$330,000
SOLD SEP 26, 2025

286 5th Ave Manistee, MI 49660

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,439 Sq Ft
6,416 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Fountains
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of September 2025

Charming Restored 1870 Victorian Home | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | Northside Manistee. Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully restored 1870 Victorian gem located on Manistee's desirable Northside—just blocks from the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. This home seamlessly blends historic character with modern updates,offering original charm paired with thoughtful renovations throughout. Front porch & side porch for early morning coffee. Enjoy summer evenings on the inviting patio, surrounded by lush landscaping & a stunning fountain that creates a serene, garden-like setting. The spacious backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing in privacy.A rare bonus: Above the two-stall garage, you'll find a fully equipped apartment,in garage a fish cleaning station, work station, heat & water. This one-of-a-kind property offers an unbeatable combination of location, style, and versatility. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Manistee history just moments from the lake.
Updates
Furnace replaced 2/2017
AC replaced 6/9/18
Electrical 3/22/95 Sheppleman
Roof 6-17-02
Garage furnace 2/15/08
Garage air June 08
On demand hot water tank June 2017
Hot water tank 6/2017

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Virginia Pelton

CENTURY 21 Northland License #6501323236 Listed on: 07/23/2025

CENTURY 21 Northland

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,351

Year Built

  • Built in 1870

Lot Details

  • 6,416 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 64 x 100
  • Shrub
  • Terraced Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,439 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Water Fountains

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,351

Year Built

Built in 1870

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Victorian
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • OfficeContract Info:List PriceSqFt2: 235.58
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 64 x 100
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1439.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2351.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Broadband: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Landscape:Underground Sprinkler: Yes
  • Water Heater:Tankless: Yes
  • Landscape:Terraced Yard: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:High-Speed Internet: Yes
  • Landscape:Fountain: Yes
  • Additional Items:Guest Quarters: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1439.0
  • Laundry Features In Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Victorian: Yes
  • Remarks Misc: Public Remarks: Charming Restored 1870 Victorian Home | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | Northside Manistee. Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully restored 1870 Victorian gem located on Manistee's desirable Northside—just blocks from the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. This home seamlessly blends historic character with modern updates,offering original charm paired with thoughtful renovations throughout. Front porch & side porch for early morning coffee. Enjoy summer evenings on the inviting patio, surrounded by lush landscaping & a stunning fountain that creates a serene, garden-like setting. The spacious backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing in privacy.A rare bonus: Above the two-stall garage, you'll find a fully equipped apartment,in garage a fish cleaning station, work station, heat & water.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband, Garage Door Opener, Guest Quarters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1439.0
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 955.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 339000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Detached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Faces Front: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 64 x 100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6416.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2351.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2012
Sold by
Ruddy Thomas G and Ruddy Onalee C
Bought by
Ruddy Thomas & Onalee Trust
Current Estimated Value
$323,306

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1994
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $22,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Sold $330,000 -2.7% $229 / Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 For Sale $339,000 -- $236 / 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 $1,875 $102,400 $0 $0
2024 $18 $92,400 $0 $0
2023 $1,763 $74,300 $0 $0
2022 $2,047 $68,700 $68,700 $0
2021 $1,996 $58,400 $58,400 $0
2020 $1,853 $53,400 $53,400 $0
2019 $1,834 $50,000 $50,000 $0
2018 $1,799 $45,400 $45,400 $0
2017 $2,531 $46,300 $46,300 $0
2016 $1,515 $48,300 $48,300 $0
2015 -- $45,400 $45,400 $0
2014 -- $41,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 25032276

MichRIC

APN: 51-248-703-11