Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,440
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
10,408
Status:
Active Backup
Current Price:
$259,900
List Date:
1/09/2026
Last Modified:
2/11/2026
144 Downey Drive, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
$259,900
Description
Step into turnkey perfection in the heart of Fairplain! This fully refreshed 3-bed, 2-bath home pairs classic brick curb appeal with today's most-wanted upgrades. Inside, natural light highlights refinished hardwood that flows seamlessly through an open living and dining area—perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining.The chef-ready kitchen steals the show with new modern cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, subway-tile backsplash, and all-new stainless-steel appliances. Both bathrooms shine with designer tile, fresh fixtures, and stylish vanities, offering a spa-like retreat on every level.All the behind-the-scenes essentials have been tackled for you: updated electrical, plumbing, furnace, water heater and modern lighting mean worry-free living for years to come. When the day is done, unwind in the fenced backyard—ideal for play, pets, or weekend gatherings.Don't miss your chance to call this Fairplain beauty home—schedule your private tour today!
More Information MLS# 26001043
Location & Property Info
Cross Streets: Colfax
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Area: Southwestern Michigan - S
Municipality: St. Joseph Twp
Office/Contract Info
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 180.49
Ownership Type: Private Owned
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Dimensions: 77x130
Road Frontage: 77
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Waterfront: No
Income Property: No
Basement: Yes
Total Rooms AG: 7
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1986
SqFt Above Grade: 1440
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 546
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 546
Building Total SqFt: 2532
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: 1
School District: Benton Harbor
Association YN: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.24
Lot Square Footage: 10408
Year Built: 1956
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 2
Tax Info
Taxable Value: 65337
SEV: 98700
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 1885
Tax Year: 2024
Homestead %: 0
Spec Assessment & Type: NA
Tax ID #: 11-18-5400-0020-00-0
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: Step into turnkey perfection in the heart of Fairplain! This fully refreshed 3-bed, 2-bath home pairs classic brick curb appeal with today's most-wanted upgrades. Inside, natural light highlights refinished hardwood that flows seamlessly through an open living and dining area—perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining.The chef-ready kitchen steals the show with new modern cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, subway-tile backsplash, and all-new stainless-steel appliances. Both bathrooms shine with designer tile, fresh fixtures, and stylish vanities, offering a spa-like retreat on every level.All the behind-the-scenes essentials have been tackled for you: updated electrical, plumbing, furnace, water heater and modern lighting mean worry-free living for years to come. When the day is done, unwind in the fenced backyard—ideal for play, pets, or weekend gatherings.Don't miss your chance to call this Fairplain beauty home—schedule your private tour today!
Legal: LOT 20 NICKERSON ACRES
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: No
Lot Description
Level: 1
Other Structures
Shed(s): 1
Street Type
Paved: 1
Utilities Attached
High Speed Internet: 1
Natural Gas Connected: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Water
Public: 1
Terms Available
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
VA Loan: 1
Mineral Rights
Unknown: 1
Laundry Features
In Basement: 1
Exterior Material
Brick: 1
Roofing
Asphalt: 1
Parking Features
Attached: 1
Heat Source
Natural Gas: 1
Sale Conditions
None: 1
Heat Type
Forced Air: 1
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Total Baths Above Grade: 2
Main Rooms
Main Bedrooms: 3
Main Full Baths: 1
Main Half Baths: 1
Main Level SQFT: 1440
Lower Rooms
Lower Finished SQFT: 0
Total Lower SQFT: 0
Basement Rooms
Basement Finished SQFT: 546
Total Basement SQFT: 1092
Driveway
Concrete: 1
Paved: 1
Substructure
Full: 1
Windows
Replacement: 1
Kitchen Features
Pantry: 1
Fireplace
Living Room: 1
Additional Items
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Garage Door Opener: 1
Sump Pump: 1
Appliances
Microwave: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Fencing
Fenced Back: 1
Flooring
Vinyl: 1
Wood: 1
Architectural Style
Ranch: 1
Location Property Info
County: Berrien
Street #: 144
Street Name: Downey
Suffix: Drive
State: MI
Zip Code: 49022
Zip (4): 6822
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active Backup
List Price: $259,900
Current Price: $259,900
Listing Date: 2026-01-09
Remarks Misc
Directions: Colfax to Downey . Home will be on your left. Look for sign.
Property Features
Laundry Features: In Basement
Exterior Material: Brick
Roofing: Asphalt
Windows: Replacement
Substructure: Full
Lot Description: Level
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities Attached: High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Connected
Kitchen Features: Pantry
Fireplace: Living Room
Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); Garage Door Opener; Sump Pump
Appliances: Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Forced Air
Fencing: Fenced Back
Flooring: Vinyl; Wood
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Parking Features: Attached
Architectural Style: Ranch
Driveway: Concrete; Paved
Street Type: Paved
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
Sale Conditions: None
Room Information
Kitchen
Length: 11.00
Length: 11.00
Width: 10.00
Level: Main
Width: 10.00
Living Room
Length: 21.00
Length: 21.00
Width: 17.00
Level: Main
Width: 17.00
Dining Room
Length: 14.00
Length: 14.00
Width: 11.00
Level: Main
Width: 11.00
Primary Bedroom
Length: 15.00
Length: 15.00
Width: 11.00
Level: Main
Width: 11.00
Bedroom 2
Length: 13.00
Length: 13.00
Width: 10.00
Level: Main
Width: 10.00
Bedroom 3
Length: 10.00
Length: 10.00
Width: 11.00
Level: Main
Width: 11.00
Primary Bathroom
Length: 8.00
Length: 8.00
Width: 6.00
Level: Main
Width: 6.00
Bathroom 1
Length: 4.00
Length: 4.00
Width: 5.00
Level: Main
Width: 5.00
Recreation
Length: 39.00
Length: 39.00
Width: 14.00
Level: Lower
Width: 14.00
Listing Office:
RE/MAX by the Lake
Listing Agent:
Brian Waite
Last Updated: February - 11 - 2026
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