Nestled on 4 picturesque acres in rural Benton Township, this well-built, one-owner brick ranch offers the perfect blend of country living and convenience. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the property provides ample space for gardening, outdoor recreation, a hobby farm, or simply enjoying the abundant wildlife and peaceful setting.
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$285,000
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
2beds
1,380sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
4.06 Acres Lot
$285,100 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$1,347 Estimated rent
Home value
$285,100
$271,000 - $299,000
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Well-built one-owner brick ranchPeaceful settingSurrounded by beautiful countrysideAmple space for gardeningAbundant wildlife
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Listed by:
Jill Ortlieb 269-491-2475,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
Bought with:
Juliana Meppelink, 6501456334
RE/MAX Lakeshore
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26030692
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,380
- Total interior livable area: 1,380 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4.06 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 1313 x 158 x irr
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 110300230014051
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Benton Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $207/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $118,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,711
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Sold | $285,000$207/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26030692 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $285,000$207/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26030692 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000$207/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26030692 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,781 +4.7% | $88,000 +16.7% |
| 2024 | $1,702 | $75,400 +3.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $73,000 +14.1% |
| 2022 | $1,509 | $64,000 +3.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $62,100 -0.3% |
| 2020 | $1,461 +1.2% | $62,300 +3.1% |
| 2019 | $1,443 +3.3% | $60,400 +15.3% |
| 2018 | $1,397 +2.4% | $52,400 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $1,364 +0.3% | $52,100 -3% |
| 2016 | $1,360 +89.1% | $53,700 +4.3% |
| 2015 | $719 | $51,500 +1.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $50,700 +10% |
| 2013 | -- | $46,100 +10.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $41,600 -7.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $44,900 +16% |
| 2010 | -- | $38,700 -40.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $64,800 +4.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $61,900 +6.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $58,200 -0.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $58,600 +4.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $56,300 +7% |
| 2004 | -- | $52,600 +11% |
| 2003 | -- | $47,400 +4.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,400 -5.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $48,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49022
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- NADiscovery Enrichment CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 3.9 mi
- 2/10Fair Plain Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 2/10Benton Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
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