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Property Description
Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-full, and 2-half-bath ranch offering 1,644 finished square feet of open-concept living space, perfectly situated on 8.5 private, wooded acres. The main level boasts soaring vaulted ceilings anchored by handsome wooden beams, seamlessly connecting the living and dining areas to the kitchen, complete with a center island and stylish concrete countertops. Upstairs, a versatile upper-level loft currently serves as the 3rd bedroom or bonus space, which can easily be closed off for complete privacy if desired. Step outside to a large deck built for entertaining, overlooking your personal haven accessed via a private drive. The property features serene wooded views, established trails throughout the acreage, and a dedicated fire pit area perfect for evening gatherings. Additional conveniences include an attached 2+ car garage with a dedicated half bath, mud room and laundry area. Nestled in an unbeatable location, you are just 0.4 miles from downtown and Lawrence Park, 0.5 miles to local schools, and 2 miles from I-94, putting Lake Michigan, local wineries, dining, and shopping all within easy reach.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 557 W James St
General
- Price: $289,000
- Taxes: $3,268
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26045636
- Updated: 8/27/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Location
- County: Van Buren
- Cross Streets: Michigan St. & W James
- Driving Directions: Take exit 52 from I-94. Turn left onto 52nd St/N County Rd 365. Continue onto S Paw Paw St. Turn left onto W James St
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Screens, Replacement
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,644
- Living Area: 1,644 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1992
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 8.45
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 368,082
- Lot Dimensions: Irregular
- Frontage: Paved
- Lot Features: Level, Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,268.91
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: 682-F2 9-3-15 969-940 1026-681 1030-416, 417 1060-375, 376 1356-318 1423-462 1547-321 1572-885 1655-797 1690-341 1713-363 1761-248 *** COM AT SE COR OF SEC, TH N 89 DEG 53'10
- Property ID: 80-44-255-002-30
Listed by Mitten Shores Real Estate, LLC, Shannon Storino
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Price & Sales History for 557 W James St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/27/2026
Listed
$289,000
0.7%
MLS
12/29/2023
Sold
$287,000
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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 557 W James St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$976
—
$116,600
9%
2025
$976
-47%
$107,000
19%
2020
$1,836
—
$89,900
15%
2020
$1,836
—
$78,100
10%
2020
$1,836
-50%
$70,900
25%
2020
$3,672
100%
$56,600
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2020
100%
$56,600
4%
2019
100%
$54,400
1%
2018
-100%
$53,600
25%
2016
$1,235
-1%
$42,800
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2015
$1,244
—
$42,800
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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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557 W James Street, Lawrence, MI 49064 (MLS# 26045636) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 2 partial bathrooms. 557 W James Street is currently listed for $289,000 and was received on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 557 W James Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lawrence? You can browse all Lawrence real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
