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$550,000

1480 Nelson Rd Saint Joseph, MI 49085

3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,551 sqft
0.7 acres
$216 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1480 Nelson Rd

Welcome to this meticulously maintained solid brick ranch, perfectly situated on a spacious 3/4-acre lot in a desirable neighborhood with top-rated schools. This home features charming curb appeal with mature landscaping and a long driveway leading to a large 3-car garage. Inside, you'll find timeless quality and generous living space, complemented by a full basement ready for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Located just minutes from downtown, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of privacy, space, and convenience. Ready to move in & enjoy! WELCOME HOME!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Backup)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,551 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.73 Acres
Year built1997
ParkingAttached, Concrete, Garage Faces Front
MLS #69025027167
Attached garage3 spaces

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Concrete, Garage Faces Front
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $550,000
  • Price/SqFt: $215
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,152
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Washington to Nelson Rd west to home on south side
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,551 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.73 Acres
  • MLS Number: 69025027167
  • MLS Name: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS
  • Office Name: Cressy & Everett Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (269) 429-6666
  • Listing Agent: Judith A Murray

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$283,100$6,152
2023$224,900$5,862
2022$200,700$5,667
2021$191,400$5,306
2020$193,600$5,084
2019$177,400$4,996
2018$177,400$4,826
2017$174,300$4,846

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Brown School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

2027 Brown School Rd

5

Stewart Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.1 mi

2750 Orchard Ln

7

Lincoln School

Public District PK-5

2.3 mi

1102 Orchard Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $76,232. Typical income of Saint Joseph, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

25%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
31%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LincolnLincoln
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1480 Nelson Rd

The listing price of 1480 Nelson Rd property is $550,000.

The property 1480 Nelson Rd is a house located in Saint Joseph, Michigan, 49085.

Accepting Backup Offers: 1480 Nelson Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 1480 Nelson Rd are: Brown School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Stewart Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Upton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fair Plain Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lakeshore Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), St. Joseph High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Benton Harbor High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lakeshore High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,152 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1480 Nelson Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1480 Nelson Rd is 2,551 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1480 Nelson Rd is 1997.

This home is located at 1480 Nelson Rd in Saint Joseph, MI and zip code 49085. This 2,551 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.73 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $550,000.

In June 2025 more than 5 listings in Saint Joseph, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 10 were sold below. The number of listings in Saint Joseph, MI increased by 3.9% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 17 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $280,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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