245 E South St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242
About This Home
Completely renovated from the studs up, this beautifully updated home combines timeless character with the peace of mind of modern construction. Situated on over an acre just minutes from downtown Hillsdale, this move-in-ready property has been thoughtfully rebuilt with quality craftsmanship throughout. Inside, you'll find a stunning brand-new kitchen featuring new cabinetry, solid surface countertops, new appliances, updated lighting, new plumbing, new wiring, and durable luxury vinyl plank flooring. The custom bathroom has also been completely remodeled with a tiled shower, tempered glass door, custom vanity, Bluetooth exhaust fan, and stylish finishes. Throughout the home, nearly every major component has been updated, including new windows (all but three), new wiring, new plumbing, new insulation, new flooring, new lighting, and new subfloors where needed. Major structural improvements provide exceptional value, including a new roof on the main portion of the home, spray foam insulation, underground electrical service, new steel support beams, repointed and painted foundation walls, AZEK maintenance-free exterior trim, LeafFilter gutters with a transferable lifetime warranty, new 4-inch PVC sewer line to the city main, and newly installed central air conditioning. Outside, enjoy over an acre of lightly wooded property with raspberry bushes and abundant wildlife, a new gravel driveway, updated landscaping, new exterior lighting and doors, a storage shed, new concrete walkway, and updated rear deck steps with handrails. The basement is clean, insulated, and offers additional usable space with updated mechanicals including a newer furnace, new electric water heater, water softener, hard-wired smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. Located just a short walk from the fairgrounds and rail trail and only minutes from Baw Beese Lake, Sandy Beach, Owens Park, shopping, dining, and downtown Hillsdale, this home offers the rare combination of modern updates, quality construction, and a convenient location.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1826
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Michigan Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,092
- Total interior livable area: 1,092 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 00642640209
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 1.12 Acres
- Features: Sidewalk
- Lot size dimensions: 115 x 423 x 115 x 423
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Hillsdale County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,263 | $15,156 |
| Home Insurance * | $149 | $1,788 |
| Property Taxes | $189 | $2,268 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,789 | $21,468 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | Price change | $239,900 |
| 2026-07-10 | Listed for sale | $249,900 |
| 2021-01-29 | Sold | $55,000 |
| 2021-01-18 | Pending sale | $59,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | Price change | $59,000 |
| 2020-12-28 | Listed for sale | $65,000 |
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