296 Meachem Ave Battle Creek, MI 49015
Central Battle Creek NeighborhoodEstimated payment $660/month
Highlights
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Bungalow
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
Welcome to 296 Meachem Avenue! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath bungalow sits on a desirable corner lot in Battle Creek and offers plenty of potential.
Enjoy mornings on the covered front porch, afternoons in the fenced backyard, and the convenience of a 1-stall detached garage. Inside, you'll find a cozy layout filled with natural light, plus an unfinished upper level that could easily be finished into an additional bedroom, home office, or bonus living space.
Recent updates bring peace of mind, including a new roof in 2022. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or searching for an investment, this home offers comfort now and possibilities for the future.
Close to schools, parks, and everyday amenities, this one is a must-see!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,393
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 4,574 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 33x115x36x115
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 889 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Breakfast Area or Nook
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on lower level
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | -- | $29,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $939 | $24,543 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,195 | $23,669 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $849 | $18,474 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,135 | $17,489 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,247 | $17,519 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,247 | $19,968 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,247 | $19,286 | $341 | $18,945 |
| 2017 | $721 | $16,181 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $720 | $16,802 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $705 | $16,344 | $1,801 | $14,543 |
| 2014 | $705 | $15,306 | $1,801 | $13,505 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | For Sale | $100,000 | +525.0% | $112 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2017 11/22/17 | Sold | $16,000 | -31.9% | $18 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2017 10/30/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/14/2017 09/14/17 | For Sale | $23,500 | -- | $26 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $16,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Fat | |
| Deed | $5,000 | Warranty Title Agency Llc | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $60,113 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $31,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $50,818 | -- | |
| Deed | $22,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $22,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $57,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $51,500 | Credit Line Revolving |
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Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25043889
APN: 4040-00-092-0
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