Discover the perfect blend of charm, space, and affordability with this delightful bungalow! Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and generous living areas, this home offers room to grow without breaking the bank. The full basement provides endless potential to create your dream space—add another bedroom, bathroom, or a cozy living area. Thoughtfully cared for, the home boasts recent upgrades, including a new well, newer roof, hot water heater, and electric panel, giving you peace of mind. Plus, the fully fenced yard is perfect for pets, play, or outdoor gatherings. Don't wait—schedule your private showing today and make this home yours!
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$148,000
280 Helmar Ct, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
2beds
740sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$161,100 Zestimate®
$200/sqft
$1,213 Estimated rent
Home value
$161,100
$137,000 - $188,000
$1,213/mo
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Listed by:
Van Homes Team 269-369-0948,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Anna Glassman, 6502432505
Glassman Real Estate
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25002963
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 10.00
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 5.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 9.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 170.5
- Dimensions: 15.50 x 11.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Replacement, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 740
- Total interior livable area: 740 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 73 x 90
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 110323100041005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fairplain Central Sub
Location
- Region: Benton Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $200/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $25,533
- Annual tax amount: $1,248
- Date on market: 1/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,MSHDA,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2025 | Sold | $148,000+5.7%$200/sqft |
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| 2/20/2025 | Pending sale | $139,999$189/sqft |
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| 1/29/2025 | Contingent | $139,999$189/sqft |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $139,999+7.7%$189/sqft |
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| 10/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/9/2023 | Listed for rent | $850$1/sqft |
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| 10/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/21/2023 | Price change | $129,999-7.1%$176/sqft |
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| 9/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $139,900$189/sqft |
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| 9/7/2023 | Contingent | $139,900$189/sqft |
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| 9/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $139,900$189/sqft |
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| 8/24/2023 | Contingent | $139,900$189/sqft |
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| 8/15/2023 | Price change | $139,900-6.7%$189/sqft |
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| 8/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $149,999$203/sqft |
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| 8/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $149,999+368.7%$203/sqft |
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| 1/10/2018 | Sold | $32,000-30.3%$43/sqft |
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| 9/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $45,900$62/sqft |
Source: Red Arrow Realty #17049432 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,309 +4.9% | $55,000 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $1,248 | $50,800 +88.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $26,900 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $1,233 | $24,600 +8.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $22,700 |
| 2020 | $1,120 -34.9% | $22,700 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $1,721 +47.8% | $21,700 -35.4% |
| 2018 | $1,165 +43.6% | $33,600 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $811 -30.3% | $33,200 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $1,164 +13.3% | $32,500 -2.1% |
| 2015 | $1,027 | $33,200 +10.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $30,000 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $29,400 -6.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $31,400 -10.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $35,000 +30.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $26,800 -14.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $31,300 +4.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $30,000 +6.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $28,200 -0.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $28,400 +4% |
| 2005 | -- | $27,300 +7.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $25,500 -5.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $27,000 -3.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $28,000 +10.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $25,300 |
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Neighborhood: Fair Plain
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