$289,000
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
997 Sq Ft
4,049 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 8, 2026

$290 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Upton Middle School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome to 602 Howard Ave in St. Joseph--a fully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath home that blends modern updates with classic charm. Since its last sale, this property has been completely transformed with a top-to-bottom renovation, offering true move-in-ready convenience. Inside, you'll find a bright, open layout with new flooring, fresh paint, and updated lighting throughout. The kitchen has been beautifully redone with modern cabinetry, sleek countertops, and updated appliances, making it perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The bathroom has also been fully refreshed with stylish finishes. Both bedrooms offer comfortable, inviting spaces filled with natural light. Outside, enjoy improved curb appeal and a detached garage for added storage and convenience. Located just minutes from downtown St. Joseph, local beaches, shopping, and dining, this turnkey home is a fantastic opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zacherl Realty Group

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Pascal Zacherl

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Last Buyer's Agent

Vita Zacherl

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,005

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,049 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 44 x. 93
  • Lake Front
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 997 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Michigan Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Window Unit Heating System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,005

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

4,049 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1920
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • General Property Info: Association YN: No
  • Driveway:Driveway: Paved
  • Mineral Rights:Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Sewer:Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Additional Items:Additional Items: Garage Door Opener
  • Water Heater:Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Water Fea Amenities:Water Fea Amenities: All Sports, Public Access 1 Mile or Less
  • SourceMLSURL: https://sourcemls.org/api/v1/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJTb3VyY2VTeXN0ZW1JRCI6IlQwMDAwMDAwNiIsIkxpc3RpbmdJRCI6IjI2MDE4MzM3IiwiU3RhbmRhcmRTdGF0dXMiOiJDbG9zZWQiLCJNb2RpZmljYXRpb25UaW1lc3RhbXAiOiIyMDI2LTA4LTEyVDEzOjU5OjQxLjAwMFoiLCJMaWNlbnNlZUlEIjoib2F1dGgyXzE0NjI5IiwiTGljZW5zZWVOYW1lIjoiSG9tZXMgUHJvIn0.XoOvybgU0l35CGNdWRx56wCiO4l9KL10On4C3tF2UWw/badge
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Range
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Garage Door Opener
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Michigan Basement
  • LivingArea: 997.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 607.0
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Features: Mud Room Access

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 300000.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Roofing:Roofing: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heat Source:Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heat Type:Heat Type: Hot Water

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.093
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 44 x. 93
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4049.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5005.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2024
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2021
Closed on
Jul 2, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Wortman Real Estate Group
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Green
Green Towne Coastal Realty
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$61,000
34.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,010
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 1996

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1995

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 1993

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 1992

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 1990

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1989
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $240,000 First American Title Ins Co
Sheriffs Deed $117,693 None Available
Warranty Deed $118,900 Mtc
Deed $74,900 Meridian Title Corp
Sheriffs Deed $84,390 --
Deed $30,000 --
Deed $100 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $107,010 Purchase Money Mortgage
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/08/2026 07/08/26 Sold $289,000 -3.7% $290 / Sq Ft
05/27/2026 05/27/26 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2026 04/28/26 For Sale $300,000 0.0% $301 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Off Market $1,950 -- --
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Rent $1,950 +2.6% --
08/03/2024 08/03/24 Rented $1,900 0.0% --
07/10/2024 07/10/24 For Rent $1,900 +26.7% --
12/20/2021 12/20/21 Rented -- -- --
12/02/2021 12/02/21 For Rent $1,500 0.0% --
07/02/2021 07/02/21 Sold $240,000 +34.1% $241 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/13/2021 06/13/21 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2021 06/11/21 For Sale $179,000 -- $180 / Sq Ft
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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 $5,138 $111,700 $0 $0
2025 $5,005 $143,300 $0 $0
2024 $4,902 $105,500 $0 $0
2023 $4,691 $92,300 $0 $0
2022 $4,474 $77,500 $0 $0
2021 $2,385 $69,500 $22,800 $46,700
2020 $2,353 $68,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,335 $62,100 $21,500 $40,600
2018 $2,296 $62,100 $0 $0
2017 $2,059 $60,800 $0 $0
2016 $2,059 $58,600 $0 $0
2015 $2,034 $55,400 $0 $0
2014 $1,938 $52,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 26018337

MichRIC

APN: 11-76-2320-0001-00-0

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