Sold for $182,000 on 05/24/24
$182,000
1617 Forbes St, Lansing, MI 48915
4beds
2,184sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.3 Acres Lot
$221,800 Zestimate®
$83/sqft
$1,870 Estimated rent
Home value
$221,800
$197,000 - $244,000
$1,870/mo
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What's special
1617 Forbes Lansing, Mi. This all brick home is located in the desirable McPherson Neighborhood. Big corner lot, over 1/3 acre. Detached 2 car garage with a 3 seasons screened room great for nice summer nights. Main floor has 2 big bedrooms and a full bath. There are tons of storage and linen closets and a laundry shoot. Second floor has a huge bedroom, full bathroom, lots of closets and a 4th bedroom/office (must pass thru big room to get to the 4th bedroom). This would make the ultimate master suite!!! Living room is spacious with a wood burning fireplace (seller never used it). There are lots of windows and natural light. Foyer area with closet! Formal dining room with built ins. There is a 3 seasons room off the dining room for relaxing.... Kitchen has an eat in area and all appliances stay in as is condition. This house has so much potential to be absolutely gorgeous. Seller is replacing the roof with a tear off. Will be done before closing. Room sizes are estimates, condition unknown as it is an estate. ******Sale needs court approval through the Probate Division. Seller has just begun the process and is anticipating 4 months.*****
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 28, 2024 at 08:04am
Listed by:
Angela Averill 517-712-5949,
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 280117
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 140.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 299.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 13.6
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 111.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 116.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.4
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 138.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 307.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.6 x 13.6
Other
- Description: 4 Season Room
- Level: First
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Other
- Description: Screen Porch Garage
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 8
Other
- Description: Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Oven
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Closet, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters, Natural Woodwork, Primary Downstairs
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Block,Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Basement, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,984
- Total interior livable area: 2,184 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,884
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved, Storage
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 110
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Near Public Transit, Corner Lot
Details
- Foundation area: 1100
- Parcel number: 33010117183001
- Zoning description: Zoning
- Special conditions: Probate Listing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Lansing
- Subdivision: McPherson
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional,FHA,MSHDA
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $2,200$1/sqft |
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| 7/31/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 5/24/2024 | Sold | $182,000+1.2%$83/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/22/2024 | Pending sale | $179,900$82/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/15/2024 | Contingent | $179,900$82/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,536 | $108,700 +11.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $97,100 +1.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $95,800 +11.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Westside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NARiddle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10J.W. Sexton High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Lewton SchoolGrades: PK-7Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lansing
Source: Greater Lansing AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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