Welcome to 654 Cornell Ave in East Lansing, this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-story Cape Cod has seen numerous updates since 2016 and offers a wonderful blend of character, comfort, and functionality. Inside, you'll find beautiful maple hardwood floors throughout most of the home, a cozy gas fireplace in the living room, and fresh paint completed within the past year. The kitchen features ceramic tile flooring and opens to a dining area with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, adding warmth and architectural charm. The fully remodeled bathroom was updated from the studs to the fixtures in 2025, while major mechanical improvements include a new HVAC and central air system (2021), new sewer line (2019), new gutters and downspouts (2021), and new side and back doors installed in 2022. Additional updates include glass block basement windows (2017) and a new concrete patio (2022). The second-floor bonus space offers flexibility for a home office, guest area, or additional bedroom setup. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard, front deck, detached shed, and gravel driveway. All appliances stay, including a washer and dryer that are less than two years old. A beautifully updated home in a great East Lansing location!
Sold for $210,000
$210,000
654 Cornell Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823
2beds
846sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$210,200 Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$1,889 Estimated rent
Home value
$210,200
$200,000 - $221,000
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Fully fenced backyardDetached shedGlass block basement windowsFront deckFully remodeled bathroomNew gutters and downspoutsGravel driveway
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Listed by:
Cliff Merritt 734-347-6048,
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
Bought with:
Natan Espinosa, 6504266748
NatanEspinosa.com
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 296010
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 97 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 9.7
Bonus room
- Description: 2 separate rooms
- Features: Carpet Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Tile Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 97.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.5
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 192.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 11.11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Partial,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 986
- Total interior livable area: 846 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 846
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Entry location: Front Door
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10454 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Public Transit
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Foundation area: 140
- Parcel number: 33200218204020
- Zoning description: Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Connected, Electricity Connected, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Avondale
Location
- Region: East Lansing
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $248/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $94,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,387
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $210,000+2.4%$248/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Pending sale | $205,000$242/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Contingent | $205,000$242/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #296010 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $205,000+60.8%$242/sqft |
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| 12/6/2016 | Sold | $127,500+55.5%$151/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2011 | Sold | $82,000-3.4%$97/sqft |
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| 7/16/2011 | Listed for sale | $84,900-15.1%$100/sqft |
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| 9/6/2000 | Sold | $100,000$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,210 +7.1% | $94,000 +7.8% |
| 2024 | $3,932 | $87,200 +13.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $76,900 +6.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $72,100 +7.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $67,300 +2.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $65,600 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $3,869 | $64,600 +3% |
| 2018 | $3,869 | $62,700 -1.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $63,800 +4.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $61,200 +5% |
| 2015 | -- | $58,300 +4.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $55,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $55,900 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $55,600 -6.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $59,300 +5.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $56,000 -3.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $58,300 -1.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $59,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $59,200 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $56,800 +5% |
| 2005 | -- | $54,100 +5.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $51,300 +5.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $48,500 +5.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $46,100 +5% |
| 2001 | -- | $43,900 +10.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $39,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Avondale Square
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Marble SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10MacDonald Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10East Lansing High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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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