257 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
OFF MARKET

$153,600

Trulia Estimate
  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 848 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

257 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain
Est. Refi. Payment $996/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 19, 2006 for $74,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$154K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+7.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$78K (+103.9%)
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 +551% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$153K
July 2026$150K
June 2026$157K
May 2026$157K
April 2026$151K
March 2026$147K
February 2026$140K
January 2026$141K
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2024
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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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
178 Seneca Rd, Benton Harbor, MI
0.31
Single-Family Home
$75,520
02/13/26
2
1
927
1220 Pearl St, Benton Harbor, MI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$100,000
07/07/26
2
1
918
1250 Superior St, Benton Harbor, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$65,000
04/14/26
3
1
960
1221 Pearl St, Benton Harbor, MI
0.30
Single-Family Home
$124,000
06/01/26
2
1
845
270 Helmar Ct, Benton Harbor, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$137,000
03/06/26
2
1
750
379 Western Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$87,500
04/28/26
1
1
672
1634 Ogden Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$134,000
09/22/25
3
1
1,148
1342 Monroe St, Benton Harbor, MI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/13/26
2
1
876
460 Onondaga Rd, Benton Harbor, MI
0.64
Single-Family Home
$68,106
11/07/25
2
1
924
1027 Superior St, Benton Harbor, MI
0.57
Single-Family Home
$109,900
01/30/26
2
1
780

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
201 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.08
-
4
3
2,043
Off Market
211 Orchard Ln, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.11
$248,800
3
1.5
1,612
Off Market
1549 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.14
$169,600
4
2
1,527
Off Market
145 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.14
$202,900
3
1.5
1,540
Off Market
1 Donald Adkins Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.17
-
-
-
-
Off Market
140 Orchard Ln, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.15
$220,000
3
1.5
2,342
For Sale
241 Elvern Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.16
$138,900
2
1
998
Off Market
212 Emery Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.17
$208,500
3
1.5
1,359
Off Market
1332 Columbus Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.20
$117,600
2
1
744
Off Market
1301 Pearl St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.20
-
3
1
1,100
Off Market
1560 Columbus Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.21
$261,200
3
3
2,300
Off Market
1304 Columbus Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.22
$201,500
3
2
1,344
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1939
Lot Size
0.29 acres
Living Area
848 sqft
Price/Sqft
$181

About this House

This single-family home is located at 257 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI. 257 Eastern Ave is in the Fair Plain neighborhood in Benton Harbor, MI and in ZIP code 49022. This property has 1 bathroom and approximately 848 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.29 acres and was built in 1939.
257 Eastern Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 848 sqft single-family home in Fair Plain, built in 1939. It last sold for $74,900 on Jun 19, 2006. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $153,600, with a rent estimate of $1,252/month.

Home Details for 257 Eastern Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement

Property Information

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 19, 2006
Source: N/A
Sold
$74,900

Market trends in Benton Harbor

Last updated July 2026
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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 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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Frequently asked questions about 257 Eastern Ave

  • What is 257 Eastern Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 257 Eastern Ave in Benton Harbor, MI is $153,600.
  • What is the price history for 257 Eastern Ave?
    257 Eastern Ave in Benton Harbor, MI last sold for $74,900 in June 2006.
  • Is Benton Harbor a buyer's or seller's market?
    Benton Harbor is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Fair Plain, Benton Harbor.
  • How big is the lot at 257 Eastern Ave?
    The lot at 257 Eastern Ave in Benton Harbor, MI is about 0.29 acres (12,415 sq ft).

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