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$179,900

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216 Congress Street, Watervliet, MI 49098

2 beds

1 bath

864 sq ft

Per sq ft
$208
Lot
0.30 acres
Built
1940
Type
Single Family Residence
On market
50 days
DescriptionShow

SELLER MOTIVATED. 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.

Facts & features

Interior8
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Full baths
1
Half baths
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate
Appliances
Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Basement
Crawl Space, Partial
Square footage1
Total living sq ft
864 sq ft
Heating, cooling & utilities5
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling / AC
Central Air
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public
Utilities
Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Parking3
Garage spaces
2
Garage
Yes
Parking
Detached
Exterior & construction5
Lot size
0.30 acres
Lot features
Level
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Shingle
Year built
1940
HOA / association2
Association
No
Fee
$0
Property details7
Type
RESIDENTIAL
Sub-type
Single Family Residence
County
Berrien
Parcel #
11-78-3500-0040-00-8
Days on market
50
MLS #
26038435
Status
Active

District: Watervliet

No individual schools were listed for this home.

Assigned schools as entered by the listing agent. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on this.

DocumentsShow

Documents provided through the MLS where permitted for public display.

Price & tax historyShow
  1. $179,900

Listing courtesy of The Shore Real Estate Group · Aris Kubash

269-757-1714 · Aris@Kubashrealestate.com

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