481 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
OFF MARKET

$195,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,220 sqft

481 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Fair Plain
Est. Refi. Payment $1,293/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 6, 2006 for $85,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$195K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+3.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$111K (+130.5%)
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 +108% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$196K
August 2026$197K
July 2026$195K
June 2026$198K
May 2026$196K
April 2026$192K
March 2026$189K
February 2026$184K
January 2026$180K
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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
471 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.07
Single-Family Home
$183,600
09/26/25
2
1
1,335
478 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.04
Single-Family Home
$159,900
03/27/26
2
1
928
459 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.07
Single-Family Home
$221,000
08/28/26
2
1
869
401 Hoover Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$255,000
11/24/25
3
1
1,407
1754 Elm Ter, Benton Harbor, MI
0.37
Single-Family Home
$130,000
10/10/25
3
1
1,196
382 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$271,000
06/09/26
3
2
1,385
334 Hoover Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
0.25
Single-Family Home
$213,000
07/16/26
3
1
1,464
260 Brownway, Benton Harbor, MI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$170,400
08/13/26
3
1.5
1,196
581 Chippewa Rd, Benton Harbor, MI
0.62
Single-Family Home
$102,000
08/21/26
3
1
952
539 Wagner Ct, Benton Harbor, MI
0.11
Single-Family Home
$256,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,609

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
471 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.07
-
2
1
1,335
Off Market
448 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.05
$247,100
2
2.5
1,300
Off Market
459 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.07
$221,000
2
1
869
Recently Sold
478 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.04
$159,900
2
1
928
Recently Sold
457 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.07
$200,300
3
1
1,755
Off Market
426 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.08
$203,000
2
1
888
Off Market
539 Wagner Ct, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.11
$266,600
3
2
1,609
Off Market
392 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.11
$232,000
3
1
1,200
Off Market
2110 Commonwealth Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.10
$268,000
2
2
1,544
Recently Sold
402 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.11
$205,300
3
1
1,008
Off Market
382 Dale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.13
$271,000
3
2
1,385
Recently Sold
2145 Fairplain Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
0.10
$293,300
3
1.5
1,784
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
1,220 sqft
$160/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 481 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI. 481 Gary Ave is in the Fair Plain neighborhood in Benton Harbor, MI and in ZIP code 49022. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,220 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7971 sqft and was built in 1958.
481 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,220 sqft single-family home in Fair Plain, built in 1958. It last sold for $85,000 on Feb 6, 2006. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $195,100, with a rent estimate of $1,571/month.

Home Details for 481 Gary Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7971 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 6, 2006
Source: N/A
Sold
$85,000
Jun 6, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$66,000

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 481 Gary Ave

  • What is 481 Gary Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 481 Gary Ave in Benton Harbor, MI is $195,100.
  • What is the price history for 481 Gary Ave?
    481 Gary Ave in Benton Harbor, MI last sold for $85,000 in February 2006.
  • 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 481 Gary Ave?
    The lot at 481 Gary Ave in Benton Harbor, MI is about 0.18 acres (7,971 sq ft).
  • Does 481 Gary Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 481 Gary Ave in Benton Harbor, MI has a garage.

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