1203 E Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49002
SOLD
OCT 16, 2025

1203 E Centre Ave
Portage, MI 49002

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,382 sqft (on 3.13 acres)

$280,000

Last Sold: Oct 16, 2025
14% below list $325K
$203/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,776/mo*
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$280,000

Last Sold: Oct 16, 2025
14% below list $325K
$203/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,776/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,382 sqft
(on 3.13 acres)

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Local Information

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Description

This charming cape cod has been completely renovated and is situated on 3.13 acres in the City of Portage! This home offers 3 beds, 1 bath, and 1382 sqft of living space. The kitchen has new gray cabinetry and space for an eating area. The fireplace is the focal point of the large living room great for gathering. The spacious main level primary bedroom has adjoining access to the full bath along with space perfect for creating your custom walk-in closet. The upper level has an additional two bedrooms. The large detached garage is 31' X 45' offering 1395 sqft of storage. Property is currently considered by the City of Portage as a legal non-conforming use. The front 1.27 acres is zoned B-1 and the back 1.86 acres is zone R1-B. Tour today! Property also listed as commercial MLS #25037335.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 16, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$203/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1203 E Centre Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1382 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas ConnectedLaundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition Shingle
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Detached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 391000015490D

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $325,000Price Per Sqft: $203/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 25 2025

Location

Direction & Address
City: Portage
School Information
High School District: Portage

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1382 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.13 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 25037334
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Ashley Gauthier, (269) 779-0521
Coldwell Banker Sneller Real Estate
Bought with: Ashley Gauthier, (269) 779-0521, Coldwell Banker Sneller Real Estate
Source: MichRIC, MLS#25037334

Price History for 1203 E Centre Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/16/2025$280,000Sold
MichRIC #25037334
08/28/2025$325,000PendingMichRIC #25037334
07/27/2025$325,000Listed For SaleMichRIC #25037334
10/30/2012$790ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/14/2012$790Listed For RentAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2021
Tax
Assessment$366,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1203 E Centre Ave

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Sold Date
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8118 Bruning St, Portage, MI
0.16
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$216,000
06/30/25
3
1
1,040
8116 Lovers Ln, Portage, MI
0.16
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$219,900
03/20/26
3
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1,134
728 Bye St, Portage, MI
0.28
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$236,900
10/13/25
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1,040
8125 Lake Wood Dr, Portage, MI
0.35
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$240,000
01/07/26
3
1
1,246
7644 Garden Ln, Portage, MI
0.36
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$219,900
03/02/26
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1
1,251
7907 Lovers Ln, Portage, MI
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$190,000
11/14/25
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1.5
1,034
8132 Mayfield St, Portage, MI
0.22
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$227,000
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1,404
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$180,000
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$248,000
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1,442

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What Locals Say about Portage

