413 Alvena Ave, Battle Creek, MI, 49017
About This Home
Welcome to a truly unique opportunity in desirable Pennfield Township! Nestled on a generous lot, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy, potential, and convenience. The standout feature of this property is its incredible backyard setting. Backing directly to 53 acres of Pennfield Township-owned land, you'll enjoy peaceful natural views, abundant wildlife, and the rare luxury of having no rear neighbors. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee, entertaining guests, or simply unwinding after a long day, the expansive backdrop creates a serene retreat that is difficult to find. Inside, you'll discover beautiful hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and spacious living areas filled with opportunity. Major updates have already been completed for peace of mind, including a newer well (2019), furnace (2020), central air conditioning (2020), and water heater (2021). The fully fenced backyard provides plenty of room for pets, play, gardening, or outdoor gatherings while enjoying the privacy and tranquility of the surrounding landscape. With solid mechanicals, strong bones, and room to add your personal touches, this home presents an excellent opportunity to build equity and create the home you've always envisioned. Seller is offering a $10,000 concession toward a future roof replacement. The roof is older but currently has no known leaks or functional issues. Please note: Listing photos may include virtual staging, AI-assisted enhancements, or digital editing for brightness, decluttering, lawn enhancement, or other cosmetic improvements intended to showcase the property's potential. These images are for marketing purposes only and may not represent the property's exact current condition. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own inspections and verify all property features and conditions.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Crawl Space,Poured
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 240
- Finished area above ground: 1,300
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 X 8
Living Room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 X 13
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Lower
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1864501200
- Special condition: Short Sale No,Standard
Features
- Levels: Tri Level
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 82.5 x 132
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage 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
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Calhoun 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 * | $137 | $1,644 |
| Property Taxes | $395 | $4,740 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,680 | $20,160 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $189,999 |
| 2026-06-19 | Price change | $199,999 |
| 2026-06-12 | Listed for sale | $215,000 |
| 2024-01-31 | Sold | $150,000 |
| 2023-12-30 | Pending sale | $145,000 |
| 2023-12-24 | Price change | $145,000 |
| 2023-12-15 | Price change | $149,500 |
| 2023-12-09 | Pending sale | $153,500 |
| 2023-12-06 | Price change | $153,500 |
| 2023-12-01 | Listed for sale | $155,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2019-10-23 | Sold | $74,000 |
| 2018-02-12 | Listing removed | $71,000 |
| 2017-12-03 | Price change | $71,000 |
| 2017-09-22 | Price change | $74,000 |
| 2017-08-05 | Price change | $77,000 |
| 2017-07-19 | Price change | $80,000 |
| 2017-05-25 | Price change | $84,000 |
| 2017-05-10 | Listed for sale | $86,000 |
| 2008-03-31 | Sold | $70,000 |
| 2007-01-23 | Sold | $129,900 |
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