1108 Backus St, Jackson, MI 49202
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1108 Backus St
Jackson, MI 49202

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,696 sqft

$169,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,101/mo*
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$169,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,101/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,696 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Move into this spacious and updated home with lots of character in a quiet neighborhood. It has original woodwork throughout the house including the pocket door between the foyer and living room. It has a main floor bedroom with an attached bathroom and plenty of space to move the washer and dryer onto the main level. Also has three bedrooms upstairs as well as a bath and possible nursery or closet space. Had a new roof and windows installed in 2015. All appliances stay and includes a one year Home Warranty.
1108 Backus St, Jackson, MI 49202 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,696 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $75,000 on Aug 11, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $169,500, with a rent estimate of $1,756/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1108 Backus St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: VinylPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Price History for 1108 Backus St

DatePriceEventSource
08/11/2016$75,000Sold
MichRIC #21089199
07/08/2016$79,900PendingAgent Provided
06/08/2016$79,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/23/2016$79,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/26/2016$84,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/29/2016$87,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/02/2016$89,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/04/2015$94,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/03/2009$89,894ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/20/2009$89,894Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/15/2004$81,200Sold
N/A

Market trends in Jackson

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$173K
$13.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$123
$5MoM
Available listings
311
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$139,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1108 Backus St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
619 Madison St, Jackson, MI
0.08
Single-Family Home
$69,000
09/08/25
3
2
1,088
939 Backus St, Jackson, MI
0.15
Single-Family Home
$65,000
03/24/26
4
1.5
1,680
1302 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI
0.12
Single-Family Home
$185,000
08/18/25
4
2
1,826
908 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$55,000
07/31/25
2
2
1,826
910 Backus St, Jackson, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$186,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,620
902 Backus St, Jackson, MI
0.27
Single-Family Home
$110,000
10/29/25
4
1
1,758
841 Bennett St, Jackson, MI
0.31
Single-Family Home
$75,000
04/21/26
4
1
1,248
1012 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$110,500
03/24/26
3
2
1,299
1104 N Blackstone St, Jackson, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$120,900
11/07/25
4
2
1,280
429 Adams St, Jackson, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$180,880
04/02/26
3
1.5
1,232

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Jackson

At least 527 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say there are community events

