Brett Cosner
Jaqua REALTORS
(269) 580-8238
112 Total Sales
1 in Benton
$280,000 Price
3865 E Empire Ave Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Benton Area
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,380
Sq Ft
4.06
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Barn
- Deck
- No HOA
- 4.06 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2026Nestled on 4 picturesque acres in rural Benton Township, this well-built, one-owner brick ranch offers the perfect blend of country living and convenience. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the property provides ample space for gardening, outdoor recreation, a hobby farm, or simply enjoying the abundant wildlife and peaceful setting.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jill Ortlieb
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI License #6501321301 Listed on: 06/19/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,711
Year Built
- Built in 1959
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,380 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Additional Features
- 4.06 Acre Lot
- Barn
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 19, 2026
Closed on
Jul 27, 2026
Sold by
Nancy L Volpe Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jill Ortlieb
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
Buyer's Agent
Juliana Meppelink
RE/MAX Lakeshore
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Views
30
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-19.53%
Original Mortgage
$270,750
Outstanding Balance
$270,750
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,321
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 26, 2001
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 1995
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 1995
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Benton Harbor, MI
-
Brett Cosner
-
Tammy Anders
Tammy Anders
MI Realty, A Michigan RE Co.
(269) 448-0856
250 Total Sales
1 in Benton
$175,000 Price
-
Brian Waite
Brian Waite
RE/MAX by the Lake
(269) 466-1599
123 Total Sales
1 in Benton
$134,500 Price
-
Jennifer Strzyzykowski
Jennifer Strzyzykowski
The Shore Real Estate Group
(269) 895-6411
49 Total Sales
1 in Benton
$150,000 Price
-
Tim Mitchell
Tim Mitchell
Responds QuicklyCressy & Everett Real Estate
(269) 468-0928
175 Total Sales
2 in Benton
$133,000 Price Range
-
Kerry Wright
Kerry Wright
Wright Properties
(269) 247-5946
191 Total Sales
5 in Benton
$61K - $450K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $100 | -- | |
| Deed | $100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2026 07/27/26 | Sold | $285,000 | 0.0% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 06/28/2026 06/28/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2026 06/19/26 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $207 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,832 | $88,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1,781 | $88,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $935 | $75,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $890 | $73,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $848 | $64,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,509 | $62,100 | $5,600 | $56,500 |
| 2020 | $1,523 | $62,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,461 | $52,400 | $4,800 | $47,600 |
| 2018 | $1,413 | $52,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,397 | $52,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,364 | $53,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,360 | $51,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $719 | $50,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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JO
Seller's Agent in 2026
Jill Ortlieb
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
-
Juliana Meppelink
JM
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Juliana Meppelink
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 758-0690
6 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 26030692
APN: 11-03-0023-0014-05-1
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