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Property Description
Discover this charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom single-family residence in Watervliet, Michigan, offering 864 square feet of comfortable living space, a large basement for storage, plus a HUGE 20' x 22' two-car garage with a covered sitting porch off the back! Situated on one of the rare remaining double lots in the area, this property offers generous outdoor space with plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, future expansion, or other outdoor pursuits. The property is accessible from both the front and the back for added convenience. Originally built with character, the home was completely remodeled in 2021-2022, including a new furnace, central air conditioner, water heater, windows, plumbing, and an updated electrical system with a new electrical panel and meter. Additional improvements include a new water softener, garage door, kitchen cabinets, kitchen appliances, fresh interior paint, and new siding on the garage. The master bedroom is spacious with a large walk in closet. Immense dining room with a pantry that doubles great as extra counter space for small appliances because of its ample outlets! This compact yet functional home presents an excellent opportunity for first-time homebuyers, those looking to downsize, or investors seeking a well-updated property in a desirable Watervliet location. Conveniently located in the heart of Watervliet, this home is just minutes from Paw Paw Lake, the Paw Paw River kayak launch, local parks, shopping, and dining. Spend your weekends boating, fishing, or exploring Southwest Michigan's renowned wineries and farm markets, with Silver Beach, Jean Klock Park, Harbor Shores Golf Club, and downtown St. Joseph all just a short 20-minute drive away. Enjoy small-town living with quick access to some of Southwest Michigan's most popular recreational destinations.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 216 Congress St
General
- Price: $194,900
- Taxes: $2,029
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26038435
- Updated: 7/31/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached
Location
- County: Berrien
- Cross Streets: W st joseph and pleasant
- Driving Directions: Gps from location
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 864
- Living Area: 864 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,987
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 130
- Frontage: Paved
- Lot Features: Level
- Zoning: res
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,029
- Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Rural Development, MSHDA, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LOTS 4 & 5 BLK D IMPROVEMENT CO'S ADD TO CITY OF WATERVLIET
- Property ID: 11-78-3500-0040-00-8
Listed by The Shore Real Estate Group, Aris Kubash
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Schools
Schools serving 216 Congress St
School District:Watervliet School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
South Elementary School, Watervliet, MI 433 Lucinda Lane, Watervliet, MI 49098 | PK-2 | 0.2 mi |
North Elementary School, Watervliet, MI 287 West Baldwin Ave, Watervliet, MI 49098 | 3-5 | 0.9 mi |
Watervliet Middle School 450 East Saint Joseph Street, Watervliet, MI 49098 | 6-8 | 0.8 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 216 Congress St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/24/2026
Listed
$194,900
65.17%
MLS
4/05/2022
Sold
$118,000
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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 216 Congress St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,099
2%
$55,600
-2%
2024
$2,053
4%
$57,000
7%
2023
$1,981
7%
$53,300
26%
2022
$1,856
-24%
$42,300
8%
2021
$2,439
25%
$39,200
3%
2020
$1,948
2%
$38,200
13%
2019
$1,912
2%
$33,900
16%
2018
$1,869
2%
$29,100
—
2017
$1,840
18%
$29,100
2%
2016
$1,564
-14%
$28,600
9%
2015
$1,822
—
$26,300
—
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 216 Congress St
216 Congress Street, Watervliet, MI 49098 (MLS# 26038435) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 216 Congress Street is currently listed for $194,900 and was received on July 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 216 Congress Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Watervliet? You can browse all Watervliet real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

