861 Paw Paw Ave, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
About This Home
Roof, exterior vinyl siding, soffits/facia, storm windows and gas forced air furnace all replaced in 2024. Municipal water and sewer. Nice, elevated views, short distance to Lake Michigan and Harbor Shores Golf Course. Low traffic location in rear yard, alley access from Campbell St. Plenty of potential and instant equity after needed interior updating.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Materials
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Basement: Full
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 119
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 17.00
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 312
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 24.00
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Window features: Storms
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 954
- Total interior livable area: 954 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 15.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 15.00
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 110312000005000
- Zoning description: 401res
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Level
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 122
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
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Berrien 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 | $503 | $6,036 |
| Home Insurance * | $88 | $1,056 |
| Property Taxes | $128 | $1,536 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $907 | $10,884 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-05 | Listed for sale | $117,000 |
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