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#289952, Melissa Wright, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty Lansing
Property details
About 838 May St
This four-bedroom home near downtown Lansing is move-in ready and absolutely massive. Sitting on a private lot that features a fenced-in backyard and a one-car garage, this home offers a new roof and a newer furnace. Providing a blank canvas for any need, this home not only includes four bedrooms, a spacious living room, and a sizeable kitchen, but also two full bathrooms, including a finished bathroom in the basement. This one absolutely will not last long! Schedule your showing today.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
Size1,378 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1876
ParkingDriveway
MLS #289413
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Range
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $109,900
- Price/SqFt: $79
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,873
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: N Penn to May St, house on left
- Year Built: 1876
- Living Area: 1,378 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 289413
- MLS Name: Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS®
- Office Name: Trubrook, LLC
- Office Phone: (517) 974-1291
- Office Email: jamie@trubrook.com
- Listing Agent: Jamie Fox
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 02, 2011 | Home Sold | $15,000 |
| Mar 13, 2006 | Home Sold | $85,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $53,500 | $2,873 |
| 2023 | $45,900 | $2,544 |
| 2022 | $41,200 | $2,544 |
| 2021 | $37,500 | $2,544 |
| 2020 | $34,700 | $2,471 |
| 2019 | $32,700 | $2,331 |
| 2018 | $31,200 | $2,220 |
| 2017 | $30,200 | $2,220 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Pattengill School
Public Magnet PK-6
0.9 mi
•815 N Fairview Ave
1
Gier Park School
Public District PK-3
1.3 mi
•401 E Gier St
5
Willow School
Public District PK-4
1.5 mi
•1012 W Willow St
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 $37,391. Residents of Lansing, MI typically earn less than $<35k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
47%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
58%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
24%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
38%
18-34 yrs old
28%
35-64 yrs old
2%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Pro Boxing- UFC
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Burlington
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Popeyes
Burger King
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Dodge
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 838 May St
The listing price of 838 May St property is $109,900.
The property 838 May St is a house located in Lansing, Michigan, 48906.
Accepting Backup Offers: 838 May 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 838 May St are: Pattengill School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gier Park School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Willow School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Midmichigan Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Post Oak School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sheridan Road (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Eastern High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jw Sexton High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Lansing High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,873 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 2, 2011 for $15,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 838 May St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 838 May St is 1,378 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 838 May St is 1876.
This home is located at 838 May St in Lansing, MI and zip code 48906 in the Eastside neighborhood. This 1,378 square foot home, which was built in 1876, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $109,900.
In June 2025 more than 109 listings in Lansing, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 27 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 46 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Lansing, MI decreased by 0.8% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 14 days, the median list price was $160,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.