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  • Colleen Meyer
    "it quiet here , peaceful I’ve only been here a few months but it’s a lot cheaper than most places. Just from what I seen. "
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  • Colleen Meyer
    "i just moved here so i really do t know but i do hear the town clock which Is a nice sound and it seems weeks quiet and peaceful"
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  • Chris Morris
    "You need a car to reliably get around this town. Everything isn’t that close by either. Public transportation is available but can be tricky to learn."
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  • Uniqueone
    "There is a bunch of stray cats around here. Also some wild animals like skunks, raccoons & opossums come around."
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  • Jake_wright0
    "People tend to mess with and antagonize animals and mess with people when they have a dog outside either walking it or not"
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  • Crystal C.
    "There are Lots of parks that accept dogs, they are very friendly and well maintained, sidewalks are clear."
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  • Carmen
    "VFW has events and so does the Book Cottage. The High School has a Homecoming Parade. The public beach at the lake is well kept and peaceful."
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  • Jsmiskovic
    "Neighbors can walk their dogs without worry and most of the neighbors have dogs themselves. We all work together when someone’s dog gets loose."
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  • Marystittsifers42
    "I live very close to the highway and commute to Lansing. The roads in Jackson need to be updated badly. They are badly damaged and cannot accommodate the amount of traffic in some areas."
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  • Ehubler06
    "A lot of shootings, other then that it could be a good city other then that and the horrible roads....."
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  • Emalee C.
    "It’s an easy commute to most places, within 10 minutes of most things you’d need. Far enough away not to be too busy. "
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  • Heyjay31
    " Clean well maintained downtown, looks good thanks for making it look good Jackson!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "
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  • Jsmiskovic
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 14 years and it is a more mature neighborhood . My neighbors are friendly and watch out for each other."
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  • Stello
    "Cute park across the street has occasional events and is safe, lit at night and very well maintained"
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  • Marystittsifers42
    "I've lived in Jackson 40 of my 44 years. Like any town it has its issues, but for the most part it is a good place to live."
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  • Meesha R.
    "there is a park down on our street. make sure you go with your children to the park and dont let them go alone!"
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  • Lito D. B.
    "It's a very small town, so it's relatively easy to get around by foot when the weather is nice. During the winter, there is a bus system, taxi's and of course my go-to is Uber or Lyft."
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  • Victoria H.
    "Great parks and schools. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment. Friendly neighbors and maintained neighborhood."
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  • Ninarcochrane
    "it is a quite area with lots of churches and a decent selection of places to eat. has two gas stations and sidewalks "
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  • Tiffany L.
    "Jackson is a good town but it is becoming unsafe for families especially kids. I would love to live out in the country where it’s more safer and away from everyone to have more privacy."
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  • Brittanymanning1519
    "i just move to jackson here and I like and my kids love it happy to be here there is a lot of help that I got to get. "
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  • Taylor J.
    "Great area for kids! There are so many parks and schools. I've loved here my whole life (of 22 years) and I wouldn't move anywhere else."
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  • Shanna J. P.
    "drive-bys nobody looks out for one another I have one good neighbor and that's right beside me to The Back Of Me. the entire GPD are awesome force in their presence is known and felt they do their job and Beyond!"
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  • Miss P.
    "never let your little ones out of your sight for a moment! either other kids will peer pressure them or trick them into doing wrong doing or they going to get snatched! not to mention all the shootings and drive-bys! only good thing I can say is the police respond very quickly to this area!"
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  • Kopavi D.
    "we have neighborhood garage sales and we have had a neighborhood party. We have high participation in Trick or Treat for Halloween. "
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  • AB
    "This is a great neighborhood to raise children. There are great sports and club activities available for kids through the school or independent club programs. It’s a fun place to grow up!"
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  • David S.
    "you see people walling riding bikes and wallking there dogs on a regular basis. there are parks and playgroundscwhoch are kept up"
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  • AB
    "Great neighbors! Safe neighborhood. Very quiet neighborhood. Kids playing and neighbors taking walks - very friendly place to live!"
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  • Kay B
    "I’ve lived in my neighborhood for five years and it’s gone down hill in the last few years And want to move ASAP "
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  • Margaret B.
    "We have lived here 10 years and are moving due to vocational relocation. mostly quiet and you can walk your dog. Jackson is near and has a plethora of family activities. "
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  • Scot T.
    "baseball softball pool swimming golf racing hot air balloons bike riding little leauge baseball pop warner football"
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  • Jancav43
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for over 20 years and find the neighbors friendly and that everyone maintains their home and yard. Also businesses are a short distance away which is very convenient."
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  • Breannadorfe
    "churches, shelters, and companies around the area have clothes and food drives. every year there is a fair in the summer and christmas lights in the winter. "
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  • Kristy H.
    "It not bad at all just a short drive. I like the route , it’s scenic and quite lovely . I like to drive also ."
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  • Kristen
    "Nice and quiet ,close to golf course and shopping roads are well maintained for Jackson grounds are well groomed taken care of low crime "
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  • Trulia User
    "People might shoot or run over your dog if it goes on their property. Or it might be taken to the pound. Or they will catch it and give it back to you. People tend to be crappy, but are unpredictable."
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  • Kimmers4871
    "That you can freely walk your dog around the neighborhood knowing that all other dos will be on a leash which makes it safe for you and your pet to walk also. "
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  • mhodw
    "long with traffic . no good fast roads to get from north to south. have to go through town. morning traffic is pretty backed up."
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  • Laura
    "People let their dogs run loose of and on some breeds are not viewed favorably but those have owners that keep them chained or inside. "
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  • Jlgleckler
    "There are a lot of dogs near my apartment and the sidewalks are always taken care of. Most people say hi when you’re passing by. "
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