1297 Colfax Avenue Benton Harbor, MI
1297 Colfax Avenue
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1297 Colfax Avenue

Benton Harbor, MI, 49022 Bedrooms4 Baths3.0 Sq 3,164

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Single Family Home for sale in Benton Harbor, MI

with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This 3,164 square foot home was built in 1910 on a lot size of 1.84.

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. Could be used as a STR. Conveniently located close to town; shopping, beaches, world class golf, fishing & boating in the St Joe & Paw Paw River. Bring your vision and restore a landmark. Mark your calendars!

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 0

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

3

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 3,991

Style

Victorian

Lot Size

1.84

Year Built

1910

Town/City

Benton Harbor

County/Region

Berrien

MLS | Web ID

26033333

Features
General
Sewer Public
Heating Forced Air None
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Composition
Architectural Style Victorian
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Year Built 1910
Stories Count 2
Township Benton Harbor City
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
Waterfront Features Stream/Creek
County Berrien
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
Garage Y/N N
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Napier Ave to Colfax north to Emery east. It is on the corner of Emery & Colfax. Buyer to verify all details.
City Benton Harbor
High School District Benton Harbor
Zoning Description 401
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 80074.0
Carport Y/N N
Listing Terms Cash
Land Lease Y/N N
Tax Annual Amount 3991.0
Home Warranty Y/N N
Lease Renewal Y/N N
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Rent Control Y/N N
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 52647
Legal Description THE W 317' OF LOT 3 ASS'OR PLAT NO 2 CITY OF BENTON HARBOR
Senior Community None
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Interior
Basement Full Walk-Out Access
Flooring Wood
Total Fireplaces 3
Fireplace Features Living Room Recreation Room Other
Heating Y/N N
Fireplace Y/N Y
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features In Unit
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 0.0
Main Level Bedrooms 0
Total Baths 3
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Exterior
Exterior Amenities Scrn Porch
Lot Features Corner Lot Wooded Ravine
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 1.84
Spa N
Building Area Total 3164.0
Lot Dimensions 317x254
Lot Size Acres 1.84
Road Surface Type Paved
Waterfront Y/N N
Crops Included Y/N N
Horse Y/N N
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N N
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Internal Only
Street Number 1 1297
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List By
Southwest Real Estate Llc

Broker

abaddleyswmr@gmail.com

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Nearby
250299 Elementary School
250091 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
7/2/2026$0 Listed Price

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1297 Colfax Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022 is a Single Family Home for sale at $0 with 3,164 sqft and a lot size of 1.84. 1297 Colfax Avenue has 4 bedrooms, 3.0 baths, and was built in 1910. The property's zip code is 49022 which is in Benton Harbor, MI