Instant Income-Producing Duplex in Prime Location!Welcome to this wonderfully unique duplex, ideally located near Falling Waters Trail and Ella Sharp Park. With addresses at 780 Brighton and 784 Briarcliff, this property offers a rare opportunity for both investors and homeowners. Unit One: 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathUnit Two: 1 bedroom, 1 full bath - fully updated with gorgeous modern finishesDesigned with a mid-century modern flair, the home features soaring vaulted ceilings and thoughtful updates throughout. Each unit enjoys its own carport, basement access and storage, washer & dryer, separate furnace, central air, and water heater, ensuring convenience and independence for tenants. Both units are fully rented with a strong rental history, making this an instant income-generating investment. The property is City Certified through September 2025
Multi-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
6 spacesParking
Listed by Christy Cottingham• ERA Reardon Realty, L.L.C.
Bought with BRETT MILES• Century 21 Affiliated - Jackson
Instant Income-Producing Duplex in Prime Location!Welcome to this wonderfully unique duplex, ideally located near Falling Waters Trail and Ella Sharp Park. With addresses at 780 Brighton and 784 Briarcliff, this property offers a rare opportunity for both investors and homeowners. Unit One: 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathUnit Two: 1 bedroom, 1 full bath - fully updated with gorgeous modern finishesDesigned with a mid-century modern flair, the home features soaring vaulted ceilings and thoughtful updates throughout. Each unit enjoys its own carport, basement access and storage, washer & dryer, separate furnace, central air, and water heater, ensuring convenience and independence for tenants. Both units are fully rented with a strong rental history, making this an instant income-generating investment. The property is City Certified through September 2025
Public Records
Jun 8, 2023
Sold
$140,000
REALCOMP #55021058994
Aug 3, 2016
Sold
$87,000
May 11, 2016
Listing Removed
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May 5, 2016
Listed
$89,000
780 Brighton and 784 Briarcliff ~ 1885 SF total, Brighton 1 BR, 1 bath, and Briarcliff 2 BR, 1 bath. Both units share a basement, featuring 2 laundries, 2 furnaces with A/C, and 2 hot water heaters. Both units on ground floor. Both units feature a carport. Duplex constructed by Victor Nurmi, original developer of Essex Height's in Jackson. It's design reflects the Floridian style of home constructed on Nurmi Isles in Fort Lauderdale, Florida where owner Lempi Nurmi was known as the "Hostess". Constructed in the 1950's the home still retains its lovely and functional "retro-style". A gem of a duplex on one story with a full yard within walking distance of the Falling Water trail and Ella Sharp Park. " Desirable location, with park directly across the street. Duplex is City Certified. Sale price supported by recent April 2016 Appraisal.
SW Michigan MLS #21058994
Aug 3, 2016
Sold
$87,000
May 4, 2016
Listed
$89,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,043 (+2.1%)
2024
$3,959 (+64.3%)
2023
$2,409 (+4.9%)
2022
$2,298 (+1.1%)
2021
$2,274 (+1.2%)
2020
$2,246 (+2.8%)
2019
$2,185 (+4.8%)
2018
$2,084 (+13.5%)
2017
$1,837 (−14.7%)
2016
$2,153 (−24.8%)
2014
$2,864
Tax history for 780 Brighton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,043 (+2.1%)
2024
$3,959 (+64.3%)
2023
$2,409 (+4.9%)
2022
$2,298 (+1.1%)
2021
$2,274 (+1.2%)
2020
$2,246 (+2.8%)
2019
$2,185 (+4.8%)
2018
$2,084 (+13.5%)
2017
$1,837 (−14.7%)
2016
$2,153 (−24.8%)
2014
$2,864
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
92 ft.
Lot depth
95 ft.
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
3-300800000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 30, 2026.
R-1
One Family Residential District
The R-1 one-family residential district is established for low to medium density single-family residential neighborhoods. The regulations are intended to stabilize, protect and encourage the residential character of the district and prohibit all activities of a commercial nature. Development is limited to single unit dwellings, home occupations, plus certain conditional uses that are compatible and convenient to the residents in the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 6
Parking Features: Concrete
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Full Bath
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: Multi Family
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 92 x 95
Lot Size Area: 8,712
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,959.16
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Sewer Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Unit Type 2 Information
Type: 1 Bedroom
Description: 780 Brighton, Carport, Central Air, Deck/Patio, Sep. Heat System
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms: 1
Sq.Ft. Total: 835
Total Rent: $1,100
Unit Type 3 Information
Type: 2 Bedroom
Description: 784 Briarcliff, Carport, Central Air, Deck/Patio, Sep. Heat System
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 1
Sq.Ft. Total: 1,034
Total Rent: $950
Unit Type 10 Information
ListingKey: 21903725626312568510
ListingKeyNumeric: 214290498
ListingId: 55025042484
OriginatingSystemName: Realcomp
RawMlsModificationTimestamp: 2025-11-03T22:11:08
UnitTypeKey: 21909855161486515282
Schools Information
High School District: Jackson
Location Information
Directions: Off of West Ave
Subdivision Name: ESSEX HEIGHTS
Cross Street: Off West Ave and Briarcliff
Community Information
Building Name: Victor Nurmi
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 3-300800000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: JacksonAreaAssociationofREALTORS
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Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Jackson Public Schools website to verify.
Sharp Park Academy
Public K-5 • 0.8mi
7/10
Middle School At Parkside
Public 6-8 • 0.2mi
4/10
Jackson County Jail
Public 9-12 • 1.6mi
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$199,000 – $241,000
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