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1005 E Front St, Buchanan, MI, 49107

1beds
1baths
688sqft
$95,000
$138price/sqft
$788/moest. monthly cost
$31,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Bring your vision to life with this 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offering 688 sq ft of living space and incredible opportunity in the heart of Buchanan. Situated on a high-visibility main road surrounded by thriving commercial properties, this property offers the flexibility to remain residential or explore mixed-use possibilities (check with the city for zoning options). While the home is in need of significant renovation, the flat lot, detached 2-car garage, and additional storage shed provide a strong foundation for your next project. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or builder, this property's strategic location and dual-use potential make it a standout opportunity in Buchanan's growing market.

Getting Around

59
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
39
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
8/10
Buchanan High SchoolGrades 8-120.8 mi
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Ottawa Elementary SchoolGrades PK-11.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1953

Materials

  • Roof: Composition,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Laundry Closet,Main Level

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Heating

  • Heating features: Space Heater,Wood

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 688
  • Total interior livable area: 688 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 11.00 x 9.00

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 121
  • Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 60
  • Dimensions: 10.00 x 6.00

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 140
  • Dimensions: 14.00 x 10.00

Other

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 56
  • Dimensions: 8.00 x 7.00

Utility Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 63
  • Dimensions: 9.00 x 7.00

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 115867700066018

Features

  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.78 Acres
  • Features: Level,Sidewalk
  • Lot size dimensions: 84 x 427

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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 WaveRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Hail
Inland Flooding
Tornado
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 $480$5,760
Home Insurance *$40$480
Property Taxes $80$960
Electricity $188$2,259
Total$788$9,456
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$27,017/yr
40% on housing$23,640/yr
45% on housing$21,013/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

$138This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 49107$205
Berrien County$246

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 49107$186
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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-08Listed for sale$95,000
2026-04-21Contingent$95,000
2026-02-15Listed for sale$95,000
2026-02-11Contingent$95,000
2025-11-11Listed for sale$95,000
2025-10-27Contingent$95,000
2025-10-20Listed for sale$95,000
2018-10-23Sold$50,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJulie Dalson Scott
BrokerageCentury 21 Affiliated

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