Charming, one-of-a-kind Retreat on expansive lot with extra parcels! featuring new appliances, furnace, air, windows! Let your imagination take it from here!
Step into storybook charm with this truly special cottage- inspired home filled with warmth, character, and natural light. surrounded by mature trees, and sitting on two extra additional parcels, this property offers both privacy and potential.
Inside you will find a light-filled interior with abundant windows that bring the outdoors, enjoy the cozy evenings with the gas fireplace, cook with ease in the kitchen with new appliances, bonus room could be a sunroom, den, or creative studio. the possibilities are endless!
Sold for $285,000
$285,000
5538 W Saint Joe Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917
3beds
1,526sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
1.56 Acres Lot
$253,900 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$1,815 Estimated rent
Home value
$253,900
$229,000 - $277,000
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Gas fireplaceSurrounded by mature treesExpansive lotLight-filled interiorCozy eveningsAbundant windowsBonus room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stacy Sinadinos 517-719-1470,
Five Star Real Estate - Lansing
Bought with:
Constance Benca, 6501273060
Coldwell Banker Professionals-E.L.
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 290099
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Description: hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bonus room
- Description: could be a sunroom or Den
- Level: First
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Dining room
- Description: built in
- Level: First
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Kitchen
- Description: ALL NEW APPLIANCES!
- Level: First
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 10
Living room
- Description: GAS FIREPLACE
- Level: First
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 21
Office
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Built-In Gas Oven
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,763
- Total interior livable area: 1,526 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,526
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, None
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch, Rear Porch
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1.56 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, See Remarks
Details
- Foundation area: 1237
- Parcel number: 2304005550209000
- Zoning description: Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected, Water Available, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Homestead
Location
- Region: Lansing
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $195,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,073
- Date on market: 7/31/2025
- Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $285,000-3.4%$187/sqft |
Source:  Greater Lansing AOR #290099 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Pending sale | $295,000$193/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #290099 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $295,000$193/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #290099 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,073 | $97,600 +17.4% |
| 2024 | -- | $83,100 +18.4% |
| 2021 | $2,663 +0.8% | $70,200 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $2,642 | $66,900 +3.7% |
| 2019 | $2,642 +1.9% | $64,530 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $2,593 +4.1% | $62,200 +9.9% |
| 2017 | $2,491 | $56,600 +2.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $55,400 +3.7% |
| 2015 | -- | $53,400 +2.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $52,100 -6.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $55,500 -3.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $57,600 -11.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $64,800 -8% |
| 2008 | -- | $70,400 -2.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $72,400 +1.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $71,100 +4.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $68,100 +6.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $64,000 +8.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $58,800 +5% |
| 2001 | -- | $56,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Waverly
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Winans Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Waverly Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Waverly Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Waverly
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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Estimated market value
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- Michigan
- Eaton County
- Lansing
- 48917
- Waverly
- 5538 W Saint Joe Hwy
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