212 S 3rd Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
What's special
Here's an opportunity that offers flexibility in a location with strong rental appeal. This property features a 2-bedroom, 1-bath main residence plus an attached 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, creating options for rental income, multi-generational living, a guest space, or a combination of both. The owners have made updates and consistently maintained the property, allowing the next owner to step in and make the most of its potential. With its convenient location near Ferris State University, the separate living spaces offer an attractive setup for those looking to generate additional income while owning a property of their own. Picture yourself living in the main home while the apartment helps offset your monthly expenses—or renting both spaces and adding a versatile property to your portfolio. Whether you're looking for your first investment, an income-producing property, or a home with room for additional possibilities, this one is worth a closer look.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Listing updated:
Mary Peacock 231-250-3355,
Peacock Real Estate 231-856-4456
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 82 x 135 x 80 x 134
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 541711457003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Big Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $118/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $42,362
- Annual tax amount: $4,014
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900+255.3%$118/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26053487 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2023 | Sold | $45,000$33/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2018 | Sold | $45,000+28.6%$33/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #18000593 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2017 | Sold | $35,000-46.2%$26/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $65,000+85.7%$48/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2012 | Sold | $35,000$26/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #11033716 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $35,000-36.9%$26/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Connection #11033716 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2005 | Sold | $55,500$41/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,476 +1780.7% | $67,000 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $238 -89% | $63,600 +19.3% |
| 2023 | $2,168 +5.6% | $53,300 +26.3% |
| 2022 | $2,054 | $42,200 +9.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $38,500 +7.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $35,900 +5.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $34,000 +4.9% |
| 2018 | -- | $32,400 -3% |
| 2017 | -- | $33,400 +2.8% |
| 2016 | -- | $32,500 +0.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $32,200 -4.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $33,800 -3.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $35,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $35,100 -13.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $40,700 +6.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,200 -2.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $39,200 +3.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $37,900 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$156,500
$149,000 - $164,000
$1,645/mo
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