Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/20/2026
Listed
$169,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home conveniently located across from Marquette Elementary in Muskegon! This well-maintained estate property offers a great opportunity for buyers looking for space, character, and potential. Inside, you'll find a functional layout with a spacious basement featuring ample storage and a finished rec room--perfect for entertaining, hobbies, or get-togethers. The home has been lovingly cared for over the years and is ready for its next chapter. Step outside to enjoy a fully fenced yard with mature landscaping, offering both privacy and charm. A deck just off the kitchen provides a great space for outdoor dining or morning coffee. The property also includes a detached 2-stall garage with plenty of additional storage, plus an extra shed in the backyard for tools and equipment. The condition of the home is being sold as-is as part of an estate, presenting a wonderful opportunity to make it your own while benefiting from its solid upkeep and desirable location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1040 James Ave
General
- Price: $169,000
- Taxes: $1,478
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26011000
- Updated: 3/20/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached
Location
- County: Muskegon
- Cross Streets: Bennett
- Driving Directions: From Marquette Ave, take right on Bennett St, turn right on James Ave. Home is on the right.
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Other
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Other
- Basement: Yes
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,088
- Living Area: 1,088 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,504
- Lot Dimensions: 140 x 105
- Frontage: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,478.46
- Terms: Cash, FHA, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: CITY OF MUSKEGON URBAN RENEWAL PLAT NO 3 LOT 522
- Property ID: 24-612-000-0522-00
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Schools
Schools serving 1040 James Ave
School District:Muskegon City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Marquette School 480 Bennett Street, Muskegon, MI 49442 | PK-6 | 0.1 mi |
Muskegon Middle School 1150 Amity Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Muskegon High School 80 West Southern Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49441 | 8-12 | 1.9 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1040 James Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 1040 James Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,582
3%
$73,600
-6%
2023
$1,540
4%
$78,600
12%
2022
$1,478
2%
$69,900
51%
2021
$1,452
3%
$46,300
7%
2020
$1,409
2%
$43,300
16%
2019
$1,383
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$37,300
15%
2019
$1,383
2%
$32,500
6%
2018
$1,353
4%
$30,700
2%
2017
$1,306
2%
$30,100
3%
2016
$1,284
2%
$29,100
1%
2014
$1,263
—
$28,700
-2%
2014
$1,263
9%
$29,400
3%
2013
$1,159
—
$28,600
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 11 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,344Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,520Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,284Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,192Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 11 hours ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,040Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 936Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 3,146Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 5Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,632Sq. Ft.
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1040 James Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442 (MLS# 26011000) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1040 James Avenue is currently listed for $169,000 and was received on March 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 1040 James Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Muskegon? You can browse all Muskegon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.