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$165,000

236 Helmar Ct Benton Harbor, MI 49022

3 beds
2 full
1,160 sqft
0.3 acres
$142 / sqft
House

Property details

About 236 Helmar Ct

Ready to purchase your new starter home? We invite you to check out this lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home located in the heart of Benton Harbor. Your family will enjoy the cozy comfort you will feel with the addition of an entire new bedroom and bath. A wonderful walk in sit in bath tub will make the nights a joy. Summertime in your huge backyard will be great for the kiddos and family barbeques! Schedule an appointment today so you can see the wonderful updates and upgrades made to your new home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
Size1,160 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.3 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingOne Car Garage, Detached
MLS #20251004813

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: One Car Garage, Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $165,000
  • Price/SqFt: $142
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,994
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Take Napier Ave To Broadway, head North To Helmar Ct
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Living Area: 1,160 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.3 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20251004813
  • MLS Name: Realcomp II Ltd
  • Office Name: DK Caldwell Real Estate Professionals LLC
  • Office Phone: (248) 747-2981
  • Listing Agent: Dwala Burk

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 20, 2021
Home Sold
$119,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$57,800$1,994
2023$60,500$1,928
2022$58,200$2,264
2021$58,400$2,850
2020$59,300$2,817
2019$45,500$2,743
2018$45,500$2,688
2017$44,900$2,613

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Fair Plain East Elementary School

Public District 4-5

0.8 mi

1995 Union Ave

7

Lincoln School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

1102 Orchard Ave

1

International Academy at Hull

Public District 1-3

3.0 mi

1716 Territorial 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 $20,581. Typical income of Benton Harbor, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

66%
<35k
28%
35k-100k
6%
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?

45%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 236 Helmar Ct

The listing price of 236 Helmar Ct property is $165,000.

The property 236 Helmar Ct is a house located in Benton Harbor, Michigan, 49022.

Accepting Backup Offers: 236 Helmar Ct is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 236 Helmar Ct are: Fair Plain East Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lincoln School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), International Academy at Hull (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), 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 $1,994 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 20, 2021 for $119,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 236 Helmar Ct has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 236 Helmar Ct is 1,160 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 236 Helmar Ct is 1950.

This home is located at 236 Helmar Ct in Benton Harbor, MI and zip code 49022. This 1,160 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.30 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.

Over 7 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Benton Harbor, MI. In the same period over 13 listings were sold below the listed price and 1 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Benton Harbor, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.3%. Listings spent 25 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $185,000 during the same period.

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

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