Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
3,164
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
80,074
Status:
Active
List Date:
7/02/2026
Last Modified:
7/02/2026
1297 Colfax Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
New Listing
Overview
Description
Listing Details MLS# 26033333
Location Property Info
- County
- Berrien
- Street #
- 1297
- Street Name
- Colfax
- Suffix
- Avenue
- State
- MI
- Zip Code
- 49022
- Zip (4)
- 5911
General Property Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Measurement
- Acres
- Lot Acres
- 1.84
- Lot Square Footage
- 80074
- Lot Dimensions
- 317x254
- Year Built
- 1910
- Road Frontage
- 317
- Garage Y/N
- No
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Total Fireplaces
- 3
- Income Property
- No
- Total Rooms AG
- 10
- Total Fin SqFt All Levels
- 3164
- SqFt Above Grade
- 3164
- Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
- 1732
- Building Total SqFt
- 3164
- Total Beds Above Grade
- 4
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Total Baths
- 3
- Main Level Primary
- No
- Stories
- 2
- School District
- Benton Harbor
- Association YN
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Basement
- Yes
- Below Grade Finished SqFt
- 0
Tax Info
- Tax ID #
- 11-51-0802-0003-00-5
- Taxable Value
- 52647
- SEV
- 112100
- For Tax Year
- 2026
- Seller's Annual Property Tax
- 3991
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Spec Assessment & Type
- none known
- Zoning
- 401
- Homestead %
- 0
Remarks Misc
- Directions
- Napier Ave to Colfax north to Emery east. It is on the corner of Emery & Colfax. Buyer to verify all details.
Waterfront Options
- Water Access Y/N
- No
More Information
Access Feat
- Accessibility Features
- No
Upper Rooms
- Upper Bedrooms
- 4
- Upper Full Baths
- Yes
- Upper Level Square Feet
- 1330
- Total Baths Above Grade
- 2
Main Rooms
- Main Full Baths
- Yes
- Main Level SQFT
- 1910
Basement Rooms
- Basement Full Baths
- Yes
- Total Basement SQFT
- 1700
- Basement Finished SQFT
- 0
Location & Property Info
- Cross Streets
- Emery Ave
- Property Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Municipality
- Benton Harbor City
Office/Contract Info
- Auction or For Sale
- Auction
- List Price/SqFt
- 0
Remarks & Misc
- Public Remarks
- Own an irreplaceable piece of history. Hitting the auction block on July 17, this grand Victorian estate was once the private home of famous early-1900s actress, Katie Putnam. It commands a breathtaking, private wooded ravine corner lot featuring a scenic natural stream--a magical, park-like setting you simply cannot replicate.Inside, the home boasts spectacular architectural character just waiting to be brought back to its full glory. It features a dramatic exterior turret rising from the foundation to the roofline, an impressive grand open staircase, stained-glass windows, high ceilings, and multiple historic fireplaces.This is the ultimate dream project for anyone looking to execute a high-end, top-to-bottom restoration and create a true showstopper.Bring your vision and restore a landmark. Mark your calendars!
- Legal
- THE W 317' OF LOT 3 ASS'OR PLAT NO 2 CITY OF BENTON HARBOR
Water Type
- Stream/Creek
- Yes
Lot Description
- Corner Lot
- Yes
- Ravine
- Yes
- Wooded
- Yes
Street Type
- Paved
- Yes
- Public
- Yes
Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Yes
Water
- Public
- Yes
Terms Available
- Cash
- Yes
Mineral Rights
- Unknown
- Yes
Laundry Features
- In Unit
- Yes
Exterior Material
- Wood Siding
- Yes
Roofing
- Composition
- Yes
Heat Source
- None
- Yes
Sale Conditions
- None
- Yes
Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Yes
- None
- Yes
Lower Rooms
- Lower Finished SQFT
- 0
- Total Lower SQFT
- 0
Substructure
- Full
- Yes
- Walk-Out Access
- Yes
Fireplace
- Living Room
- Yes
- Recreation Room
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Scrn Porch
- Yes
Patio and Porch Features
- Porch(es)
- Yes
Flooring
- Wood
- Yes
Architectural Style
- Victorian
- Yes
Possession
- Close Of Escrow
- Yes
Property Features
Water Type:
Stream/Creek
Laundry Features:
In Unit
Exterior Material:
Wood Siding
Roofing:
Composition
Substructure:
Full; Walk-Out Access
Lot Description:
Corner Lot; Ravine; Wooded
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Water:
Public
Fireplace:
Living Room; Recreation Room; Other
Heat Source:
None
Heat Type:
Forced Air; None
Exterior Features:
Scrn Porch
Flooring:
Wood
Patio and Porch Features:
Porch(es)
Architectural Style:
Victorian
Street Type:
Paved; Public
Mineral Rights:
Unknown
Terms Available:
Cash
Possession:
Close Of Escrow
Sale Conditions:
None
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | 12.00 | 12.00 | Main | |
| Dining Room | 17.00 | 12.00 | Main | Formal |
| Dining Area | ||||
| Family Room | 17.00 | 14.00 | Main | |
| Living Room | 18.00 | 11.00 | Main | |
| Recreation | 17.00 | 12.00 | Main | |
| Den | 12.00 | 9.00 | Main | |
| Laundry | ||||
| Primary Bedroom | 15.00 | 12.00 | Upper | |
| Primary Bathroom | ||||
| Bathroom 1 | ||||
| Bathroom 2 | ||||
| Bedroom 2 | 15.00 | 12.00 | Upper | |
| Bedroom 3 | 16.00 | 9.00 | Upper | |
| Bedroom 4 | 12.00 | 11.00 | Upper | |
| Bedroom 5 | ||||
| Other | ||||
| Other | ||||
| Other | ||||
| Other | ||||
| Other |
Listing Office:
Southwest Real Estate LLC
Listing Agent:
Ashlie M Baddley
Last Updated: July - 02 - 2026
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