Discover this well-proportioned 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom single-family residence in Battle Creek, offering 1,736 square feet of finished living space. The generous lot with over 1.4 acres provides ample outdoor space and possibilities. A 2.5-car garage accommodates multiple vehicles and storage needs with convenient access to the home. This residence presents a solid foundation for those seeking comfortable living quarters with practical amenities and room to grow. Great location for shopping and restaurants, lots of wildlife, easy access to 1- 94. Call Mike or Joy for a private showing
Southwest Battle Creek, located between Downtown Battle Creek and the Lakeview area, is a residential and commercial Battle Creek neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a well-traveled retail corridor. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along West Columbia Avenue near Capital Avenue SW, where storefronts, service counters, and everyday errands keep the sidewalks active. Local pillars include Horrocks Farm Market for specialty groceries, Territorial Brewing Company for small-batch beer and pub fare, and the historic Capri Drive-In for a classic movie night. Housing ranges from mid-century ranches to older frame homes with deep lots and mature shade. Linear parks and school grounds add open space, while I-94 edges the area with regional connectivity.
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Offer insights
12876 Helmer Rd S · $299,900
$300K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $300K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
76 days
The average home goes pending in 32 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.0%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Replacement windows
6 total rooms
Partial basement
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Natural gas water heater
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Natural gas connected
Exterior features
Flag lot
Wooded lot
Shed(s)
Paved road access
Home design
Ranch-style single family home
Built in 1952
Parking
Attached garage (approximately 2.5 spaces)
Construction
Brick and vinyl siding
Asphalt roof
Utilities
Well water
Natural gas connected
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Discover this well-proportioned 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom single-family residence in Battle Creek, offering 1,736 square feet of finished living space. The generous lot with over 1.4 acres provides ample outdoor space and possibilities. A 2.5-car garage accommodates multiple vehicles and storage needs with convenient access to the home. This residence presents a solid foundation for those seeking comfortable living quarters with practical amenities and room to grow. Great location for shopping and restaurants, lots of wildlife, easy access to 1- 94. Call Mike or Joy for a private showing
SW Michigan MLS #2501295
Sep 25, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 12, 2005
Listed
$149,900
$86/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2417477
Sep 25, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 5, 2004
Listed
$163,900
$94/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2212871
Sep 25, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2002
Listed
$149,750
$86/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2206241
Sep 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 28, 2002
Listed
$149,750
$86/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2206060
Sep 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2002
Listed
$152,900
$88/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2126090
Sep 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Aug 21, 2001
Listed
$154,900
$89/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #8040490
Sep 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 1, 1994
Listed
$79,900
$46/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2538778
Oct 24, 2005
Sold
$142,500
$82/sq ft
Sep 9, 2005
Listed
$145,500
$84/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002538778
Oct 24, 2005
Sold
$142,500
$82/sq ft
Sep 9, 2005
Listed
$145,500
$84/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002501295
Aug 30, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jan 12, 2005
Listed
$149,900
$86/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002417477
Jan 11, 2005
Listing Removed
—
May 5, 2004
Listed
$163,900
$94/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 22, 2002
Sold
$150,000
$86/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2222067
Aug 12, 2002
Sold
$149,750
$86/sq ft
Jul 13, 2002
Listed
$149,750
$86/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002222067
Aug 12, 2002
Sold
$149,750
$86/sq ft
Jul 13, 2002
Listed
$149,750
$86/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002212871
Jun 27, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2002
Listed
$149,750
$86/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002206241
Apr 26, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Feb 28, 2002
Listed
$149,750
$86/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002206060
Feb 27, 2002
Listed
$152,900
$88/sq ft
Feb 27, 2002
Listing Removed
—
REALCOMP #64002126090
Feb 21, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Aug 21, 2001
Listed
$154,900
$89/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #9926037
Dec 28, 1999
Sold
$124,900
$72/sq ft
Sep 27, 1999
Listed
$129,900
$75/sq ft
REALCOMP #64009926037
Dec 28, 1999
Sold
$124,900
$72/sq ft
Sep 27, 1999
Listed
$129,900
$75/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #8042266
Sep 9, 1994
Listed
$74,900
$43/sq ft
REALCOMP #64008042266
Sep 9, 1994
Listed
$74,900
$43/sq ft
REALCOMP #64008040490
Sep 1, 1994
Listing Removed
—
Mar 1, 1994
Listed
$79,900
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,853 (+2.3%)
2024
$3,765 (+394.9%)
2023
$761 (−79.8%)
2022
$3,767 (−11.3%)
2021
$4,249 (+1.1%)
2020
$4,201
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
252 ft.
Lot depth
190 ft.
Lot size
1.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,736
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,736
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calhoun County
APN
52-0084-00-370-0
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R1R
Single Family Residential District
It is the purpose of this Section is to establish a district composed of residential properties of a semi-rural character that includes areas of the City presently without water and sewerage services and likely to remain without such services, in whole or in part, indefinitely. The R-1R Single-Family Rural Residential District includes existing low-density one-family properties, as well as areas within which such developments appear both likely and desirable.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Battle Creek, MI • 49015
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Battle Creek. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 12876 Helmer Rd S
$293,532
$6,368 under list price of $300K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $235K to $330K.