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Seller's Agent in 2025
David Censke
Unlimited Realty Service LLC
(269) 979-4931
3 in this area
77 Total Sales
85 Vale St Battle Creek, MI 49014
Post Franklin Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
860
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 0.2 Acre Lot
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Shed
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Bungalow
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of July 2025This home is located at 85 Vale St, Battle Creek, MI 49014 and is currently priced at $73,000, approximately $84 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 85 Vale St is a home located in Calhoun County with nearby schools including Verona Elementary School, Springfield Middle School, and Battle Creek Central High School.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Unlimited Realty Service LLC License #6501338336 Listed on: 05/13/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,237
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66 x 132
- Flag Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 860 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Range
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Shed
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 13, 2025
Closed on
Jul 24, 2025
Sold by
85 Vale Street Llc
Bought by
Wilson Shannon and Wilson Emmanuel
Seller's Agent
David Censke
Unlimited Realty Service LLC
Buyer's Agent
Brett Cosner
Jaqua REALTORS
List Price
$74,500
Sold Price
$73,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-2.01%
Views
39
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.02%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Outstanding Balance
$10,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Estimated Equity
$64,016
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 15, 2016
Closed on
Jun 9, 2016
Sold by
Blankenship Joan F and Blankenship Revocable T Joan F
Bought by
85 Vale Street Llc
Seller's Agent
Matthew Rogers
RE/MAX Perrett Associates
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Rogers
RE/MAX Perrett Associates
List Price
$24,900
Sold Price
$18,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-27.71%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.57%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2012
Sold by
Blankenship Joan F
Bought by
Blankenship Joan F and Blankenship Revocable T Joan F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 9, 2012
Sold by
Evans Candis Marie
Bought by
Blankenship Joan F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 2012
Sold by
Blankenship James G and Blankenship Joan F
Bought by
Blankenship James G and Blankenship Joan F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 2007
Sold by
Blankenship James G and Blankenship Joan
Bought by
Evans Candis
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,479
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 2006
Sold by
Blankenship Joan F and Estate Of Terry M Blankenship
Bought by
Blankenship James G and Blankenship Joan F
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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 | $73,000 | Ata National Title Group | |
| Warranty Deed | $73,000 | Ata National Title Group | |
| Warranty Deed | $18,000 | Attorneys Title Agency Sw Mi | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Land Contract | $25,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Land Contract | $35,562 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $10,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $10,000 | No Value Available | |
| Open | $61,300 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $61,300 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $15,000 | Seller Take Back | |
| Previous Owner | $1,479 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Sold | $73,000 | -2.0% | $85 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | For Sale | $74,500 | +313.9% | $87 / Sq Ft |
| 06/09/2016 06/09/16 | Sold | $18,000 | -27.7% | $21 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/15/2016 01/15/16 | For Sale | $24,900 | -- | $29 / 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 | -- | $26,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $859 | $21,573 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $900 | $19,444 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $640 | $15,620 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $855 | $13,182 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $837 | $13,349 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $857 | $13,304 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $857 | $12,942 | $660 | $12,282 |
| 2017 | $850 | $14,044 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $830 | $13,612 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $813 | $13,724 | $3,275 | $10,449 |
| 2014 | $813 | $12,654 | $3,275 | $9,379 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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David Censke
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Brett Cosner
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brett Cosner
Jaqua REALTORS
(269) 753-8078
5 in this area
103 Total Sales
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Matthew Rogers
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Seller's Agent in 2016
Matthew Rogers
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 441-5579
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25021502
APN: 1060-00-077-0
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