202 Searles Avenue
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 912 sqft
- 6,470 sqft lot
- $148 per sqft
- 1945 build
- – on site
**Highest and Best by 8:00 PM 4/30/2025. Charming Brick Bungalow Near Lake Michigan and Benton Harbor Arts District. Welcome to this beautifully maintained brick bungalow, located in Benton Harbor, just minutes from the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan and the vibrant Benton Harbor Arts District. Offering 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 912 square feet of comfortable living space above ground, this home combines classic charm with modern updates. Step inside to a brand-new kitchen featuring stylish cabinetry, sleek countertops, and a new sink — perfect for preparing meals and entertaining guests. The spacious semi-finished basement (912 sq ft) provides endless potential for a home gym, office, or recreation space. A cozy breezeway connects the home to a brick two-car garage. The fully fenced backyard offers privacy and plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or relaxing evenings. Ideally situated just five minutes from Lake Michigan beaches and just up the hill from the St. Joseph River, this home also offers easy access to popular restaurants, art galleries, and entertainment in the Benton Harbor Arts District. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a weekend getaway, or an investment opportunity, this property has it all. Schedule your private showing today!
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Last updated Apr 28, 2025
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MLS# 25018222 —
The Building
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Year Built:1945
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Builder Name:Unknown
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New Construction:false
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Foundation Details:None
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Building Features:None
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Window Features:Screens
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Patio And Porch Features:Enclosed, Other
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Accessibility Features:No
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Direction Faces:None
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Roof:Composition, Shingle
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Stories:1
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Basement:No
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Basement:Full
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Finished SqFt:450.0
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Common Walls:None
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Building Area Total:912.0
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Exterior -Brick:true
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Roofing -Composition:true
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Roofing -Shingle:true
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Below Grade Finished Area:450.0
Interior
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Rooms Total:2
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Flooring:Wood
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Fireplace:false
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Furnished:None
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1362.0
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Main Level SqFt:912.0
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Basement SqFt:912.0
Financial & Terms
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Ownership:Private Owned
Location
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Directions:Napier to Colfax. North on Colfax. Left on May street (at the light), right on Salem, and left on Searles. Home is on the corner of Searles and Salem on south west corner.
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Cross Street:Salem
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Latitude:42.098642
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Longitude:-86.45865
The Property
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Parcel Number:11-51-6000-0062-00-7
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Property Attached:No
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Lot Features:Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalk
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Lot Size SqFt:6470.0
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Lot Size Acres:0.15
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Lot Size Area:0.15
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Topography:None
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Waterfront:false
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View:None
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View:No
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Corner Lot:true
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Exterior Features:Other
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Fencing:Fenced Back, Front Yard, Vinyl
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Inclusions:None
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Zoning:None
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Current Use:None
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Possible Use:None
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Frontage Type:None
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Water Access:No
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Waterfront:No
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Road Surface Type:Paved
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Road Frontage:50.0
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (269) 392-2525
- Office phone:
- (269) 983-8051
Taxes
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Year:2024.0
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Tax Legal Description:LOT 62 PARKER ADD TO CITY OF BENTON HARBOR FORMERLY KNOWN AS PARKERS ADD TO CITY OF BENTON HARBOR LIBER 3 PG 28 ALSO KNOWN AS COLFAX AVENUE ADDITION TO BENTON HARBOR LIBER 4 PG 32
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Tax Annual Amount:1233.0
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Tax Assessed Value:27687
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Taxable Value:27687.0
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Annual Property Taxes:1233.0
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:2
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Main Bedrooms:2
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Main Level Bedrooms:2
Baths
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Total Baths:1
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Total Baths:1.0
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Partial Baths:None
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Full Baths:1
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Full Baths:1
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Three Quarter Baths:None
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Quarter Baths:None
The Listing
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Virtual Tour URL Branded:None
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Terms Available -VA Loan:true
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling:Central Air
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Cooling:true
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Heating:true
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Heating:Forced Air
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Heat Type -Forced Air:true
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Heat Source -Natural Gas:true
Utilities
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Utilities:Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
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Natural Gas:true
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Central Air:true
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Sewer:Public
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Sewer -Publictrue
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Water Source:Public
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Water Public:true
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Water Heater -Natural Gas:true
Appliances
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Appliances:Range, Refrigerator
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Refrigerator:true
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Range:true
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Laundry Features:In Basement
Schools
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Elementary School:Fair Plain East Elementary School
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Elementary School District:None
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Middle Or Junior School:Fair Plain Middle School
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Middle Or Junior School District:None
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High School District:Benton Harbor
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High School:Benton Harbor High School
The Community
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Subdivision:Parker Add To City Of Benton Harbor
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Senior Community:No
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Pool Private:No
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Association:No
Parking
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Garage:true
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Attached Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:2.0
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Carport Spaces:None
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Parking Total:None
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Parking Features:Attached
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$135,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$722
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Taxes | $102 |
Insurance | $37 |
Utilities | $129 See report |
Total | $990/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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