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$228,000

229 Helen St Alpena, MI 49707

3 beds
2 full
House

Property details

About 229 Helen St

Bigger Than It Looks! This wonderful ranch style home offers 1640 sq ft PLUS partially finished basement! Main floor includes efficient kitchen, spacious dining room, family room w/gas fireplace, living room w/gas fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & stackable washer/dryer. Need more room? Don't forget the partially finished basement for those messy projects or extra living space for a growing family.... And the fenced yard is wonderful with plenty of shade, a deck & patio area, and room for that hot tub or pool you've been wanting! This home has been nicely maintained featuring 2021 central air, 2016/17 roof & furnace, 2019 water heater, and an extra wide driveway for your vehicles. Some HW Floors under carpet, Super location near schools and immediate occupancy waiting for you!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Year built1954
ParkingGarage Door Opener
MLS #201835880
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceGas

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan, Drapes, Doorwall
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Garage Door Opener
  • Exterior: Deck, Fence, Landscaped, Patio/Porch
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $228,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,153
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Between Third & Fourth Ave.
  • Year Built: 1954
  • MLS Number: 201835880
  • MLS Name: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®
  • Office Name: Banner Realty
  • Office Phone: (989) 356-1177
  • Office Email: info@bannerrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Lisa Timm

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$71,300$2,153
2023$60,800$2,050
2022$53,100$1,992
2021$49,900$1,866
2020$47,200$1,511
2019$44,800$1,462
2018$42,900$1,392
2017$39,900$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Ella M White School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

201 N Ripley Blvd

3

Lincoln Community School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

309 W Lake St

5

Besser Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.1 mi

375 Wilson St

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 $28,506. Residents of Alpena, MI typically earn less than $<35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

61%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

55%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 229 Helen St

The listing price of 229 Helen St property is $228,000.

The property 229 Helen St is a house located in Alpena, Michigan, 49707.

Active Listing: 229 Helen St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 229 Helen St are: Ella M White School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln Community School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Besser Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Thunder Bay Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Alpena High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Oxbow Aces Academyalternative (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Posen Consolidated High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,153 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 229 Helen St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The year of construction for 229 Helen St is 1954.

This home is located at 229 Helen St in Alpena, MI and zip code 49707. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $228,000.

Over 8 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Alpena, MI. In the same period over 13 listings were sold below the listed price and 6 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Alpena, MI increased by 19.2% between May and June 2025.

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

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