$139,900

156 Western Ave Benton Harbor, MI 49022

$1,661
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,256 sqft
0.5 acres
$111 / sqft
House

Property details

About 156 Western Ave

Offering a wonderful 2 to 3 bedroom home in a great St. Joe Township location. This classic bungalow on Western Avenue features a huge enclosed front porch with tall windows all around, high ceilings, a fireplace, a formal dining room, an enormous basement,and more. The extra deep back yard is like a beautiful park with shrubs and trees all around. There's also a nice room on the back side of the house with lots of windows that had previously been used as a main floor laundry and could possibly serve as a third bedroom. Must see to appreciate the charachter, charm, and warmth of this most desirable property. You're gonna like this house! Don''t miss this opportunity. Call today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size1,256 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.48 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #69024036942
FireplaceLiving Room

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $139,900
  • Price/SqFt: $111
  • Annual Tax Amount: $960
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From intersection of Napier & Colfax. North on Colfax, West (left) on Western, to address on South (left) side of Western.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,256 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.48 Acres
  • MLS Number: 69024036942
  • MLS Name: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS
  • Office Name: Sunrise Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (269) 927-1655
  • Listing Agent: Brian Brant

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156 Western Ave

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$53,000$960
2023$41,100$916
2022$38,900$877
2021$41,400$818
2020$41,100$793
2019$34,700$793
2018$34,700$725
2017$33,700$702

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Fair Plain East Elementary School

Public District 4-5

1.1 mi

1995 Union Ave

7

Lincoln School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

1102 Orchard Ave

7

Brown School

Public District PK-5

2.9 mi

2027 Brown School Rd

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 $44,063. Most Benton Harbor, MI residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

35%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
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?

43%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • DillardsDillards
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • HyundaiHyundai
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 156 Western Ave

The listing price of 156 Western Ave property is $139,900.

The property 156 Western Ave is a house located in Benton Harbor, Michigan, 49022.

Active Listing: 156 Western Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 156 Western Ave are: Fair Plain East Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lincoln School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brown School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fair Plain Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Benton Harbor Charter School Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Benton Harbor High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Career and Alternative Pathways to Education Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), St. Joseph High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $960 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 156 Western Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 156 Western Ave is 1,256 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 156 Western Ave is 1920.

This home is located at 156 Western Ave in Benton Harbor, MI and zip code 49022. This 1,256 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2024 and is currently priced at $139,900.

Benton Harbor, MI housing market in April 2025 saw over 6 listings sold above listed price, more than 6 sold at listed price and over 17 sold below. The number of listings in Benton Harbor, MI increased by 22.9% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 59 days, the median list price was $180,000.

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

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