Welcome to this spacious 1,900 sq. ft. ranch, tucked away on a secluded in-town lot! This home offers an incredible amount of living space with three bedrooms and the potential for a fourth main-floor bedroom, playroom, or home office. The large, open kitchen features an island and plenty of natural light from the skylight, and all appliances are included. The primary bedroom has its own three-season room, creating a great space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Recently restored hardwood floors and fresh paint give the home a refreshed feel throughout. Downstairs, the open basement provides even more possibilities, including space for up to two additional non-conforming bedrooms. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard and large deck—perfect for entertaining, pets, or play. With over 3,100 square feet total and so many flexible spaces, this home offers a rare amount of room and privacy while still being conveniently located in town!
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$240,000
181 Shellenberger Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037
3beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.3 Acres Lot
$234,300 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced yardSecluded in-town lotLarge open kitchenRecently restored hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Liz Beischer 231-329-3877,
Five Star Real Estate 269-459-7898
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26042354
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Basement
Dining area
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Recreation
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Replacement
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,900
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 250
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 99 x 132
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 7850070060
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Battle Creek
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $79,347
- Annual tax amount: $4,124
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$234,300
$223,000 - $246,000
$1,414/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+128.6%$126/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26042354 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2026 | Sold | $105,000-20.5%$55/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2019 | Sold | $132,000-3.3%$69/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #19014077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2019 | Price change | $136,500-2.2%$72/sqft |
Source: Five Star Real Estate #19014077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2019 | Pending sale | $139,500$73/sqft |
Source: Five Star Real Estate #19014077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2019 | Price change | $139,500-3.7%$73/sqft |
Source: Five Star Real Estate #19014077 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $144,900$76/sqft |
Source: Five Star Real Estate #19014077 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,985 +10.5% | $102,100 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $3,606 | $95,510 +22.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $78,098 +8.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $71,823 +6.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $67,578 +0.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $67,292 +29.1% |
| 2018 | $1,882 +3.8% | $52,123 +20.7% |
| 2017 | $1,814 | $43,199 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $1,814 +2.1% | $40,710 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $1,777 | $39,763 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $1,777 | $38,554 -6.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $41,364 -18.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $50,861 |
| 2010 | -- | $50,861 -2.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $52,031 |
| 2008 | -- | $52,031 -6% |
| 2006 | -- | $55,379 +4.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $53,194 -3.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $55,308 +5.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $52,550 |
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Neighborhood: 49037
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NALamora Park SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.3 mi
- NANorthwestern Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Battle Creek Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
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