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  • Price cut: $5.9K (8/14)
    $159,000

    1224 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48906

    4beds
    981sqft
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    $1,391/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1889
    5,662 Square Feet Lot
    $156,100 Zestimate®
    $162/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Versatile bonus spaceSpacious backyardFresh interior paintAbundant natural lightCovered front porchWi-fi-enabled thermostatUpdated bathrooms
    NEW PRICE!! $159,000! SELLER OPEN TO REASONABLE OFFERS! Come explore this charming 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home conveniently located within walking distance of Old Town Lansing's shops, restaurants, entertainment, and community events. The main floor offers two bedrooms, a full bath, an updated kitchen, and new vinyl flooring throughout. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, abundant natural light, and versatile bonus space ideal for a walk-in closet, home office, study nook, meditation area, or additional storage. With updates already completed and plenty of flexible living space, this home is ready for its next owner to make it their own. Schedule your showing and bring your offer! NEW PRICE! $159,000! SELLER OPEN TO REASONABLE OFFERS! Welcome to this charming traditional farmhouse-style home offering 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a covered front porch, and classic character, all within walking distance of Old Town Lansing's popular shops, restaurants, entertainment, and community events. The flexible floor plan features two main-floor bedrooms and a full bath, plus two additional bedrooms and a second full bath upstairs. A versatile bonus space offers plenty of possibilities for a home office, walk-in closet, reading or meditation nook, or additional storage. Numerous improvements were completed in 2026, including a remodeled kitchen with new cabinetry and appliances, updated bathrooms, new vinyl flooring throughout the main level, new carpet on the staircase and second floor, fresh interior paint, siding updates where needed, and a Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat compatible with a future central air system if desired. With many of the updates already completed, this home offers a great opportunity for its next owner to move in and make it their own. Enjoy the spacious backyard, flexible living space, and convenient location near Old Town Lansing. Schedule your private showing and bring your offer!
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    Listed by:

    Kirstin Cynthia Heard 517-977-7285,

    Oasis Realty 517-225-3815

    Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 296792MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: First
      • Area: 69 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 x 11.5
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 85 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8.5 x 10
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Dining room
      • Description: Kitchen/Combo
      • Level: First
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 x 12
      Kitchen
      • Description: Kitchen/Combo
      • Level: First
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 x 12
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 12
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
      • Basement: Michigan
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,663
      • Total interior livable area: 981 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 981
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street, Shared Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood
      Lot
      • Size: 5,662 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 33 x 165
      • Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Near Public Transit
      Details
      • Foundation area: 682
      • Parcel number: 33010109328012
      • Zoning description: Zoning

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1889

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Original of Lansing
      Location
      • Region: Lansing

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $162/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $37,200
      • Annual tax amount: $2,542
      • Date on market: 6/18/2026
      • Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional,FHA,MSHDA
      • Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved

        Estimated market value

        $156,100

        $148,000 - $164,000

        $1,537/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/14/2026Price change$159,000-3.6%$162/sqft
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        7/13/2026Price change$164,900-3%$168/sqft
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        6/18/2026Listed for sale$170,000+88.9%$173/sqft
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        8/14/2025Sold$90,000+1.1%$92/sqft
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        7/28/2025Pending sale$89,000$91/sqft
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        7/13/2025Contingent$89,000$91/sqft
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        7/8/2025Listed for sale$89,000+22.8%$91/sqft
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        9/13/2024Listing removed$1,325$1/sqft
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        8/4/2024Listed for rent$1,325+10.4%$1/sqft
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        9/11/2022Listing removed--
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        8/31/2022Price change$1,200+4.3%$1/sqft
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        8/28/2022Price change$1,150-4.2%$1/sqft
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        8/3/2022Listed for rent$1,200+50%$1/sqft
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        5/27/2022Sold$72,500-3.2%$74/sqft
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        4/7/2022Contingent$74,900$76/sqft
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        4/4/2022Listed for sale$74,900$76/sqft
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        4/17/2020Listing removed$800$1/sqft
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        4/3/2020Listed for rent$800+6.7%$1/sqft
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        3/3/2018Listing removed$750$1/sqft
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        3/1/2018Listed for rent$750$1/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,445 -2.3%$37,200 +9.7%
        2024$2,502 $33,900 +22.8%
        2023-- $27,600 +10.8%
        2022-- $24,900 +6.4%
        2021-- $23,400 +6.8%
        2020-- $21,900 +3.8%
        2019$1,536 $21,100 +3.4%
        2018$1,536 -5.3%$20,400
        2017$1,623 $20,400 +1.5%
        2016$1,623 $20,100 +3.1%
        2015$1,623 $19,500 -3.5%
        2014$1,623 $20,200 -1.9%
        2013-- $20,600 -9.3%
        2012-- $22,700 -8.1%
        2011-- $24,700 -10.5%
        2010-- $27,600 -8.3%
        2009-- $30,100 -7.4%
        2008-- $32,500 -0.6%
        2007-- $32,700 +3.5%
        2006-- $31,600 +18.8%
        2005-- $26,600 +20.4%
        2004-- $22,100
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Old Town

        Getting around

        88 / 100
        Very Walkable
        44 / 100
        Some Transit
        91 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: Lansing
        • District: 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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