178 Seneca Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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AUCTION
0.37 ACRES

$57,500

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 920 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

178 Seneca Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain
Est. Mortgage $435/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
0.37 acre lot
$63/sqft
1 Parking Spaces

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 178 Seneca Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

This Bungalow style single family home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with approximately 920 square feet of living space on a 0.37 acre lot. This is a cash or cash equivalent purchase only with no inspection or financing contingencies. The foreclosure deed has been recorded, allowing for shorter closing timelines. No Buyer Premium on this property. The seller has closing representation in this transaction. The buyer has the right to select their own title/closing company, or may use the sellers title company. The buyer is responsible for all closing costs in this transaction. In the event the buyer chooses their own title/closing company, the buyer will be responsible for additional costs for coordinating the closing that are completed by the sellers title company.
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Home Details for 178 Seneca Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Days on Market

Days on Market: 18 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $63

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

Fair Plain
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What Locals Say about Fair Plain

At least 27 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 14 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Trulia User
    "It’s quiet in my neighborhood and clean."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a safe environment for kids to play and enjoy being outside in which most kid ls do not do now adays"
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  • Exhubby4sale
    "There is a playground for the neighborhood children. There is a slide, merry go round, and monkey bars. "
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  • Shannon F. B.
    "you see people walking their dogs all the time day and night. it's very family-oriented and pet friendly neighborhood"
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  • Exhubby4sale
    "Supportive neighbors that look after each other. There is a small park for kids and nearby stores, schools, and a hospital. Great area to take your dog for a walk or your family for family time and I’m not sure why you want me to write a journal."
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  • Exhubby4sale
    "This area is a good area to live in but don’t send your kids to School here. Other schools are a better option."
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  • Softballstud21
    "There isn’t a dog park for the dogs. But it’s a nice big slow traffic area. I see a lot of people walking there dogs all the time. It could use a dog park! "
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  • Savedwoman
    "We have parades and other community events. We have park events rummage sales. We have picnics dinners. We have walkathons."
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  • Trulia User
    "I wouldn’t recommend letting kids play outside without supervision. Also don’t take a walk in this neighborhood."
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  • Bosslady x.
    "The community events that make my neighborhood special are yard sales well really give aways because I and my neighbors are always helping others out"
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  • Bosslady x.
    "I lived in this area a very long time & I love it because it’s so peaceful & close to the plaza area"
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  • Lastmango n.
    "not much. have to drive to a park. streets have no sidewalks and cars always travel too fast. pretty much need a fenced in yard for dogs."
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  • Lewismccoy44
    "Good place to live and the weather is alright down here and if you want a vacation this is the place to go and friend people living here Great jobs here to and a good movie "
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Market trends in Benton Harbor

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$173K
$1.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$143
$2MoM
Available listings
109
4MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$99.9K
Since last month
Decreased$9K (-8.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$34K (-24.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$26K (+34.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +155% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$102K
August 2026$111K
July 2026$112K
June 2026$107K
May 2026$110K
April 2026$102K
March 2026$131K
February 2026$127K
January 2026$127K
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
156 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.13
$142,100
2
1
1,256
Off Market
216 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.13
$228,300
4
1.5
1,488
Off Market
1298 Colfax Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.13
$249,900
7
4
2,593
For Sale
1462 Colfax Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.14
$239,600
3
2
1,863
Off Market
301 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.15
$180,200
3
1
1,248
Off Market
140 Orchard Ln, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.16
$210,000
3
1.5
2,342
For Sale
145 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.18
$200,700
3
1.5
1,540
Off Market
138 Bradford Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.21
$32,000
-
-
-
For Sale
212 Emery Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.21
$187,000
3
1.5
1,359
Off Market
201 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.23
$236,500
4
3
2,043
Off Market
377 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.23
$202,600
2
1
1,214
Off Market
211 Orchard Ln, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.24
$243,600
3
1.5
1,612
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 13, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$75,520
Dec 16, 2022
Source: MichRIC #22047285
Sold
$99,000
Nov 20, 2022
Source: MichRIC #22047285
Pending
$99,900
Nov 14, 2022
Source: MichRIC #22047285
Contingent
$99,900
Nov 8, 2022
Source: MichRIC #22047285
Listed For Sale
$99,900

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Frequently asked questions about 178 Seneca Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 178 Seneca Rd?
    Based on a $57,500 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 178 Seneca Rd in Benton Harbor, MI is approximately $442 (about $314 principal & interest, $53 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 178 Seneca Rd compare to homes in Benton Harbor?
    178 Seneca Rd in Benton Harbor, MI is listed at $57,500, about 67% below the $173K median sale price in Benton Harbor.
  • What do residents say about the Fair Plain neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Fair Plain neighborhood in Benton Harbor, MI as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Fair Plain, Benton Harbor.
  • What are the closest schools to 178 Seneca Rd?
    The closest schools to 178 Seneca Rd in Benton Harbor, MI are Benton Harbor High School (rated 2/10), Discovery Enrichment Center (Pre-K/Elementary), Fair Plain East Elementary (rated 4/10).
  • How big is the lot at 178 Seneca Rd?
    The lot at 178 Seneca Rd in Benton Harbor, MI is about 0.37 acres (16,117 sq ft).
  • Does 178 Seneca Rd have parking?
    Yes, 178 Seneca Rd in Benton Harbor, MI has on-site parking.
178 Seneca Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 920 sqft single-family home built in 1939. 178 Seneca Rd is located in Fair Plain, Benton Harbor. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Xome on Sep 1, 2026.