features: Replacement, Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Accessibility Feat:Accessible Mn Flr Full Bath: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Back, 3 Season Room
  • List Price: 69500.0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Exterior Features 3 Season Room: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 70x301
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 780.0
  • Tax Year: 2012

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2024
Sold by
Doyle Toni
Bought by
Berrien County Treasurer
Current Estimated Value
$169,423

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2023
Sold by
Doyle Toni
Bought by
Berrien County Treasurer

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2013
Closed on
Dec 13, 2013
Sold by
Schmidt Steven A and Schmidt Cynthia J
Bought by
Doyle Toni
Seller's Agent
Doreen Johan
Sunset Coast Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Joy Schwarting
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$69,500
Sold Price
$62,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-10.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2004
Sold by
Schmidt Steven A
Bought by
Schmidt Steven A and Schmidt Cynthia J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 1989

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 1977

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 1977
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Berrien County Treasurer -- --
Berrien County Treasurer -- --
Doyle Toni $62,500 Fat
Schmidt Steven A -- --
-- $2,000 --
-- $22,300 --
-- $12,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Schmidt Steven A $45,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/13/2013 12/13/13 Sold $62,500 -10.1% $49 / Sq Ft
12/07/2013 12/07/13 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2013 11/18/13 For Sale $69,500 -- $54 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

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 $1,905 $66,700 $0 $0
2024 $685 $53,800 $0 $0
2023 $652 $42,000 $0 $0
2022 $621 $39,700 $0 $0
2021 $1,010 $41,700 $10,400 $31,300
2020 $942 $41,000 $0 $0
2019 $912 $34,100 $4,900 $29,200
2018 $849 $34,100 $0 $0
2017 $837 $33,300 $0 $0
2016 $811 $33,600 $0 $0
2015 $809 $31,300 $0 $0
2014 $571 $33,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Doreen Johan

    Sunset Coast Realty Group

    (269) 429-5252

    4 in this area

    50 Total Sales

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  • Joy Schwarting

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Joy Schwarting

    Century 21 Affiliated

    (269) 519-4777

    12 in this area

    179 Total Sales

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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Chantana Schwarting

    Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 13062449

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-18-8700-0037-00-5

Michigan Berrien County Benton Harbor 49022 Fair Plain

225 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI

This home is located at 225 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 since 18 November 2013 and is currently estimated at $168,674, approximately $131 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 225 Western Ave is a home located in Berrien County with nearby schools including Fair Plain Middle School, Benton Harbor High School, and Benton Harbor Charter School Academy.

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