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Seller's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Nowlen-Boyer
Jaqua Realtors
(269) 926-2643
2 in this area
8 Total Sales
573 Columbus Ave Benton Harbor, MI 49022
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,582
Sq Ft
5,850
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Deck
- Corner Lot: Yes
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of May 2025Gorgeous at every turn! Charming 3-Bedroom, 2 bath home with Unique Features & Modern Upgrades in Benton Harbor.This home perfectly blends timeless character with modern conveniences, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere and standout features at every turn.Step inside to discover a bright, open-concept living space with rich hardwood floors and all-new windows on the second floor, filling the home with natural light. The colorful mosaic kitchen floor adds a creative flair, complemented by a charming breakfast area complete with a handcrafted mosaic cement table—perfect for morning coffee or weekend brunches. For those who love to entertain, the home includes a stylish wine bar area, a bay window seat with hidden storage, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow leading to the backyard oasis. Enjoy a brick patio, wood deck, and outdoor kitchen area, all surrounded by lush perennial garden landscaping and a fully fenced-in yard, foryour own private retreat.The main floor bathroom includes a deep Japanese soaking tub and shower combination, (hand made with stones from Rocky Gap Beach, Lake Michigan) designed to retain heat longer for extended relaxation. Upstairs, you'll find an inviting bedroom featuring a Victorian Era nursery sink, along with a luxurious marble shower and bath combo. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a newer roof, furnace, water heater, and air conditioning unit, and is mostly re-plumbed and rewired for peace of mind.Additional highlights include:- All new windows on second floor.- Main floor laundry room just off kitchen area.- Covered front porch perfect for relaxing evenings- Second-floor upgrades for comfort and efficiency- Unique architectural details that blend vintage charm with modern design.- Walk In Closets- Across the street from St. John and Bernard Catholic Parish and School.Don't miss this one-of-a-kind home that offers character, comfort, and convenienceall in a vibrant neighborhood near local beaches, Benton Harbor Arts District, and local shopping and restaurants.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jaqua Realtors License #6501453751 Listed on: 04/23/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,332
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 5,850 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 117
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
- Shrub
- Corner Lot: Yes
- Level Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Converted Garage
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,582 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bar Fridge
- Replacement Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- Basement
- Michigan Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Kitchen Island
- Snack Bar or Counter
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Location
- Mineral Rights Excluded
Schools
- Northeastern Elementary School
- Fair Plain Middle School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- Fosters Add To City Of Benton Harbor Subdivision
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
May 22, 2025
Sold by
Culby Mark
Bought by
Poupard Adam and Lindstrom Chloe
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Nowlen-Boyer
Jaqua Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Cameron Mammina
RE/MAX Harbor Country
List Price
$192,000
Sold Price
$198,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
3.12%
Views
36
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
-$11,316
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.48%
Original Mortgage
$188,100
Outstanding Balance
$178,595
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$8,089
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 14, 2023
Closed on
Sep 11, 2023
Sold by
Vbb Rentals Llc
Bought by
Culby Mark
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Wurster
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Wurster
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$50,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-28.47%
Views
64
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
122.59%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2002
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 2001
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 17, 1982
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 1, 1970
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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 | $198,000 | Chicago Title Of Michigan | |
| Warranty Deed | $50,000 | Chicago Title Of Michigan | |
| Deed | $100 | -- | |
| Deed | $15,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $5,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $5,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $188,100 | Balloon |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Sold | $198,000 | +3.1% | $125 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $192,000 | +284.0% | $121 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/01/2023 09/01/23 | Sold | $50,000 | -28.5% | $32 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/18/2023 08/18/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/03/2023 04/03/23 | For Sale | $69,900 | -- | $44 / 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 | $2,332 | $42,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,244 | $37,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $954 | $25,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,082 | $18,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,089 | $18,400 | $700 | $17,700 |
| 2020 | $1,076 | $19,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,056 | $16,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,091 | $17,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,069 | $17,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,051 | $17,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,049 | $16,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,121 | $20,400 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jennifer Nowlen-Boyer
-
Cameron Mammina
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Cameron Mammina
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 470-5221
2 in this area
64 Total Sales
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Jennifer Wurster
J
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jennifer Wurster
Coldwell Banker Realty
(309) 453-3098
2 in this area
73 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25017170
APN: 11-52-2400-0002-00-2
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