616 Backus St, Jackson, MI 49202
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616 Backus St
Jackson, MI 49202

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,770 sqft (on 0.40 acres)
5 Beds
2 Baths
1,770 sqft
(on 0.40 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.4 acres
Living Area
1,770 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

WELCOME HOME TO 616 BACKUS STREET! THIS WELL MAINTAINED CLASSIC 2 STORY HOME OFFERS 5 LARGE BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, FORMAL DINING, A LARGE KITCHEN WITH BUTCHER BLOCK COUNTERS, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, AND ACCESS TO A LARGE COVERED DECK AREA! THERE IS A LARGE BASEMENT WITH WASHER AND DRYER, FREEZER, AND WALK-UP AND OUT ACCESS AS WELL! THERE IS A 2 STORY GARAGE WITH A LARGE UPPER LEVEL, AND A NICE-SIZED CARPORT FOR CONVENIENT PARKING OPTIONS! THIS BEAUTY IS NESTLED ON A LARGE .4 ACRE CORNER LOT AND IS NICELY LANDSCAPED! THE SELLERS WILL NEED 45-60 DAYS AFTER CLOSING TO COMPLETE THEIR MOVE SO IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY IS NOT AN OPTION! SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING SOON!
***BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO BUYER FINANCING ISSUES. APPRAISAL & INSPECTIONS WERE SATISFACTORY!!***
616 Backus St, Jackson, MI 49202 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,770 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for the $169,900 asking price on Aug 20, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,793/month.

Home Details for 616 Backus St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bilco Door,Partial,Walk-Up AccessNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1770 Square FeetFoundation Area: 768
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Cable AvailableAppliances: Gas Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, DishwasherDishwasherLaundry: In Basement,Laundry ChuteRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, Insulated WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Combination, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: FRONT DOORFloors: Carpet, Combination, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear PorchFencing: Back YardOther Structures: StorageExterior: Fire Pit, Private Yard, StorageFoundation: CombinationNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport,Detached,Garage Faces Front,Overhead Storage
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1770 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 21557.0100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $169,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 22 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: JacksonCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School District: JacksonHigh School: JacksonHigh School District: Jackson

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2538 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 288307Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1770

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Travis Blaine Conti, (517) 930-1721
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals
Source: Greater Lansing AOR, MLS#288307

Price History for 616 Backus St

DatePriceEventSource
08/20/2025$169,900Sold
Greater Lansing AOR #288307
08/07/2025$169,900PendingGreater Lansing AOR #288307
07/22/2025$169,900ContingentGreater Lansing AOR #288307
07/18/2025$169,900PendingToActiveGreater Lansing AOR #288307
05/25/2025$169,900PendingGreater Lansing AOR #288307
05/21/2025$169,900Listed For SaleGreater Lansing AOR #288307

Market trends in Jackson

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$179K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$127
$5MoM
Available listings
337
26MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2020
Tax$1,352
Assessment$78,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 616 Backus St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
623 Steward Ave, Jackson, MI
0.15
Single-Family Home
$155,000
01/02/26
3
2
1,892
663 Oakhill Ave, Jackson, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$113,500
07/28/26
3
1.5
1,319
503 W Trail St, Jackson, MI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$105,000
07/30/26
3
2
1,271
910 Backus St, Jackson, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$186,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,620
326 Edward St, Jackson, MI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$137,500
04/24/26
4
1
1,935
939 Backus St, Jackson, MI
0.37
Single-Family Home
$65,000
03/24/26
4
1.5
1,680
1012 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI
0.40
Single-Family Home
$110,500
03/24/26
3
2
1,299
828 Backus St, Jackson, MI
0.18
Single-Family Home
$148,000
03/04/26
3
1
1,610

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Jackson

At least 527 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say there are community events

