Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath gem in coveted Fairplain. Refinished hardwood floors guide you through the bedrooms and hallway, while brand-new, low-maintenance LVP grounds the spacious living room in modern style. Partially finished basement offers plenty of room to spread out. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer roof and upgraded electrical service, then step outside to a large, fully fenced yard--perfect for pets, play, and outdoor entertaining. A true bonus, the 2-car garage offers ample space for vehicles, hobbies, and extra storage. With its bright, open layout and unbeatable location close to parks, shopping, and commuter routes, this move-in-ready home delivers the ideal blend of classic charm and thoughtful updates. Your Fairplain retreat is ready to welcome you!
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$259,000
244 Downey Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
3beds
2,208sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$262,900 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$2,286 Estimated rent
Home value
$262,900
$229,000 - $302,000
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Large fully fenced yardPartially finished basementRefinished hardwood floorsNewer roofBrand-new low-maintenance lvpBright open layout
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Listed by:
Brian Waite 269-759-9754,
RE/MAX by the Lake
Bought with:
Michael R Campbell Jr, 6501343233
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26009673
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 15.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 22.00 x 16.00
Recreation
- Level: Lower
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 14.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,472
- Total interior livable area: 2,208 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 736
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 76 x 130
Details
- Parcel number: 111854000028001
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Benton Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $117/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $88,432
- Annual tax amount: $1,532
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $259,000-4%$117/sqft |
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| 4/12/2026 | Contingent | $269,900$122/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,900+82.4%$122/sqft |
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| 4/8/2021 | Sold | $148,000+6.9%$67/sqft |
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| 6/15/2011 | Sold | $138,500-7.6%$63/sqft |
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| 2/16/2011 | Listed for sale | $149,900-4.5%$68/sqft |
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| 12/14/2010 | Listing removed | $156,900$71/sqft |
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| 6/12/2010 | Listed for sale | $156,900+5.7%$71/sqft |
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| 3/13/2007 | Sold | $148,500+2.5%$67/sqft |
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| 10/20/2004 | Sold | $144,900$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,073 -3.3% | $120,600 +12% |
| 2024 | $4,214 | $107,700 +30.1% |
| 2023 | -- | $82,800 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $3,162 | $77,800 -6.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $83,000 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $1,734 +2.4% | $82,000 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $1,694 +4.4% | $76,000 +10% |
| 2018 | $1,623 +2.8% | $69,100 -0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,579 +0.3% | $69,600 -0.4% |
| 2016 | $1,575 +53.6% | $69,900 +13.8% |
| 2015 | $1,026 | $61,400 +2.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $60,000 -3.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $62,100 +6.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $58,500 -9.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $64,700 +7.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $60,000 -11.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $67,700 +1% |
| 2008 | -- | $67,000 -0.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $67,400 -1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $68,400 +3.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $66,100 +28.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $51,400 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $47,700 +4.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,600 +7% |
| 2001 | -- | $42,600 |
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Neighborhood: Fair Plain
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