Redfin is joining Rocket

Discover how we're simplifying your journey home.

$4,650,000

1525 Bacon Ave Portage, MI 49002

9.8 acres
Multi-Family

Property details

About 1525 Bacon Ave

MOXIE Real Estate + Development is pleased to exclusively offer Lakewood Apartments for sale. This well-maintained property boasts an attractive unit mix with the majority of units already renovated, offering a blend of stability and potential for continued growth. With substantial capital improvements, the property is primed for long-term success. Key features include: renovated Units, additional revenue stream by implementing RUBS/utility bill back program and renting storage the lockers. Rents are well below market. With almost 10 acers, there is a future development opportunity, with a possibility of incentives for future expansion. Lakewood Apartments represents a solid investment opportunity with significant upside potential. For more information, please contact MOXIE.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingHot Water, Radiant
StatusActive
Lot size9.84 Acres
Year built1978
MLS #25012313

Summary

  • Basement: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant
  • List Price: $4,650,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $47,100
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: US 131 to D Ave, head South to Bacon Ave and West to Lakewood Apartments
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 9.84 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25012313
  • Office Name: MOXIE Real Estate + Development
  • Office Phone: (616) 890-7794
  • Listing Agent: Daniel Kolp, Shawn Jacobs

Broker Reciprocity Disclaimer: Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor this broker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program of MichRIC, LLC. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than this broker are marked with the BR logo and detailed information includes the name of the listing broker. Copyright 2025 Grand Rapids Association of REALTORS® / Copyright © MichRIC, LLC. / MLS Exchange Inc. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/23/2025, 7:40:33 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 10, 2017
Home Sold
$1,925,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,124,600$47,100
2023$1,033,200$47,100
2022$1,033,200$47,100
2021$1,035,900$47,100
2020$890,700$47,100
2019$767,900$36,340
2018$752,600$-
2017$728,800$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Lake Center Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

10011 Portage Rd

6

Central Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.8 mi

8422 S Westnedge Ave

6

Tobey Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.1 mi

8551 Long Lake Dr E

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 $81,080. The majority of Portage, MI residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type 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?

17%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

29%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Old NavyOld Navy
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • ArbysArbys

What do the neighbors drive?

  • GMCGMC
  • LincolnLincoln
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

Frequently asked questions

About 1525 Bacon Ave

The listing price of 1525 Bacon Ave property is $4,650,000.

The property 1525 Bacon Ave is a multi located in Portage, Michigan, 49002.

Active Listing: 1525 Bacon Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1525 Bacon Ave are: Lake Center Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Tobey Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portage Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Portage West Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Oakland Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portage Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Portage Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Vicksburg Pathways High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $47,100 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 10, 2017 for $1,925,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1525 Bacon Ave is 1978.

This home is located at 1525 Bacon Ave in Portage, MI and zip code 49002. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,650,000.

While more than 16 listings in Portage, MI in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 15 listings sold at asking price, and more than 21 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Portage, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 24.2%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 11 days, the median list price was $286,900.

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

More resources