Charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2 full bath ranch located in a peaceful neighborhood in a convenient St. Joseph location. Situated on a spacious lot with mature trees, this home features original hardwood floors and abundant natural light from large picture windows. The living room flows into the dining area, creating a functional layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers generous cabinetry, granite countertops, breakfast bar seating, and a new cooktop. Comfortable bedrooms provide ample closet space, while the finished basement adds a large recreation room with recessed lighting and flexible space for office, hobbies, or fitness. Major updates include a newer metal roof, updated HVAC system, and basement perimeter drain. Attached garage with electric car charger, large storage shed, and generous yard complete this move-in ready home.
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$257,000
656 Marvin Ave, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
3beds
1,685sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$261,500 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$2,286 Estimated rent
Home value
$261,500
$228,000 - $301,000
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Large storage shedGenerous yardNewer metal roofGranite countertopsOriginal hardwood floorsGenerous cabinetryBreakfast bar seating
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Listed by:
Michele Kaiser 269-449-0413,
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Bought with:
Michael Dubbink, 6501427937
Jaqua REALTORS
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26006617
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 11.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 13.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 12.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 17.00
Recreation
- Level: Basement
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 28.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,134
- Total interior livable area: 1,685 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 551
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 79 x 132
- Features: Level, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 111845500060009
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lincoln Heights
Location
- Region: Saint Joseph
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $93,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,281
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Sold | $257,000+0.8%$153/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26006617 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Contingent | $255,000$151/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26006617 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000+6.3%$151/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26006617 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Sold | $240,000+4.4%$142/sqft |
Source: Cressy Everett solds #23015785_49085 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2023 | Contingent | $229,900$136/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23015785 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $229,900+55.3%$136/sqft |
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| 7/6/2021 | Sold | $148,000$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,281 +24.4% | $93,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,638 | $91,200 +0.1% |
| 2023 | -- | $91,100 +35.2% |
| 2022 | $2,286 | $67,400 -7% |
| 2021 | -- | $72,500 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $2,085 +1.3% | $67,300 +3.5% |
| 2019 | $2,058 +3.6% | $65,000 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $1,987 +2.1% | $64,300 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $1,946 +1.7% | $61,100 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $1,913 +79.5% | $59,500 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $1,066 | $55,300 +2% |
| 2014 | -- | $54,200 -0.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $54,700 +2.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $53,600 -5.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $56,600 +2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $55,100 -7.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $59,400 +0.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $58,900 +2.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $57,400 +1.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $56,700 +0.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $56,600 +2.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $55,200 +2.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $54,000 +1.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $53,200 +4.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $51,000 |
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Neighborhood: 49085
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Clarke SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Upton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10St. Joseph High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: St. Joseph High School
Source: MichRIC. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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