Welcome to 1071 Lilac Ave in East Lansing, a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod located in the desirable Flowerpot Neighborhood. Licensed for a family or up to four unrelated occupants, this property is an excellent opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Currently leased for $2,900 per month through August 2027, it offers immediate rental income in a prime location close to Michigan State University, an elementary school, shopping, and major highways. This well-cared-for home features beautiful hardwood floors and a functional layout with two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, along with the living room, kitchen, and dining area. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, and the convenience of second-floor laundry. Recent updates include a new sewer line and driveway (2018), fresh exterior paint (2020), a new furnace (2021), a new shed (2023), plus newer washer, dryer, and dishwasher. Situated on a double lot, the property also offers the potential to split the second parcel and build an additional home, subject to East Lansing approval, creating an outstanding opportunity for future development or added value. Whether you're looking for a turnkey investment or a well-maintained home with exceptional potential, this property offers a rare combination of location, flexibility, and long-term opportunity.
Pending
$349,900
1071 Lilac Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823
4beds
1,128sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,913/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.25 Acres Lot
$355,900 Zestimate®
$310/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Second-floor laundryBeautiful hardwood floorsDouble lotDining areaFunctional layout
- 25 days |
- 758 |
- 52 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Morgan Meredith 517-505-1422,
Keller Williams Realty Lansing 517-853-1200
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 297319
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 149.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 11.9
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 175.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 138.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 70.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.4 x 8.4
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 115.02 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 7.1
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,012
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,128
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front door
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 165
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Foundation area: 884
- Parcel number: 33200124107002
- Zoning description: Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lilac Lawn
Location
- Region: East Lansing
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $310/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $100,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,581
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
- Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional,FHA,MSHDA
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$355,900
$338,000 - $374,000
$2,039/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Pending sale | $349,900$310/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+70.7%$310/sqft |
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| 10/20/2024 | Listing removed | $2,900$3/sqft |
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| 10/5/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,900+11.5%$3/sqft |
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| 10/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,600+4%$2/sqft |
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| 10/22/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/1/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 11/18/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/4/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,500+19%$2/sqft |
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| 3/17/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/29/2018 | Sold | $205,000+62.7%$182/sqft |
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| 10/16/2017 | Listing removed | $2,100$2/sqft |
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| 10/12/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,100$2/sqft |
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| 1/21/2009 | Sold | $126,000$112/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,316 +6.6% | $100,400 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $5,927 | $96,200 +9.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $87,700 +12.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $77,700 +2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $75,600 |
| 2020 | -- | $75,600 -7.2% |
| 2019 | $5,673 | $81,500 +3% |
| 2018 | $5,673 | $79,100 +1.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $78,200 +8% |
| 2015 | -- | $72,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $72,400 +5.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $68,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $68,900 -0.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $69,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $69,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $69,100 -0.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $69,700 +5% |
| 2007 | -- | $66,400 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $65,100 +5% |
| 2005 | -- | $62,000 +14.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $54,100 +6.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $50,900 +4.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $48,500 +5% |
| 2001 | -- | $46,200 +5% |
| 2000 | -- | $44,000 |
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Neighborhood: Red Cedar
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Red Cedar SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10MacDonald Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 9/10East Lansing High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: East Lansing
Source: Greater Lansing AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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