1508 Forres Avenue, St. Joseph, MI 49085

$665,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,992 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Sold
Current Price: $665,000 List Date: 6/09/2026 Last Modified: 8/31/2026

Overview

Description

Set on an oversized 1.5 lot across from Milton Park along one of downtown St. Joseph's most treasured brick streets, this beautifully preserved and updated historic home offers nearly 3,000 square feet of living space just blocks from Lions/Park access & Silver Beach, downtown shops and restaurants, the farmers market, festivals, and Lake Michigan sunsets.Rich original woodwork, hardwood floors, crown molding, built in cabinetry, oversized windows, and gracious room sizes showcase the craftsmanship and character that define St. Joseph's finest historic homes. Extensive updates include approximately $50,000 in Renewal by Andersen windows, a new roof and gutter guards in 2024, fresh interior and exterior paint, new garage door, updated primary shower, and new gas fireplace insert.Relax on the expansive covered front porch with its classic porch swing, enjoy the historic covered carriage entrance, and experience one of Southwest Michigan's most desirable walkable neighborhoods.

Supplements: The flexible floor plan features a welcoming living room with new gas fireplace insert, formal dining room, spacious family room with French doors to the expansive deck, eat in kitchen with walk in butler's pantry, and a main floor bedroom, office, or bonus room. Upstairs offers 3 spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with updated shower and ...

Listing Details MLS# 26027967

Location Property Info

County
Berrien
Street #
1508
Street Name
Forres
Suffix
Avenue
State
MI
Zip Code
49085
Zip (4)
1578

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.2
Lot Square Footage
8712
Lot Dimensions
66' x 132'
Year Built
1911
Road Frontage
66
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
Yes
Income Property
No
Total Rooms AG
9
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
2992
SqFt Above Grade
2992
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
1400
Building Total SqFt
4392
Total Beds Above Grade
4
Total Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
3
Main Level Primary
No
Stories
2
School District
St. Joseph
Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School
Middle School
Upton Middle School
High School
St. Joseph High School
Association YN
No
Waterfront
No
Body of Water
Lake Michigan
Statewide Lakes & Rivers
Lake Michigan

Tax Info

Tax ID #
11-76-0026-0048-00-5
Taxable Value
171632
SEV
264000
For Tax Year
2024
Seller's Annual Property Tax
6726
Tax Year
2024
Homestead %
100
Spec Assessment & Type
None known

Remarks Misc

Directions
Niles Avenue to Winchester to right on Forres Ave

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date
2026-07-16
Sold Date
2026-07-24
Sold Price/SqFt
222.26

More Information

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
Yes

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
3
Upper Full Baths
2
Upper Level Square Feet
1425
Total Baths Above Grade
3

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
Yes
Main Half Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
1567

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT
1400

Property Features

Water Type: Lake Laundry Features: Laundry Closet; Upper Level Exterior Material: Stucco; Wood Siding Roofing: Composition; Shingle Windows: Replacement; Storms Substructure: Crawl Space; Partial Lot Description: Level; Sidewalk Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; Electricity Available; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Available; Phone Available Kitchen Features: Eating Area; Pantry Fireplace: Gas Log; Living Room Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); Garage Door Opener Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air; Window Unit(s) Fencing: Fenced Back Flooring: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Tile; Wood Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Patio; Porch(es) Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Landscape: Decor Fence; Flower Garden; Garden Area; Ground Cover; Shrubs/Hedges; Underground Sprinkler Parking Features: Detached Architectural Style: Traditional Driveway: Paved Street Type: Paved; Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room NameRemarks
Kitchen
Dining RoomFormal
Family Room
Living Room
Den
Primary Bedroom
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Other
Dining Area
Laundry
Primary Bathroom
IDX
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Last Updated: August - 31 - 2026
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