1982 Fairplain Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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UNDER CONTRACT
1.18 ACRES

$230,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,198 sqft (on 1.18 acres)

1982 Fairplain Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain
Est. Mortgage $1,511/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
1.18 acre lot
$192/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Welcome home to this adorable bungalow nestled on an incredible 1.17-acre lot in St. Joseph Township! This 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home offers a great blend of character, updates, and everyday functionality. The open kitchen features granite countertops, tile flooring, and stainless steel appliances, while hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and newer windows add warmth and appeal throughout. Enjoy the enclosed front porch with its built-in bookshelf, plus a convenient tiled mudroom and main-floor laundry. The full, partially finished basement offers a large open area, full bath, and tons of storage for added living space and flexibility. Outside, the spacious partially fenced yard includes a storage shed and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The covered rear patio features an outdoor kitchen, making entertaining and summer gatherings a breeze. A detached 30x30 garage provides plenty of room for parking, hobbies, toys, and storage. A rare combination of space, character, and outdoor
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Brian Stegman, (269) 208-4492
RE/MAX Lakeshore, (269) 637-5101
Nicholas Stegman, (269) 214-6594
RE/MAX Lakeshore, (269) 637-5101
Source: MichRIC, MLS#26047538
Also Listed on MichRIC, Realcomp II.

Home Details for 1982 Fairplain Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Active Backup

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1198 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry Room,Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ReplacementFlooring: Tile, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShingleOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Other
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 42

Days on Market

Days on Market: 12

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 111801360065059

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000Price Per Sqft: $192

Location

Direction & Address
City: Benton Harbor
School Information
High School District: Benton Harbor

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 26047538

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1198 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.18 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26047538Zillow Contingency Status: Under Contract

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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    "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
$229K
Since last month
Decreased$23K (-9.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$12K (-4.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$113K (+97.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +140% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$229K
August 2026$252K
July 2026$254K
June 2026$252K
May 2026$254K
April 2026$244K
March 2026$241K
February 2026$231K
January 2026$229K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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0.07
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$256,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,609
1754 Elm Ter, Benton Harbor, MI
0.26
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$130,000
10/10/25
3
1
1,196
260 Brownway, Benton Harbor, MI
0.37
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$170,400
08/13/26
3
1.5
1,196
382 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$271,000
06/09/26
3
2
1,385
424 W Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.34
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$189,000
11/07/25
3
2
1,658
241 Jamesway, Benton Harbor, MI
0.40
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$209,700
01/22/26
3
2
1,279
471 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.08
Single-Family Home
$183,600
09/26/25
2
1
1,335
364 August Dr, Benton Harbor, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$250,000
10/15/25
3
1.5
1,665
334 Hoover Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$213,000
07/16/26
3
1
1,464

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
539 Wagner Ct, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.07
$266,600
3
2
1,609
Off Market
471 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.08
-
2
1
1,335
Off Market
457 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.10
$200,300
3
1
1,755
Off Market
459 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.09
$221,000
2
1
869
Recently Sold
538 Monterey Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.11
$289,900
3
1.5
2,145
Off Market
2042 Elm Ter, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.14
$347,700
3
2.5
2,277
Off Market
448 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.12
$247,100
2
2.5
1,300
Off Market
479 Hoover Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.12
$269,100
4
1
2,114
Off Market
478 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.15
$159,900
2
1
928
Recently Sold
426 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.14
$203,000
2
1
888
Off Market
396 Hunter Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.15
$250,300
3
1
1,658
Off Market
392 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.18
$232,000
3
1
1,200
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2026
Source: MichRIC #26047538
Contingent
$230,000
Sep 8, 2026
Source: MichRIC #26047538
Listed For Sale
$230,000
May 21, 2018
Source: MichRIC #17059040
Sold
$116,000
Apr 20, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$114,900
Price decreased by 4%
Dec 13, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$119,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Brian Stegman, RE/MAX Lakeshore, (269) 637-5101
Agent Phone: (269) 208-4492
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026 MichRIC, LLC. All rights reserved.

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Frequently asked questions about 1982 Fairplain Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1982 Fairplain Ave?
    Based on a $230,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1982 Fairplain Ave in Benton Harbor, MI is approximately $1,543 (about $1,257 principal & interest, $211 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1982 Fairplain Ave compare to homes in Benton Harbor?
    1982 Fairplain Ave in Benton Harbor, MI is listed at $230,000, about 33% above 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 1982 Fairplain Ave?
    The closest schools to 1982 Fairplain Ave 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).
  • Does 1982 Fairplain Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1982 Fairplain Ave in Benton Harbor, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 1982 Fairplain Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1982 Fairplain Ave in Benton Harbor, MI has in-unit laundry.
1982 Fairplain Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,198 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 1982 Fairplain Ave is located in Fair Plain, Benton Harbor. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MichRIC on Sep 8, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26047538.