1238 1st St, Jackson, MI 49203
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1238 1st St
Jackson, MI 49203

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,289 sqft

$110,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $764/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$110,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $764/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,289 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,289 sqft
Price/Sqft
$86
Parking
Garage

About this House

This 3 bedroom 2 bath home is laid out nicely with 2 bedrooms and a full bath upstairs and another bedroom and full bath on the main floor. The laundry is on the main floor as well which is great for convenience. Enjoy the front deck right off the kitchen throughout the summer. This home is a short distance from the Cascades or Ella Sharp park for lots of fun all year around including fireworks, trails, putt putt, playgrounds, pavilions, or the falls, or sledding. All information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Buyers and buyers agent to verify all information.
1238 1st St, Jackson, MI 49203 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,289 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $82,000 on Feb 1, 2024 (1% below the $82,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2019 with an asking price of $795 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 20, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $110,600, with a rent estimate of $1,437/month.

Home Details for 1238 1st St

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Michigan BasementNumber of Rooms: 9
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1289 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, RefrigeratorLaundry: Laundry Room,Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3227100000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $82,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Dec 28 2023

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1289 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 23144512
Last check for updates: 14 minutes ago
Listed by Korey Rowlson, (517) 414-1230
Five Star Real Estate-Jackson
Bought with: Jennifer Ferris, (517) 392-2484, RE/MAX MID-MICHIGAN R.E.
Source: MichRIC, MLS#23144512

Price History for 1238 1st St

DatePriceEventSource
02/01/2024$82,000Sold
MichRIC #23144512
12/30/2023$82,900ContingentMichRIC #23144512
12/11/2023$82,900Listed For SaleMichRIC #23144512
03/15/2022$70,000Sold
N/A
12/20/2019$795ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/11/2019$795Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/06/2018$795ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/21/2018$795Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/25/2017$850ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/07/2017$850Listed For RentAgent Provided
01/24/2012$725ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/11/2012$725Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/19/2000$50,700Sold
N/A

Market trends in Jackson

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$179K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$127
$5MoM
Available listings
337
26MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$82,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1238 1st St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1217 1st St, Jackson, MI
0.07
Single-Family Home
$110,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,376
1235 Sheldon St, Jackson, MI
0.17
Single-Family Home
$100,000
03/24/26
3
1.5
1,296
1214 Mound Ave, Jackson, MI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$63,500
07/31/25
3
2
1,200
507 Griswold St, Jackson, MI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$45,000
08/26/25
3
1.5
1,248
1028 Woodbridge St, Jackson, MI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$59,200
05/11/26
3
1.5
1,388
1400 Mound Ave, Jackson, MI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$132,500
05/06/26
4
2
1,424

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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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