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  • Price cut: $5K (7/1)
    $160,000

    117 Helen Ave, Otsego, MI 49078

    2beds
    1,014sqft
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    $1,143/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $158/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Recently remodeled homeCompletely renovated bathroomMain floor laundry roomSpacious upper-level bedroom
    Build equity instead of paying rent with this affordable Otsego home offering flexible land contract terms. Owner financing available with as little as $10,000 down and estimated payments under $1,500 per month, including taxes and insurance. This recently remodeled home features 2 bedrooms, including a spacious upper-level bedroom with an additional landing area perfect for an office, reading nook, or flex space. The main floor offers a second bedroom, updated living areas with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, a completely renovated bathroom, main floor laundry room, and updated plumbing throughout the home. Whether you're a first-time buyer, self-employed, or looking for an alternative to traditional financing, this property provides a rare opportunity to own a home and start building equity right away. Don't miss your chance to make homeownership a reality in the growing community of Otsego.
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    Listed by:

    Zac L Folsom 269-370-1085,

    NextHome ONE of Kalamazoo 269-220-0430

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26028167MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
      • Windows: Replacement
      • Basement: Michigan Basement
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,014
      • Total interior livable area: 1,014 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 90*67
      Details
      • Parcel number: 5425004000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Farmhouse
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Otsego

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $158/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $28,094
      • Annual tax amount: $1,749
      • Date on market: 6/10/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan,Contract,Conventional

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/6/2026Pending sale$160,000$158/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26028167 Report a problem
        7/1/2026Price change$160,000-3%$158/sqft
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        6/10/2026Listed for sale$165,000+323.1%$163/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26028167 Report a problem
        12/22/2025Sold$39,000-34.9%$38/sqft
        Source: MiRealSource #50194959 Report a problem
        12/3/2025Pending sale$59,900$59/sqft
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        11/24/2025Listed for sale$59,900+49.8%$59/sqft
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        1/9/2020Sold$40,000+334.8%$39/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/8/2015Listing removed$650$1/sqft
        Source: Kyle Bird Report a problem
        12/2/2015Listed for rent$650$1/sqft
        Source: Kyle Bird Report a problem
        3/4/2015Listing removed$650$1/sqft
        Source: Kyle Bird Report a problem
        2/28/2015Listed for rent$650$1/sqft
        Source: Kyle Bird Report a problem
        2/12/2014Sold$9,200-28.7%$9/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/21/2013Price change$12,900-27.9%$13/sqft
        Source: Advanced Real Estate Services #13056642 Report a problem
        11/27/2013Price change$17,900-10.1%$18/sqft
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        11/13/2013Price change$19,900-20.1%$20/sqft
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        9/26/2013Listed for sale$24,900-56%$25/sqft
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        1/4/2013Sold$56,574-24.6%$56/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/27/2011Listing removed$74,999$74/sqft
        Source: Five Star Real Estate #10035076 Report a problem
        7/30/2010Listed for sale$74,999+1.4%$74/sqft
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        11/3/2005Sold$74,000+70.8%$73/sqft
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        8/29/2002Sold$43,330$43/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,691 +4.6%$42,800 +16.9%
        2024$1,616 $36,600 +14%
        2023-- $32,100 +25.4%
        2022-- $25,600 +9.9%
        2021-- $23,300 +12.6%
        2020-- $20,700 +11.3%
        2019$926 +2.2%$18,600 +19.2%
        2018$906 $15,600 -8.8%
        2017-- $17,100 +22.1%
        2016-- $14,000
        2015-- $14,000 -6.7%
        2014$893 $15,000 -20.6%
        2013$893 $18,900 +2.7%
        2012-- $18,400 -7.1%
        2011-- $19,800 -4.3%
        2010-- $20,700 -9.6%
        2009-- $22,900 -7.3%
        2008-- $24,700 -4.3%
        2007-- $25,800 -1.9%
        2006-- $26,300 +3.1%
        2005-- $25,500 +4.5%
        2004-- $24,400 +4.3%
        2003-- $23,400 +0.4%
        2002-- $23,300 +8.9%
        2001-- $21,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 49078

        Getting around

        50 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        35 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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