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1812 Bell Rd, Niles, MI, 49120

1beds
1baths
1,530sqft
$169,900
$111price/sqft
$1,363/moest. monthly cost
$54,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Embrace the best of both worlds with this rare 5-acre parcel in Niles, perfectly positioned less than a mile from Brandywine High School and the convenience of the Niles Walmart Supercenter. This classic ranch home provides the privacy and space of country living without sacrificing everyday conveniences.The home itself offers a fantastic, single-level floor plan with great structural bones. While it is in need of updates and repairs, it presents a golden opportunity for buyers looking to build equity and design their dream home. The expansive 5-acre lot is a major draw, offering plenty of space for outbuildings, gardens, livestock, or just enjoying the peace and quiet.Whether you are an investor looking for a profitable fixer-upper or a homeowner wanting to customize a property to your exact specifications, this acreage is an unbeatable opportunity in the Brandywine school district.

Getting Around

7
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
5/10
Brandywine Middle SchoolGrades 7-80.5 mi
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2006

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Other

Basement

  • Basement: Partial

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0

Heating

  • Heating features: Other

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,530
  • Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 111401120010020

Features

  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 5 Acres
  • Features: Flag Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 160 x 1360

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: 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
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Hail
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 $859$10,308
Home Insurance *$100$1,200
Property Taxes $216$2,592
Electricity $188$2,259
Total$1,363$16,356
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$46,731/yr
40% on housing$40,890/yr
45% on housing$36,346/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

$111This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 49120$132
Berrien County$246

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 49120$152
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
2026-06-15Price change$169,900
2026-06-01Listed for sale$180,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAlex Caban
BrokerageBon Realty

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