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Property Description
INVESTOR SPECIAL with IMMEDIATE INCOME POTENTIAL! This spacious duplex offers an excellent opportunity to expand your investment portfolio or begin your journey into income-producing real estate. While each unit needs updating they both provide a generous living area and main floor laundry hook-ups. One unit is currently tenant-occupied, providing immediate rental income, while the second unit offers the chance to add value with some TLC and updates to reach its full potential. Both water heaters have been replaced in the last few years. Each apartment is currently 1292 square feet. Each side offers additional attic space as well. Sellers are highly motivated. Property is being sold AS-IS, sellers will make no repairs. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities this duplex has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 217 Lester Ave
General
- Price: $109,900
- Taxes: $2,460
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26034937
- Updated: 7/10/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband, Eat-in Kitchen
- Appliances: Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Unit
Location
- County: Cass
- Cross Streets: Telegraph and East Division
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Replacement
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,584
- Living Area: 2,584 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,250
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Frontage: Unimproved
- Lot Features: Level
- Zoning: 401Res Improved
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,460.19
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: . DW 1325 LOT 11 ANDREW LESTER ADD CITY OF DOWAGIAC
- Property ID: 14-160-300-284-00
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Schools
Schools serving 217 Lester Ave
School District:Dowagiac Union Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Justus Gage Elementary School 301 Oak Street, Dowagiac, MI 49047 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Dowagiac Middle School 57072 Riverside Drive, Dowagiac, MI 49047 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Union High School, Dowagiac, MI 701 West Prairie Ronde Street, Dowagiac, MI 49047 | 9-12 | 1 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 217 Lester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Listed
$109,900
1044.79%
MLS
2/01/2013
Sold
$9,600
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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 217 Lester Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,187
-48%
$79,300
6%
2023
$2,268
5%
$74,500
20%
2022
$2,164
4%
$61,900
14%
2020
$2,081
—
$54,200
15%
2020
$2,081
2%
$47,200
5%
2019
$2,042
—
$44,800
2%
2019
$2,042
118%
$44,100
22%
2018
$938
2%
$36,100
5%
2017
$919
2%
$34,400
8%
2016
$903
—
$32,000
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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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217 Lester Avenue, Dowagiac, MI 49047 (MLS# 26034937) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 217 Lester Avenue is currently listed for $109,900 and was received on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 217 Lester Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dowagiac? You can browse all Dowagiac real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

