223 S 8th St, Lansing, MI, 48912
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully updated Victorian brick home offering timeless character with modern conveniences in the heart of Lansing. Featuring 5 bedrooms and over 1600 square feet of living space, this home offers a spacious layout with a welcoming covered front porch, hardwood floors, and plenty of room for comfortable living. Inside, you'll find an inviting floor plan with a living room, family room, dining room, and updated kitchen featuring modern conveniences. The main floor bedroom offers flexibility, while the first-floor bath is conveniently accessible from both the kitchen and bedroom and features a classic clawfoot tub/shower combination, newer vanity, newer stool, and updated fixtures. Additional bedrooms are located upstairs, providing flexible space for a variety of needs. Recent improvements include a roof tear-off and new shingles within the last five years, refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, replacement windows, and newer mechanical systems. The basement provides additional storage and laundry space, while the fenced backyard offers a private outdoor setting for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Conveniently located near downtown Lansing, shopping, dining, and area amenities, this historic Victorian brick home blends classic architectural appeal with thoughtful updates and is ready for its next owner. Schedule your private showing today!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1896
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Victorian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 151.375
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 128.96
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
- Area: 108.56
Bedroom5
- Level: Second
- Area: 102.60000000000001
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 117.36999999999999
Family Room
- Level: First
- Area: 138
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Chandelier,High Speed Internet,Laminate Counters,Natural Woodwork
- Window features: Blinds,Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Linoleum
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,616
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,928
- Total interior livable area: 1,616 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 153.9
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 170
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 109.44
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 33010115306051
- Zoning description: Zoning
- Foundation area: 312
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch,Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Downtown,Neighborhood
Lot
- Lot size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: City Lot,Few Trees,Front Yard,Gentle Sloping,Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 44 x 116
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,No Garage,Off Street,On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Ice Storm
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ingham 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 | $960 | $11,520 |
| Home Insurance * | $120 | $1,440 |
| Property Taxes | $278 | $3,336 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,546 | $18,552 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Listed for sale | $189,900 |
| 2026-06-30 | Listing removed | $1,695 |
| 2026-06-21 | Listed for rent | $1,695 |
| 2026-06-12 | Listing removed | $1,695 |
| 2026-05-06 | Listed for rent | $1,695 |
| 2026-04-02 | Listing removed | $1,695 |
| 2026-03-12 | Listed for rent | $1,695 |
| 2023-12-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-11-07 | Price change | $1,395 |
| 2023-08-31 | Listed for rent | $1,450 |
| 2023-01-17 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-10-27 | Price change | $114,900 |
| 2022-10-03 | Listed for sale | $119,900 |
| 2010-01-19 | Sold | $21,000 |
| 2009-05-07 | Sold | $16,000 |
| 2006-05-31 | Sold | $81,000 |
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