#25008980, Matt Mulder, Emily Birtles, Listing office: Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
Property details
About 1561 Canal St
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME. PARCEL 1: Nearly a half acre to build on (0.0495A) PARCEL 2:GOURDNECK LAKE Lot (0.115a) For your water activities. ALL SPORTS LAKE. Mailing Zip: Portage; Tax Municipality: Schoolcraft Twp; Schools: Vicksburg
Highlights
Home typeVacant Lot
StatusActive
Lot size0.61 Acres
MLS #25025173
WaterfrontLake Front
Summary
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- List Price: $130,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,016
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level, Cleared, Corner Lot
- Directions: Parcel 1: Portage Road & Canal Street. S. of E. Osterhout Ave. Parcel 2: Lakefront - GOURDNECK LAKE Lot Across from E. T Ave.
- Lot Size: 0.61 Acres
- MLS Number: 25025173
- Office Name: Michigan Real Estate LLC
- Office Phone: (810) 523-0459
- Listing Agent: Frances Johnson, ABR
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2020 | Home Sold | $63,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $31,000 | $1,016 |
| 2023 | $30,700 | $1,016 |
| 2022 | $29,900 | $1,073 |
| 2021 | $20,000 | $1,051 |
| 2020 | $25,400 | $1,016 |
| 2019 | $22,000 | $1,016 |
| 2018 | $22,000 | $- |
| 2017 | $19,100 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Lake Center Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•10011 Portage Rd
5
Sunset Lake Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.7 mi
•201 N Boulevard St
6
Central Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.9 mi
•8422 S Westnedge Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,985. Typical income of Portage, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Subaru
Cadillac
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1561 Canal St
The listing price of 1561 Canal St property is $130,000.
The property 1561 Canal St is land located in Portage, Michigan, 49002.
Active Listing: 1561 Canal St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1561 Canal St are: Lake Center Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sunset Lake Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portage Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Vicksburg Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Schoolcraft Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Portage Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Vicksburg Pathways High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Vicksburg High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,016 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 29, 2020 for $63,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 1561 Canal St is 0.61 acres.
This home is located at 1561 Canal St in Portage, MI and zip code 49002. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $130,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Portage, MI there were more than 16 sold above asking price, over 21 sold below and more than 15 were sold right at the asked price. Between May and June 2025, Portage, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 24.2%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 11 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $286,900.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.