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    217 Lester Ave, Dowagiac, MI 49047

    3beds
    2,584sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $108,000 Zestimate®
    $42/sqft
    $1,501 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $108,000

    $100,000 - $116,000

    $1,501/mo

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    What's special

    Additional attic spaceMain floor laundry hook-ups
    INVESTOR SPECIAL with IMMEDIATE INCOME POTENTIAL! This spacious duplex offers an excellent opportunity to expand your investment portfolio or begin your journey into income-producing real estate. While each unit needs updating they both provide a generous living area and main floor laundry hook-ups. One unit is currently tenant-occupied, providing immediate rental income, while the second unit offers the chance to add value with some TLC and updates to reach its full potential. Both water heaters have been replaced in the last few years. Each apartment is currently 1292 square feet. Each side offers additional attic space as well. Sellers are highly motivated. Property is being sold AS-IS, sellers will make no repairs. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities this duplex has to offer.

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    Listed by:

    Julie M Hammel 269-655-5405,

    RE/MAX Advantage

    Bought with:

    Crystal Heivilin, 6501380871

    Century 21 Affiliated

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26034937MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
    • Windows: Replacement
    • Basement: Michigan Basement
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,584
    • Total interior livable area: 2,584 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 125
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1416030028400
    • Zoning description: 401Res Improved

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Aluminum Siding
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1900

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Dowagiac

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $42/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $40,953
    • Annual tax amount: $2,460
    • Date on market: 7/9/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Unimproved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/31/2026Sold$107,500-2.2%$42/sqft
    Source: MichRIC #26034937 Report a problem
    7/20/2026Pending sale$109,900$43/sqft
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    7/9/2026Listed for sale$109,900+1044.8%$43/sqft
    Source: MichRIC #26034937 Report a problem
    2/11/2013Sold$9,600$4/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/5/2013Price change$9,600-15.8%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Anchor Real Estate #12024023 Report a problem
    9/26/2012Price change$11,400-13.6%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Anchor Real Estate #12024023 Report a problem
    6/13/2012Price change$13,200-12%$5/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Anchor Real Estate #12024023 Report a problem
    4/27/2012Listed for sale$15,000-86.9%$6/sqft
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    5/25/2010Sold$114,181+11.9%$44/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/6/2006Sold$102,000$39/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,416 +6.5%$79,300 +6.4%
    2024$2,268 +29.9%$74,500 +20.4%
    2023$1,746 $61,900 +14.2%
    2022-- $54,200 +14.8%
    2021$2,081 +1.9%$47,200 +5.4%
    2020$2,042 $44,800 +1.6%
    2019$2,042 +117.7%$44,100 +22.2%
    2018$938 +2.1%$36,100 +4.9%
    2017$919 +1.7%$34,400 +7.5%
    2016$903 $32,000 -3%
    2015-- $33,000 -12.5%
    2011-- $37,700 -19.3%
    2010-- $46,700
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    Neighborhood: 49047

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