Welcome to 409 Rust Ave - a historic gem in the heart of downtown Big Rapids! This spacious 2,800 sq ft home is bursting with character and charm, lovingly preserved by the current owner. Step inside to find a generous main floor featuring a large primary bedroom, cozy den, full bath, dedicated laundry room, and a sprawling living room with a statement fireplace. The oversized dining room is ready for gatherings of all kinds! Upstairs you'll find four additional bedrooms and another full bath - plenty of space for guests, hobbies, or a growing crew. Outside, the perks keep coming: a fully fenced double lot, an oversized two-stall garage, plus a carriage house. Whether you're hosting under the stars or enjoying quiet mornings on the porch, there's no shortage of outdoor space to spread out and enjoy.
Major updates include a brand new furnace, A/C, and water heater; comfort and peace of mind, covered. All this just steps from the community pool, local shops, restaurants, and Ferris State University. Historic soul meets everyday convenience - come see what makes this home on Rust Avenue truly special.
Active
$219,900
409 Rust Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
5beds
2,610sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$84/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced double lotOversized two-stall garageGenerous main floorLarge primary bedroomCarriage houseOversized dining roomStatement fireplace
- 34 days
- on Zillow |
- 627 |
- 40 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 09:34am
Listed by:
Lauren Rockel 616-450-3448,
Keller Williams GR North (Main) 616-447-9100
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25035706

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Crawl Space,Michigan Basement,Slab
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,610
- Total interior livable area: 2,610 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Carport
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Play Equipment
- Fencing: Other,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 78 x 200
- Features: Level, Sidewalk, Ground Cover, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Parcel number: 541715229003
- Zoning description: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Big Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $84/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,677
- Annual tax amount: $3,870
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
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