Welcome to this gorgeous, spacious ranch home offering 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, highlighted by hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and a welcoming fireplace. Main-floor laundry/mudroom adds everyday convenience, while the beautifully remodeled kitchen (2017) features quartz countertops and modern finishes. Sliding doors in the living room, dining area, and primary bedroom open to a wraparound deck where you can relax and enjoy scenic views of Palmer Lake. Numerous updates in the past five years include a new furnace, central air, metal roof, living room slider, microwave, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The lower level expands your living space with an additional family room, bar area, fourth bedroom, half bath, generous storage, and a second garage area—perfect for hobbies or extra vehicles. Outside, the wraparound deck and 24x36 pole building provide ample space for entertaining, storage, or recreation. A wonderful blend of comfort, functionality, and beautiful lake views!
Sold
$315,000
229 Palmer Ave, Colon, MI 49040
4beds
2,370sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.3 Acres Lot
$321,700 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$2,506 Estimated rent
Home value
$321,700
$241,000 - $428,000
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Welcoming fireplaceModern finishesFourth bedroomWraparound deckSecond garage areaHardwood floorsBeautiful lake views
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Listed by:
Laura Alva 269-625-4100,
RE/MAX Elite Group
Bought with:
Kathy M Earl, 6501299194
RE/MAX Elite Group
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25062981
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 13.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 9.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 11.00
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 8.00
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 5.00
Bathroom 3
- Description: 1/2 Bath
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 9.00
Bonus room
- Description: Bar Area
- Level: Basement
- Area: 253
- Dimensions: 23.00 x 11.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Family room
- Description: with fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 12.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 9.00
Laundry
- Description: Laundry/Mudroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 7.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 15.00
Living room
- Description: 2nd Living Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 16.00
Utility room
- Description: Utility Room & 2nd Garage Area
- Level: Basement
- Area: 644
- Dimensions: 23.00 x 28.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Replacement, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,509
- Total interior livable area: 2,370 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 104 x 126
- Features: Corner Lot, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Pole Barn
- Parcel number: 04106001200
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Colon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $60,998
- Annual tax amount: $2,522
- Date on market: 12/31/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/12/2026 | Sold | $315,000-6%$133/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Contingent | $335,000$141/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $335,000+112.2%$141/sqft |
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| 7/27/2017 | Sold | $157,900-1.3%$67/sqft |
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| 6/14/2017 | Pending sale | $159,900$67/sqft |
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| 5/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $159,900$67/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,455 +4.1% | $112,000 +14.1% |
| 2024 | $2,358 +1.7% | $98,200 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $2,318 | $90,700 +30.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $69,400 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $2,222 | $65,100 -5.5% |
| 2020 | -- | $68,900 +40.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $49,100 -2.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $50,300 +2.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $48,900 +3.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $47,200 -2.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $48,400 +23.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $39,100 -9.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $43,000 +2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $42,100 -37.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $67,800 -6.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $72,800 +19.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $61,000 +8.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $56,300 +8.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $52,100 -0.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $52,200 -0.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $52,300 |
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Neighborhood: 49040
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