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363 Searles Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022

1beds
1baths
605sqft
$99,900
$165price/sqft
$865/moest. monthly cost
$34,600/yrincome needed

About This Home

Affordable, move-in-ready homes under $100,000 are becoming increasingly hard to find—don't miss this opportunity! This well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath home in St. Joseph Township offers 605 square feet of comfortable living space plus a full basement for storage or future possibilities. Recent improvements include a 2-year-old roof, updated plumbing, a 100-amp electrical panel, and fresh interior paint, providing peace of mind for years to come. The spacious kitchen offers ample cabinetry and workspace, while the clean, dry basement provides excellent storage. Previously used as a rental, this property has been exceptionally maintained and is ready for its next owner. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or adding to your investment portfolio, this home is an outstanding value. Listed at just $99,900, opportunities like this are becoming almost nonexistent. Schedule your showing today!

Getting Around

22
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
31
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

2/10
Fair Plain Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.0 mi
2/10
Benton Harbor High SchoolGrades 9-120.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Aluminum Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,In Basement,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Basement: Full

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Window features: Replacement,Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet,Wood
  • Finished area below ground: 0

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 605
  • Total interior livable area: 605 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120.5511
  • Dimensions: 11.67 x 10.33

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 169.8786
  • Dimensions: 14.67 x 11.58

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 38.2725
  • Dimensions: 6.75 x 5.67

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 137.75
  • Dimensions: 14.50 x 9.50

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 111812400119001

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,969 sqft
  • Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot size dimensions: 140 x 50

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
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters in Berrien County and Michigan

Severe Ice Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $505$6,060
Home Insurance *$88$1,056
Property Taxes $84$1,008
Electricity $188$2,259
Total$865$10,380
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$29,657/yr
40% on housing$25,950/yr
45% on housing$23,066/yr

Michigan FAIR Plan Programs

Michigan Basic Property Insurance Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 15,981Commercial: 293
Total Premiums$13.85M
Total Exposure$2.60B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.8%
5.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.0%
0.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$165This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 49022$163
Berrien County$246

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 49022$111
Berrien County$175

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-28Listed for sale$99,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentDaniel Graffenius
BrokerageCentury 21 Affiliated

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