286 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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OFF MARKET

$224,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,491 sqft

286 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain
Est. Refi. Payment $1,476/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 14, 2022 for $165,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$224K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+2.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$59K (+35.6%)
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 +157% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$224K
August 2026$226K
July 2026$223K
June 2026$226K
May 2026$224K
April 2026$220K
March 2026$217K
February 2026$212K
January 2026$212K
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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1919 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.04
Single-Family Home
$160,000
02/13/26
3
1.5
1,948
161 Eloise Dr, Benton Harbor, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$200,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
2,006
342 E Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$197,500
08/24/26
3
1.5
1,601
380 Eloise Dr, Benton Harbor, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$272,500
08/03/26
3
2
2,076
356 Waverly Dr, Benton Harbor, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$277,900
08/05/26
3
1.5
1,929
225 Kublick Dr, Benton Harbor, MI
0.25
Single-Family Home
$235,000
06/19/26
3
1.5
1,244
433 Kublick Dr, Benton Harbor, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$254,000
01/12/26
4
2
1,574
235 Fisk Rd, Benton Harbor, MI
0.42
Single-Family Home
$215,000
11/17/25
3
1.5
1,647
2199 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$240,000
08/31/26
3
2
1,456
1712 W Ogden Cir, Benton Harbor, MI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$190,000
04/24/26
3
1.5
1,120

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
1919 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.04
$160,000
3
1.5
1,948
Recently Sold
1865 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.06
$224,500
2
1
1,092
Off Market
1843 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.09
$227,200
3
1
1,820
Off Market
183 Elmside Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.14
$154,600
2
1
1,020
Off Market
161 Eloise Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.13
$200,000
3
1.5
2,006
Recently Sold
159 Elmside Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.17
$234,900
4
1.5
2,837
Off Market
117 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.17
$165,800
2
1
936
Off Market
316 Waverly Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.13
$258,000
3
2.5
1,895
Off Market
121 Elmside Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.20
$159,000
2
1
832
Recently Sold
380 Eloise Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.16
$272,500
3
2
2,076
Recently Sold
607 Eloise Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.17
$249,900
3
1.5
1,230
Off Market
356 Waverly Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.16
$277,900
3
1.5
1,929
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
1,491 sqft
$150/sqft

About this House

Move right into this 3-4 bedroom Ranch. Many updates - kitchen and bathrooms, have both been updated in 2021. New furnace in 2020. Newer garage door and opener. Extra large 2 car detached garage. 13 X 21 rec room in basement. Fenced in backyard, egress window in bedroom downstairs, and so much more. Immediate occupancy!
286 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,491 sqft single-family home in Fair Plain, built in 1953. It last sold for $165,000 on Jan 14, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $224,300, with a rent estimate of $1,864/month.

Home Details for 286 Messner Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Metal
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7640 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 14, 2022
Source: MichRIC #21118344
Sold
$165,000
Dec 27, 2021
Source: MichRIC #21118344
Contingent
$169,500
Dec 15, 2021
Source: MichRIC #21118344
PriceChange
$169,500
Price increased by 3%
Dec 3, 2021
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$165,000
Price increased by 6%
Nov 5, 2021
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$156,000
Price increased by 30%

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

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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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Frequently asked questions about 286 Messner Dr

  • What is 286 Messner Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 286 Messner Dr in Benton Harbor, MI is $224,300.
  • What is the price history for 286 Messner Dr?
    286 Messner Dr in Benton Harbor, MI last sold for $165,000 in January 2022.
  • Is Benton Harbor a buyer's or seller's market?
    Benton Harbor is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Benton Harbor?
    The median sale price in Benton Harbor is $173K. That is down $1.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 286 Messner Dr?
    The lot at 286 Messner Dr in Benton Harbor, MI is about 0.18 acres (7,841 sq ft).
  • Does 286 Messner Dr have parking?
    Yes, 286 Messner Dr in Benton Harbor, MI has on-site parking.

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