Incredible, bright, updated mid-century ranch in a quiet Fairplain neighborhood. The beamed and vaulted ceiling help frame this beautiful living space and the massive windows allow natural light to flow into the space. The freshly landscaped and fenced in yard with poured concrete patio gives a sense of serenity to the exterior of this home. Fresh paint inside and out, new bedroom windows, new roof and skylight, new furnace, new air conditioner, updated kitchen and bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout most of the home. New vinyl tile flooring in the kitchen and bathroom. New cabinets and countertops. Newer stainless steel appliances and a large pantry. New fixtures abound. Two car attached garage with an extra door to backyard. Finished laundry room with new washer and dryer in the freshly painted basement. Tons of storage or play space. Don't miss the vintage bomb shelter either! New pex plumbing and humidifier. This home is not to be missed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
9,365 sq ftLot Size
$183Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by List with Lars Team• RE/MAX by the Lake
Bought with List with Lars Team• RE/MAX by the Lake
Incredible, bright, updated mid-century ranch in a quiet Fairplain neighborhood. The beamed and vaulted ceiling help frame this beautiful living space and the massive windows allow natural light to flow into the space. The freshly landscaped and fenced in yard with poured concrete patio gives a sense of serenity to the exterior of this home. Fresh paint inside and out, new bedroom windows, new roof and skylight, new furnace, new air conditioner, updated kitchen and bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout most of the home. New vinyl tile flooring in the kitchen and bathroom. New cabinets and countertops. Newer stainless steel appliances and a large pantry. New fixtures abound. Two car attached garage with an extra door to backyard. Finished laundry room with new washer and dryer
REALCOMP #69022017531
Jun 27, 2022
Sold
$255,000
$191/sq ft
May 16, 2022
Contingent
—
May 12, 2022
Listed
$199,900
$150/sq ft
Incredible, bright, updated mid-century ranch in a quiet Fairplain neighborhood. The beamed and vaulted ceiling help frame this beautiful living space and the massive windows allow natural light to flow into the space. The freshly landscaped and fenced in yard with poured concrete patio gives a sense of serenity to the exterior of this home. Fresh paint inside and out, new bedroom windows, new roof and skylight, new furnace, new air conditioner, updated kitchen and bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout most of the home. New vinyl tile flooring in the kitchen and bathroom. New cabinets and countertops. Newer stainless steel appliances and a large pantry. New fixtures abound. Two car attached garage with an extra door to backyard. Finished laundry room with new washer and dryerin the freshly painted basement. Tons of storage or play space. Don't miss the vintage bomb shelter either! New pex plumbing and humidifier. This home is not to be missed.
SW Michigan MLS #16048927
Dec 23, 2016
Sold
$120,000
$90/sq ft
Nov 4, 2016
Contingent
—
Oct 22, 2016
Relisted
—
Oct 17, 2016
Contingent
—
Oct 10, 2016
Price Changed
$119,900
$90/sq ft
Sep 21, 2016
Listed
$124,900
$93/sq ft
REALCOMP #69016048927
Dec 23, 2016
Sold
$120,000
$90/sq ft
Sep 19, 2016
Listed
$119,900
$90/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #9727582
Sep 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 17, 1997
Listed
$87,900
$66/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #13044604
Sep 16, 2013
Sold
$98,000
$73/sq ft
Jul 27, 2013
Listed
$98,500
$74/sq ft
REALCOMP #69013044604
Sep 16, 2013
Sold
$98,000
$73/sq ft
Jul 27, 2013
Listed
$98,500
$74/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2318008
Jun 19, 2003
Sold
$104,000
$78/sq ft
May 14, 2003
Listed
$104,900
$78/sq ft
REALCOMP #69002318008
Jun 19, 2003
Sold
$104,000
$78/sq ft
May 14, 2003
Listed
$104,900
$78/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #9804310
Apr 30, 1998
Sold
$84,350
$63/sq ft
Feb 18, 1998
Listed
$85,000
$64/sq ft
REALCOMP #69009804310
Apr 30, 1998
Sold
$84,350
$63/sq ft
Feb 18, 1998
Listed
$85,000
$64/sq ft
REALCOMP #69009727582
Feb 17, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Oct 17, 1997
Listed
$87,900
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,169 (+2.9%)
2024
$2,107 (+4.9%)
2023
$2,008 (+18.5%)
2022
$1,694 (+3.9%)
2021
$1,631 (+7.3%)
2020
$1,520 (+4.7%)
2019
$1,451 (+13.7%)
2005
$1,276
Tax history for 538 Cayuga Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,169 (+2.9%)
2024
$2,107 (+4.9%)
2023
$2,008 (+18.5%)
2022
$1,694 (+3.9%)
2021
$1,631 (+7.3%)
2020
$1,520 (+4.7%)
2019
$1,451 (+13.7%)
2005
$1,276
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
134 ft.
Lot size
9,560 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,176
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berrien County
APN
18-7450-0017-00-6
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 5
Room Information
Basement: Full
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Area Total: 1,193
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1955
Roof: Composition
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Lot Size Area: 0.22
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Public
Living Area: 1337.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,631
Tax Assessed Value: $55,632
Location
School Information
High School District: Benton Harbor
Location Information
Directions: Napier to N on Miami to E on Cayuga
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,176
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,560 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Berrien County
APN: 18-7450-0017-00-6
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
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Schools
Fair Plain East Elementary
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Fair Plain Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
Benton Harbor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
2/10
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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 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$233,000 – $282,000
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