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  • Colleen Meyer
    "it quiet here , peaceful I’ve only been here a few months but it’s a lot cheaper than most places. Just from what I seen. "
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  • Colleen Meyer
    "i just moved here so i really do t know but i do hear the town clock which Is a nice sound and it seems weeks quiet and peaceful"
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  • Chris Morris
    "You need a car to reliably get around this town. Everything isn’t that close by either. Public transportation is available but can be tricky to learn."
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  • Uniqueone
    "There is a bunch of stray cats around here. Also some wild animals like skunks, raccoons & opossums come around."
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  • Jake_wright0
    "People tend to mess with and antagonize animals and mess with people when they have a dog outside either walking it or not"
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  • Crystal C.
    "There are Lots of parks that accept dogs, they are very friendly and well maintained, sidewalks are clear."
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  • Carmen
    "VFW has events and so does the Book Cottage. The High School has a Homecoming Parade. The public beach at the lake is well kept and peaceful."
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  • Jsmiskovic
    "Neighbors can walk their dogs without worry and most of the neighbors have dogs themselves. We all work together when someone’s dog gets loose."
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  • Marystittsifers42
    "I live very close to the highway and commute to Lansing. The roads in Jackson need to be updated badly. They are badly damaged and cannot accommodate the amount of traffic in some areas."
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  • Ehubler06
    "A lot of shootings, other then that it could be a good city other then that and the horrible roads....."
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  • Emalee C.
    "It’s an easy commute to most places, within 10 minutes of most things you’d need. Far enough away not to be too busy. "
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  • Heyjay31
    " Clean well maintained downtown, looks good thanks for making it look good Jackson!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "
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  • Jsmiskovic
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 14 years and it is a more mature neighborhood . My neighbors are friendly and watch out for each other."
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  • Stello
    "Cute park across the street has occasional events and is safe, lit at night and very well maintained"
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  • Marystittsifers42
    "I've lived in Jackson 40 of my 44 years. Like any town it has its issues, but for the most part it is a good place to live."
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  • Meesha R.
    "there is a park down on our street. make sure you go with your children to the park and dont let them go alone!"
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  • Lito D. B.
    "It's a very small town, so it's relatively easy to get around by foot when the weather is nice. During the winter, there is a bus system, taxi's and of course my go-to is Uber or Lyft."
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  • Victoria H.
    "Great parks and schools. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment. Friendly neighbors and maintained neighborhood."
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  • Ninarcochrane
    "it is a quite area with lots of churches and a decent selection of places to eat. has two gas stations and sidewalks "
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  • Tiffany L.
    "Jackson is a good town but it is becoming unsafe for families especially kids. I would love to live out in the country where it’s more safer and away from everyone to have more privacy."
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  • Brittanymanning1519
    "i just move to jackson here and I like and my kids love it happy to be here there is a lot of help that I got to get. "
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  • Taylor J.
    "Great area for kids! There are so many parks and schools. I've loved here my whole life (of 22 years) and I wouldn't move anywhere else."
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  • Shanna J. P.
    "drive-bys nobody looks out for one another I have one good neighbor and that's right beside me to The Back Of Me. the entire GPD are awesome force in their presence is known and felt they do their job and Beyond!"
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  • Miss P.
    "never let your little ones out of your sight for a moment! either other kids will peer pressure them or trick them into doing wrong doing or they going to get snatched! not to mention all the shootings and drive-bys! only good thing I can say is the police respond very quickly to this area!"
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  • Kopavi D.
    "we have neighborhood garage sales and we have had a neighborhood party. We have high participation in Trick or Treat for Halloween. "
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  • AB
    "This is a great neighborhood to raise children. There are great sports and club activities available for kids through the school or independent club programs. It’s a fun place to grow up!"
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  • David S.
    "you see people walling riding bikes and wallking there dogs on a regular basis. there are parks and playgroundscwhoch are kept up"
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  • AB
    "Great neighbors! Safe neighborhood. Very quiet neighborhood. Kids playing and neighbors taking walks - very friendly place to live!"
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  • Kay B
    "I’ve lived in my neighborhood for five years and it’s gone down hill in the last few years And want to move ASAP "
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  • Margaret B.
    "We have lived here 10 years and are moving due to vocational relocation. mostly quiet and you can walk your dog. Jackson is near and has a plethora of family activities. "
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  • Scot T.
    "baseball softball pool swimming golf racing hot air balloons bike riding little leauge baseball pop warner football"
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  • Jancav43
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for over 20 years and find the neighbors friendly and that everyone maintains their home and yard. Also businesses are a short distance away which is very convenient."
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  • Breannadorfe
    "churches, shelters, and companies around the area have clothes and food drives. every year there is a fair in the summer and christmas lights in the winter. "
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  • Kristy H.
    "It not bad at all just a short drive. I like the route , it’s scenic and quite lovely . I like to drive also ."
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  • Kristen
    "Nice and quiet ,close to golf course and shopping roads are well maintained for Jackson grounds are well groomed taken care of low crime "
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  • Trulia User
    "People might shoot or run over your dog if it goes on their property. Or it might be taken to the pound. Or they will catch it and give it back to you. People tend to be crappy, but are unpredictable."
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  • Kimmers4871
    "That you can freely walk your dog around the neighborhood knowing that all other dos will be on a leash which makes it safe for you and your pet to walk also. "
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  • mhodw
    "long with traffic . no good fast roads to get from north to south. have to go through town. morning traffic is pretty backed up."
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  • Laura
    "People let their dogs run loose of and on some breeds are not viewed favorably but those have owners that keep them chained or inside. "
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  • Jlgleckler
    "There are a lot of dogs near my apartment and the sidewalks are always taken care of. Most people say hi when you’re passing by. "
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Frequently asked questions about 616 Backus St

  • What is the price history for 616 Backus St?
    616 Backus St in Jackson, MI last sold for $169,900 in August 2025.
  • Is Jackson a buyer's or seller's market?
    Jackson is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Jackson?
    The median sale price in Jackson is $179K. That is up $10.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Jackson?
    Residents describe Jackson, MI as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Jackson, MI.
  • Does 616 Backus St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 616 Backus St in Jackson, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 616 Backus St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 616 Backus St in Jackson, MI has laundry facilities.
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