Welcome to 1523 Downey St - A Charming and Affordable Starter Home! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is perfect for first-time buyers or anyone looking to downsize. Ideally located just 10 minutes from Eastwood Towne Center, Downtown Lansing, and easy highway access, convenience is at your doorstep! Step inside to a bright and spacious living room filled with natural light. The eat-in kitchen comes equipped with all appliances and offers plenty of room for casual dining. Both bedrooms are located on the main floor along with a full bathroom. A versatile mudroom off the back leads out to a peaceful back deck, great for relaxing or entertaining. The full basement already has drywall and ceiling in place, offering an excellent opportunity to finish the space and add more living area. A large utility room includes a washer and dryer and can double as extra storage. Enjoy the outdoors in your private backyard and take advantage of the 2-car carport for covered parking. Don't miss out, schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $97,000
$97,000
1523 Downey St, Lansing, MI 48906
2beds
639sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$1,011 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
David E Nichols 517-285-6626,
EXP Realty, LLC,
Jeff Burke 517-204-3311,
EXP Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Brandon Start, 6501376516
Achieve Real Estate LLC
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 289528
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 89.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 9
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 75.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.6
Basement
- Level: Basement
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.5 x 10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 114.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 11.9
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 114.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 11.9
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 271.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.8 x 11.9
Utility room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 238.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.4 x 11.7
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,263
- Total interior livable area: 639 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 639
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Covered, Driveway, Paved
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial,Privacy,Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Dimensions: 45 x 124
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Foundation area: 624
- Parcel number: 33010105330242
- Zoning description: Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Lansing
- Subdivision: Oak Grove
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional,FHA,MSHDA
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/24/2026 | Price change | $145,000-2.7%$227/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Price change | $149,000-6.9%$233/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $160,000-5.3%$250/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,000+74.2%$264/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Sold | $97,000+2.1%$152/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Contingent | $95,000$149/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Price change | $95,000-4.9%$149/sqft |
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| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $99,900+233%$156/sqft |
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| 11/29/2016 | Sold | $30,000+0%$47/sqft |
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| 12/30/2015 | Listed for sale | $29,999$47/sqft |
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| 12/4/2015 | Pending sale | $29,999$47/sqft |
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| 12/4/2015 | Listed for sale | $29,999$47/sqft |
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| 10/14/2015 | Listing removed | $29,999$47/sqft |
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| 7/29/2015 | Price change | $29,999-24.8%$47/sqft |
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| 6/26/2015 | Price change | $39,900-20%$62/sqft |
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| 4/20/2015 | Listed for sale | $49,900-23.1%$78/sqft |
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| 3/16/2015 | Listing removed | $64,900$102/sqft |
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| 9/20/2014 | Listed for sale | $64,900-21.3%$102/sqft |
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| 8/5/2005 | Sold | $82,500+175%$129/sqft |
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| 3/22/2000 | Sold | $30,000$47/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,669 | $35,900 +8.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $33,100 +9.6% |
| 2022 | -- | $30,200 +7.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $28,100 +18.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $23,700 +8.2% |
| 2019 | $1,665 | $21,900 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,665 -30.2% | $21,500 |
| 2017 | $2,387 | $21,500 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $2,387 | $21,100 +3.9% |
| 2015 | $2,387 | $20,300 |
| 2014 | $2,387 | $20,300 -4.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $21,200 -7% |
| 2012 | -- | $22,800 -9.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,200 -11.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,600 -10.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $32,000 -9.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $35,300 -3.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $36,700 +43.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $25,600 +7.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,800 +15% |
| 2004 | -- | $20,700 +22.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $16,900 +8.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $15,600 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $15,100 +7.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $14,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Shady Oak
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cumberland SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Sheridan RoadGrades: PK,5-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10J.W. Sexton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cavanaugh School
- 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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