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Sold for $225,000
  • $225,000

    538 Virginia Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823

    2beds
    1,148sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $225,900 Zestimate®
    $196/sqft
    $1,640 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $225,900

    $215,000 - $237,000

    $1,640/mo

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    What's special

    It's like a new house, complete updated! New kitchen including new cabinets, quartz countertop and stainless steel appliances. New showroom bathroom with porcelain tile floor, soaking tub and shower surround. Refinished original hardwood floors. Updated lighting throughout the house including recessed lighting and ceiling fans. Ceiling and wall repairs and fresh paint throughout and many new doors. Freshened up basement stairs and laundry room and completely refinished and insulated the basement living space. Repaired and painted the large back deck and added a stone walking path. New A/C, Gas Water Heater, All New Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Smart Ecobee Thermostat, Fiber Internet, New Plumbing. Fully Fenced backyard. Easy access to MSU and Downtown! Listing agent is owner.

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    Listed by:

    Shara L Grachek 517-256-7651,

    Five Star Real Estate - Lansing

    Bought with:

    Melissa Deehan, 6501468369

    Keller Williams Realty Lansing

    Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 298084MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
    • Level: First
    • Area: 128.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.2 x 11.5
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Hardwood Floor, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: First
    • Area: 113.12 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.2 x 10.1
    Dining room
    • Features: Hardwood Floor, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 0 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 0 x 0
    Kitchen
    • Features: Stone Counters
    • Level: First
    • Area: 127.68 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.2 x 11.4
    Living room
    • Features: Hardwood Floor, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat
    • Level: First
    • Area: 212.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.2 x 19
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Stone Counters
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Sump Pump
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,536
    • Total interior livable area: 1,148 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 768
    • Finished area below ground: 380

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, No Garage
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Front Door
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
    • Exterior features: Garden, Lighting, Rain Gutters
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 40 x 135
    • Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Native Plants, Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Foundation area: 768
    • Parcel number: 33200218220020
    • Zoning description: Zoning

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1953

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Connected, Electricity Connected, Cable Connected
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Appliances, Exposure/Shade, HVAC, Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat, Water Heater

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Avondale
    Location
    • Region: East Lansing

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $196/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $65,700
    • Annual tax amount: $4,824
    • Date on market: 8/5/2026
    • Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional,FHA
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/21/2026Sold$225,000$196/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #298084 Report a problem
    8/17/2026Pending sale$225,000$196/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #298084 Report a problem
    8/5/2026Listed for sale$225,000+59.6%$196/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #298084 Report a problem
    1/3/2023Sold$141,000+0.8%$123/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #270275 Report a problem
    12/22/2022Pending sale$139,900$122/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #270275 Report a problem
    12/8/2022Contingent$139,900$122/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #270275 Report a problem
    12/1/2022Listed for sale$139,900+46.5%$122/sqft
    Source: Greater Lansing AOR #270275 Report a problem
    1/5/2016Sold$95,500-8.2%$83/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/10/2008Sold$104,000-10.3%$91/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/28/2008Price change$115,900-3.3%$101/sqft
    Source: Visual Tour #168977 Report a problem
    2/19/2008Listed for sale$119,900+13.1%$104/sqft
    Source: Visual Tour #168977 Report a problem
    2/4/2003Sold$106,000$92/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,630 +16.4%$65,700 +4.6%
    2024$3,976 $62,800 +4.8%
    2023-- $59,900 +5.8%
    2022-- $56,600 +6.2%
    2021-- $53,300 +3.7%
    2020-- $51,400 +4%
    2019$3,682 $49,400 +0.8%
    2018$3,682 $49,000 +0.6%
    2017-- $48,700 +5.2%
    2016-- $46,300 +6.4%
    2015-- $43,500 +5.3%
    2014-- $41,300 +1%
    2013-- $40,900 -0.7%
    2012-- $41,200 -6.4%
    2011-- $44,000 +6.8%
    2010-- $41,200 -20.2%
    2009-- $51,600
    2008-- $51,600
    2007-- $51,600 +2%
    2006-- $50,600 +6.1%
    2005-- $47,700 +6%
    2004-- $45,000 +11.7%
    2003-- $40,300 +4.9%
    2002-- $38,400 +6.1%
    2001-- $36,200 +4.9%
    2000-- $34,500
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Avondale Square

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Marble School
    • High: East Lansing
    • District: East Lansing

    Source: Greater Lansing AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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