Welcome to 696 Beech St., a charming and versatile quad-level home in East Lansing, perfect for the business professional, a growing family, or a college student seeking a comfortable and functional living space. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence offers 1,334 sq ft of purposeful living area across its four distinct levels. Upon entering, you're greeted by an inviting living room, setting a warm tone for the home. The main level also features one of the three bedrooms, offering flexibility for a guest room, home office, or quiet study space. The garden level is the heart of daily living, boasting a dining room, a well-appointed kitchen, and a convenient laundry room. This level also includes a fantastic three-season sunroom, a perfect spot to relax and enjoy your morning coffee. For all your organizational needs, a spacious basement provides abundant storage space and houses the newly installed furnace (December 2025), offering peace of mind and improved energy efficiency.. The upper level is your private sanctuary. Here, you'll find the primary bedroom, a second bedroom, and a full bathroom, ensuring comfort and privacy for the entire household. Step outside to discover a tranquil backyard retreat. The space is fully enclosed by a privacy fence and features an abundance of natural plants and mature fruit trees, including two cherry trees, and one peach tree. You'll also find grapes and a 40-gallon composter perfect for avid gardeners. Enjoy outdoor dining on the 11' x 8' patio. Located close to amenities and just a stone's throw from Michigan State University, 696 Beech St. combines the best of peaceful living with urban convenience. This home is a rare find, a perfect blend of comfort, character, and location. Don't miss the opportunity to make it your own! A licensed agent must be present during showing. Please schedule through Sentrilock via https://lblba.sentrilock.com/ooascheduling?token=a3af0ae08aaf46226208d2c7b574de5c. Buyer and buyer agent to verify all data/measurements.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$237Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Neal Sanford• KW Realty Living
Bought with John Douglas• Keller Williams Realty Lansing
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
94 ft.
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,334
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ingham County
APN
33-20-02-18-123-003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R2
R-O-1
Medium Density Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the R-2 district is to establish and preserve quiet, single-family home neighborhoods, particularly in older subdivisions with smaller platted lots, as desired by large numbers of people, free from other uses, except those which are both compatible with and convenient to the residents of such a district.
Zone overlays
Residential Rental Restriction Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Has Attached Garage: No
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Type: Living Room
Room 1 Length: 18.90
Room 1 Width: 11.10
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Type: Dining Room
Room 2 Length: 10.11
Room 2 Width: 13.30
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Type: Kitchen
Room 3 Length: 13.70
Room 3 Width: 8.30
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Basement: Full
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4 Length: 13.40
Room 4 Width: 11.60
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Type: Other
Room 5 Description: Sun Room
Room 5 Length: 9.30
Room 5 Width: 5.40
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6 Length: 11.00
Room 6 Width: 9.90
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7 Length: 12.80
Room 7 Width: 11.00
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Type: Laundry
Room 8 Length: 13.70
Room 8 Width: 6.70
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Type: Basement
Room 9 Length: 29.10
Room 9 Width: 14.80
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Interior Features
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Laminate Counters
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy
Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Level, Near Public Transit
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Glass Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Year Built: 1941
Living Area: 1334.0
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Lot Size Dimensions: 48x91x49x92
Lot Size Area: 0.11
Lot Size Square Feet: 4791.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Paved
Location
School Information
High School District: East Lansing
Location Information
Directions: Burcham Dr., S on Bailey St., SE on Beech St.
Subdivision Name: Strathmore
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Phone Available, Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Cable Available
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,334
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Ingham County
APN: 33-20-02-18-123-003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Around this home
Schools
Marble School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
MacDonald Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
East Lansing High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 96° expected this year, 16 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
East Lansing, MI • 48823
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.8 hrs
2.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$300,000 – $363,000
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