Welcome to 516 N Michigan Avenue! This charming two-story home offers nearly 1,500 square feet of living space and presents an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors. Conveniently located near Ferris State University, the property is well-suited as a primary residence or rental investment. Situated on a spacious lot, the home features a rare oversized three-stall garage, providing ample space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy a prime location within walking distance of Big Rapids Middle School, Hemlock Park, and the Muskegon River, while also being just minutes from downtown Big Rapids. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or your next investment property, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Schedule your private tour today and discover the potential of 516 N Michigan Avenue!
Pending
Price cut: $10K (7/14)
$159,000
516 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
4beds
1,481sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.28 Acres Lot
$155,200 Zestimate®
$107/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-story homeRare oversized three-stall garageSpacious lot
- 25 days |
- 1,099 |
- 80 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chadwick W Jurgens 616-291-3342,
Apex Realty Group 616-277-1463
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26031445
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Michigan Basement,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,481
- Total interior livable area: 1,481 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 120
- Features: Level, Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 541711306004
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Big Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $107/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $56,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,917
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$155,200
$147,000 - $163,000
$1,501/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2026 | Pending sale | $159,000$107/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26031445 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $159,000-5.9%$107/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26031445 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,000+111.3%$114/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26031445 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2019 | Sold | $80,000-15.7%$54/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #19026873 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2019 | Price change | $94,900-5%$64/sqft |
Source: Big Rapids Realty #19026873 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2019 | Price change | $99,900-0.1%$67/sqft |
Source: Big Rapids Realty #19026873 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $100,000+47.1%$68/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2015 | Sold | $68,000-5.6%$46/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #15033848 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $72,000+157.1%$49/sqft |
Source: Silvernail Realty Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2009 | Sold | $28,000-48.5%$19/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2009 | Sold | $54,384-20%$37/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2004 | Sold | $68,000$46/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,917 +1780.8% | $69,100 +10.7% |
| 2024 | $315 -89% | $62,400 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $2,866 +5.6% | $57,500 +15% |
| 2022 | $2,715 | $50,000 +4.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $47,900 +4.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $45,800 -0.9% |
| 2019 | -- | $46,200 +26.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $36,600 +1.9% |
| 2017 | -- | $35,900 +10.8% |
| 2016 | -- | $32,400 +5.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $30,600 -4.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $31,900 -6.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $34,200 -0.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,500 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $36,100 -5% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,000 -2.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $39,100 +2.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $38,000 +5.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $36,000 +9.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $32,800 +4.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $31,300 |
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Neighborhood: 49307
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Big Rapids Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Big Rapids High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10Brookside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
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