$265,000

1511 Lake Ave Portage, MI 49002

$3,147
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,422 sqft
0.3 acres
$186 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1511 Lake Ave

Come check out this nice portage home close to west lake. This home offers 3 bedrooms 1.5 bath with partially finished basement. Fenced in backyard, also has a 100-amp Generac transfer switch, new water heater, new bath vanity and faucet, fresh paint and newer doors. Many newly updates thru out. Call me today for a private showing or to get pre approved!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Size1,422 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.25 Acres
Year built1958
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Paved
MLS #66025017195
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • List Price: $265,000
  • Price/SqFt: $186
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,848
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: head south on lovers lane, turn east onto lake ave. house on left about 1/2 mile
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,422 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.25 Acres
  • MLS Number: 66025017195
  • MLS Name: Greater Kalamazoo Association of REALTORS
  • Office Name: Elite Realty Group
  • Office Phone: (269) 903-8400
  • Listing Agent: Justin M Lennon

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1511 Lake Ave, Portage, MI 49002 - ranch-style home featuring a garage and driveway

$265,000

1511 Lake Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 23, 2020
Home Sold
$103,000
Feb 21, 2014
Home Sold
$103,000
Dec 01, 2009
Home Sold
$41,200

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$87,200$2,848
2023$72,800$2,848
2022$66,300$2,848
2021$67,600$2,848
2020$65,800$2,848
2019$65,300$2,737
2018$49,200$-
2017$48,000$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Central Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

8422 S Westnedge Ave

7

Lake Center Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

10011 Portage Rd

4

Woodland Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.1 mi

1401 Woodland Dr

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 $61,387. The most common annual income of people living in Portage, MI is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
71%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • MotocrossMotocross

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • GameStopGameStop

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • Contemporary ChristianContemporary Christian
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1511 Lake Ave

The listing price of 1511 Lake Ave property is $265,000.

The property 1511 Lake Ave is a house located in Portage, Michigan, 49002.

Active Listing: 1511 Lake Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1511 Lake Ave are: Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lake Center Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Woodland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Portage Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Oakland Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portage North Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Portage Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Portage Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Portage Northern High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,848 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 23, 2020 for $103,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1511 Lake Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1511 Lake Ave is 1,422 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1511 Lake Ave is 1958.

This home is located at 1511 Lake Ave in Portage, MI and zip code 49002. This 1,422 square foot home, which was built in 1958, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Portage, MI there were more than 19 sold above asking price, over 19 sold below and more than 7 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Portage, MI increased by 12.6% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 27 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $289,591 during the same period.

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

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