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1297 Colfax AVE Benton Harbor City, MI 49022
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type SingleFamilyResidence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,164 sqft
Price per Sqft $27
MLS Listing ID 66026033333
Sold Date 09/23/26
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1910
Lot Size 1.840 Acres
Acres 1.84
Property Sub-Type SingleFamilyResidence
Property Description
Own an irreplaceable piece of history. This grand Victorian estate was once the private home of famous early-1900s actress, Katie Putnam. It commands a breathtaking, private wooded ravine corner lot featuring a scenic natural stream--a magical, park-like setting you simply cannot replicate. Inside, the home boasts spectacular architectural character just waiting to be brought back to its full glory. It features a dramatic exterior turret rising from the foundation to the roofline, an impressive grand open staircase, stained-glass windows, high ceilings, and multiple historic fireplaces. This is the ultimate dream project for anyone looking to execute a high-end, top-to-bottom restoration and create a true showstopper. Could be used as a STR. Conveniently located close to town; shopping, beaches, world class golf, fishing & boating in the St Joe & Paw Paw River. Bring your vision and restore a landmark.Second floor of home has been professionally demoed and ready for your custom fixtures (Shiplap; drywall; claw bath tub, etc) providing significant savings in removal and hauling costs.
Location
State MI
County Berrien
Area Area94042Bentonharbor
Rooms
Basement Full, Walk Out Access
Interior
Heating Forced Air, None
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type LivingRoom, OtherLocations, RecreationRoom
Fireplace Yes
Laundry InUnit
Exterior
Waterfront Description Stream
View Y/N No
Roof Type Composition
Garage false
Building
Lot Description CornerLot, HillyRavine, Wooded
Foundation Basement
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction No
Schools
School District Benton Harbor
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash
Listing Terms Cash
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