1398 Merle Avenue
Burton, MI 48509
Single Family Residence · MLS # 20261074509 · Listing courtesy of The Brokerage Real Estate Enthusiasts
About this home
Don't judge this one from the curb! Step inside and you'll find a home that's already had many of the updates you're looking for. This ranch offers new flooring, fresh paint, an updated kitchen, and updated bathrooms, giving you a great head start without taking on a full renovation. There are still a few finishing touches to make it your own, but they're projects that can easily be tackled over time after moving in. Outside, you'll find a manageable lot that's just the right size without spending your entire weekend maintaining it, plus a detached two-car garage for parking and storage. And the location? Hard to beat. Conveniently located right off I-69, making your commute and everyday errands a breeze. A little exterior love could go a LONG way here. Bring your ideas, add some curb appeal, and make this one yours!
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How it compares in Burton
Over the last 90 days, 109 homes sold in Burton for a median of $170,000, about $131 per square foot, and the typical one went under contract in 16 days. This home is listed at $164,900, or $163 per square foot, 24% above the city median, and has been on the market 35 days. Size, condition, updates and the exact street all move the number, so treat this as context. See recent Burton sales or ask us for the comparable sales on this one.
Property taxes for a new owner
The current owner pays about $1,894 a year. A buyer who lives here would pay about $1,391 to $3,694 a year once the taxable value resets after the sale, at the 2025 homestead rate of 44.36 mills for Burton City and Bentley schools, plus the 1% administration fee. Michigan resets a home's taxable value the year after it sells, so the seller's bill isn't a good number to budget with. See the math.
Monthly payment estimate
Estimate only, 30 year fixed, includes taxes at a new owner's rate when listed. Ask us for a lender quote.
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