488 W Southern Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49441
About This Home
Charming and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 1,400 sq ft of comfortable living space in the heart of Muskegon. Step inside to find a bright and inviting living room, spacious dining area, and an updated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, ample counter space, and plenty of natural light. The main floor includes a convenient bedroom and full bath, while upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, including a generously sized primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet, plus a second full bath. Hardwood floors, neutral colors, and large windows create a warm and welcoming feel throughout. The full basement provides abundant storage and potential for future use. Outside, enjoy a fenced yard with mature trees, offering privacy and space for pets, play, or entertaining. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and downtown Muskegon amenities, this home combines character, functionality, and value. Schedule your private showing today!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Window features: Replacement
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,405
- Total interior livable area: 1,405 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 24205417001000
- Zoning description: R1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Front Yard
Lot
- Lot size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 75 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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Muskegon 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 | $909 | $10,908 |
| Home Insurance * | $82 | $984 |
| Property Taxes | $164 | $1,968 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,343 | $16,116 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | Price change | $179,900 |
| 2026-06-06 | Listed for sale | $184,900 |
| 2021-11-05 | Sold | $132,000 |
| 2021-09-17 | Pending sale | $131,900 |
| 2021-05-10 | Sold | $30,000 |
| 2013-10-25 | Sold | $7,500 |
| 2013-06-21 | Price change | $7,500 |
| 2013-01-26 | Listed for sale | $9,900 |
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