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Property Description
Walk-Out Bungalow Featuring Bonus Detached Shop This residential canvas is a premier distressed asset play for contractors looking to unlock equity in Benton Charter Township. This features a solid traditional layout with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and spacious living areas ready for updates. Features a separate detached shop building perfect for massive resale appeal, storage, or workshop needs. Positioned on a level lot minutes from downtown, Lake Michigan, and major commuter routes. Ideal rental investment or small rehab project with clear exit strategies. Sold as-is.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 490 4th St
General
- Price: $39,000
- Taxes: $1,193
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26030813
- Updated: 7/27/2026
- Added to Site: 67 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Detached
Location
- County: Berrien
- Cross Streets: Territorial Rd
- Driving Directions: When leaving Benton Harbor city center take Territorial Rd East bound then turn right onto 4th Street before Millburg
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Wood Siding, Other
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 825
- Living Area: 825 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,389
- Lot Dimensions: 51 x 130
- Lot Features: Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,193
- Terms: Other, Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LOT 72 TOWN OF MILLBURG
- Property ID: 11-03-5020-0072-00-2
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Schools
Schools serving 490 4th St
School District:Benton Harbor Area Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Discovery Enrichment Center 465 South McCord Street, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 | PK-K | 5 mi |
Sorter International Elementary School 750 East Britain Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 | 1-3 | 5.1 mi |
Fair Plain East Elementary 1995 Union Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 | 4-5 | 5.7 mi |
Fair Plain Middle School 120 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 | 6-8 | 6.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 490 4th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/22/2026
Price Reduced
$39,000
-13.33%
MLS
6/20/2026
Listed
$45,000
78.22%
MLS
9/17/2025
Sold
$25,250
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 490 4th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,327
11%
$44,900
9%
2024
$1,193
22%
$41,200
7%
2023
$979
5%
$38,400
6%
2022
$934
59%
$36,100
7%
2021
$588
1%
$33,800
10%
2020
$580
-34%
$30,800
-8%
2019
$877
7%
$33,300
11%
2018
$817
50%
$29,900
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2017
$546
2%
$29,900
5%
2016
$534
—
$28,600
8%
2015
$532
—
$26,400
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 490 4th St
490 4th Street, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (MLS# 26030813) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 490 4th Street is currently listed for $39,000 and was received on June 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 490 4th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Benton Harbor? You can browse all Benton Harbor real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