At least 392 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Jojocleaner
    "It’s a great place and schools for kids here. Lots of farmers markets and activities to do all over town."
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  • KamberKool
    "Good sidewalks for keeping you safe from traffic, streetlights, friendly dogs, respectful of property lines. Quite a few barking dogs though. Lack of barking training in this neighborhood. "
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  • Sarah Statler
    "Lots of dog walkers and a dog park nearby. Everyone is friendly and picks up after their dog. All dogs are leashed and don’t have to worry about a dog running out after you."
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  • Emily B.
    "Th are really into Halloween but most of all my neighborhood looks out for one another. I have lived in portage my whole life and I would recommend it to anyone :) the farmers market is near by and is wonderful. The schools are great too! "
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  • Breiannchurch
    "great place to live and raise a family. schools are rated high taxes are high though but u get what you pay for i suppose"
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  • Deborah.bourlon
    "Very green and beautiful, Portage is a nice city to live in. People are polite and friendly. My family lives there for 12 years so well recommended!"
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  • Kimberly C.
    "Very pet friendly area with lots of sidewalks, paths, and open spaces to enjoy. Many respectful pet owners"
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  • Mariah B.
    "The fireworks during holidays could cause problems for dogs who cant handle them. They would like that there are trails to walk them other than just sidewalks"
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  • Kamille L.
    "I'm close to grocery and shopping malls along with not too long of a drive to downtown kalamazoo. Traffic isn't that bad."
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  • James B.
    "I’m new but everyone has been very nice. It is quite and we have some wild life. Cars give people plenty of space."
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  • Donya G
    "I have lived in various Portage neighborhoods for last 25 years. It’s a good area, a quiet area. My daughters graduated Portage Northern. In my time here I have enjoyed living here."
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  • Katie K.
    "Nice family friendly suburbia. Situated smack dab between Chicago & Detroit at the intersection of I94 and 131"
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  • Jjpowers8311
    "Nothing, but high taxes, poor city water quality and public services are terrible ( leaf pick up, snow plowing) School buildings are amazing though"
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  • a
    "very friendly and comfortable. lots of families with dogs and pets. we have only good things to say "
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  • Cristmay12
    "Dog owners would not like that there is a busy road, but there are many other dogs in the area too. "
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  • Kitoko B.
    "I’ve lived here all my life. It’s a nice neighborhood always have been to me at least. It’s more then enough to do here "
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  • Jjpowers8311
    "Nothing stands out as unique in Portage MI. Many residential areas look run down. High taxes, water tastes bad, snow removal is horrendous. "
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  • Judithlynn46
    "There are not really any community events in our neighborhood. Houses are somewhat far spaced apart. It’s not a subdivision type of neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything in the town of portage is easily navigable which makes a move here much easier. Portage is a great town for families as well; with good schools, lots of nature trail parks used for hiking, lots of different family oriented playground parks, a YMCA with great programs available, etc.... the list goes on! It is a wonderful little midwest town."
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  • Jblacer2323
    "Portage feels safe and has great schools . It’s a clean city with friendly people. There is a nice mall here. I feel safe walking at night here in portage. "
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  • Scoochie1992
    "I have lived here since I was 4 and I am 45. I knew that this was the place I wanted to raise my own kids. Great community, great schools. "
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  • Adam.e.jeffrey
    "There are a lot of parks nearby with trash cans and bags for easy poop disposal for when Rover decides that nature calls. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute is a short drive with plenty of “back roads” to take during the construction season or inclement weather. "
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  • Jon P.
    "Dumb people shoot fireworks at all hours of the night. There are road construction sites everywhere and seldom construction workers. I like the wildlife though and nice trails. Michigan is just not a nice place to live in the summer. "
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  • Ann P. B.
    "My commute to my job is quick and easy. A straight drive to downtown takes at most 15 minutes to get to downtown Kalamazoo. "
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  • Shawsax
    "The neighbors are very friendly and many of them take walks in this beautiful neighborhood. Cars are seldom seen, as this is a dead end street. However, the deer will eat your hostas. Consider planting something else. "
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  • Charles B.
    "Good schools, an amazing library with games and kids’ play room, and 10 minutes from about 4 or 5 different lakes. "
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  • Amber B.
    "Easy. A quick drive to and from work. Shopping and gas stations located conveniently on the way to most jobs."
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  • Bjoterry
    "Public transportation is a long ways down the road. It’s a quite and very nice neighborhood. Very friendly neighbors. "
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  • Ana R.
    "We do cookouts. For Christmas we have lights and reindeer for the kids to see. It’s very nice during all holidays usually there’s some kind of activities to do. "
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  • Stacey W.
    "Many people in my neighborhood own dogs. Seems to be a pet friendly area. My neighborhood is really good about keeping their dogs contained within their yard and are usually taken in at night."
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1203 E Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49002 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,382 sqft single-family home built in 1945. This property is not currently available for sale. 1203 E Centre Ave was last sold on Oct 16, 2025 for $280,000 (14% lower than the asking price of $325,000).