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#288783, Joseph Vitale, Listing office: Century 21 Affiliated
$409,900 List price
438 Bailey St East Lansing, MI 48823
$4,868
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,180 sqft
0.2 acres
$188 / sqft
House
Property details
About 438 Bailey St
Welcome to 438 Bailey, located on one of East Lansing's most sought-after tree-lined streets, this beautiful brick colonial sits on an extra-wide lot in the beloved Bailey neighborhood—just a short walk to downtown, MSU's campus, Hannah Community Center, and K-12 schools. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, the home offers timeless curb appeal and functional upgrades throughout. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors, a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, and a light-filled first-floor office with skylight and barn door privacy—perfect for working from home! The kitchen has been tastefully renovated with 42'' Cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, and smart use of space. Downstairs, the basement includes finished living space with egress windows, excellent storage, and a full waterproofing system already in place. Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms and a full bath featuring original tile with vintage character. Outside, enjoy a cozy backyard with deck, two-car garage, newer roof (2022), central air, tankless water heater, and more. A picture-perfect home in a walkable, connected neighborhoodthis one checks all the boxes for location, charm, and peace of mind.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,180 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1936
ParkingDetached, Driveway, Garage
MLS #288581
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas, Living Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Gas, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Driveway, Garage
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $409,900
- Price/SqFt: $188
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,018
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: GPS
- Year Built: 1936
- Living Area: 2,180 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 288581
- MLS Name: Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS®
- Office Name: RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals
- Office Phone: (517) 339-8255
- Office Email: alex@remaxlansing.com
- Listing Agent: Rooted Real Estate Of Greater Lansing
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 09, 2022 | Home Sold | $370,000 |
| Jul 19, 2016 | Home Sold | $250,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $183,200 | $- |
| 2023 | $166,800 | $7,018 |
| 2022 | $151,900 | $7,018 |
| 2021 | $144,100 | $7,018 |
| 2020 | $136,300 | $7,018 |
| 2019 | $130,200 | $7,674 |
| 2018 | $124,300 | $6,068 |
| 2017 | $121,500 | $6,068 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Glencairn School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•939 N Harrison Rd
6
Whitehills Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•621 Pebblebrook Ln
3
Donley Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•2961 E Lake Lansing Rd Bldg B
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 $19,343. Typical income of East Lansing, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
66%
<35k
22%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
76%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
7%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
69%
18-34 yrs old
15%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Symphony or Opera
Yoga/pilates
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Chico's
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Volvo
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Talk/Personality
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 438 Bailey St
The listing price of 438 Bailey St property is $409,900.
The property 438 Bailey St is a house located in East Lansing, Michigan, 48823.
Accepting Backup Offers: 438 Bailey St 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 438 Bailey St are: Glencairn School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Whitehills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Donley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Macdonald Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Post Oak School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mt Hope School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Lansing High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Great Lakes Learning Academy Middle School/High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Great Lakes Learning Academy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,018 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 9, 2022 for $370,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 438 Bailey St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 438 Bailey St is 2,180 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 438 Bailey St is 1936.
This home is located at 438 Bailey St in East Lansing, MI and zip code 48823. This 2,180 square foot home, which was built in 1936, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $409,900.
In May 2025 more than 26 listings in East Lansing, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 6 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 13 were sold below. The number of listings in East Lansing, MI increased by 16% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $309,633 and the average listing age was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.