#20240073083, Ali Nasser, Listing Office: Keller Williams Legacy
701 Center Ave Bay City, MI 48708
Property details
About 701 Center Ave
Welcome to 701 Center Ave, a historic Second Empire home built in 1876 by James Shearer and his wife, Margaret. This property is rich in charm and character. The building offers 16 updated apartments, including 5 one-bedrooms, 1 two-bedroom, and 10 studios. Architectural details include a grand staircase, intricate plasterwork, and multiple fireplaces. Modern amenities include off-street parking, an in-house laundry facility, and efficient boiler heating. The owner covers gas, water, and sewer. Recent updates include a new roof, resealed and painted windows, new gutter system, plus so much more. With its prime location and unique character, 701 Center Ave presents a strong opportunity for repositioning to maximize financial return, whether through long or short-term rentals. Located juststeps from Bay City's vibrant downtown, enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainmentan incredible opportunity to own a piece of history!
Highlights
Summary
- MLS Number: 65025008700
- MLS Name: Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS
- Office Name: Keller Williams GR North
- Office Phone: (616) 447-9100
- Listing Agent: Drew Denham
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Feb 07, 2024 | Home Sold | $965,000 |
Nov 12, 2021 | Home Sold | $560,000 |
Sep 16, 2015 | Home Sold | $210,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $287,150 | $26,938 |
2023 | $231,900 | $13,179 |
2022 | $181,050 | $- |
2021 | $87,850 | $- |
2020 | $89,300 | $4,512 |
2019 | $69,500 | $4,535 |
2018 | $67,050 | $4,507 |
2017 | $68,200 | $4,507 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Washington Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•1821 McKinley St
5
Kolb Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•305 W Crump St
6
Hampton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•1908 W Youngs Ditch Rd
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 $21,122. The majority of Bay City, MI residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
Similar homes for sale
This home is located at 701 Center Ave in Bay City, MI and zip code 48708. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $875,000.
Bay City, MI housing market in February 2025 saw over 7 listings sold above listed price, more than 10 sold at listed price and over 28 sold below. The number of listings in Bay City, MI decreased by 4.1% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $141,357 and the average listing age was 41 days.