Address
1717 Illinois Avenue, Lansing, MI
Price
$ 74,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#298272
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyINGHAM
- CityLansing
- AreaLansing City
- NeighborhoodFranklin
- Zip48906
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1917
- Taxes$ 2318
- Price$ 74,900
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1617
- Lot Size0.2 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Lansing AOR (GLMLS)
Property Description
Opportunity is knocking - and it brought a toolbox! This 4-bedroom, 1-bath home is packed with potential for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. While the home needs a new roof and siding, it offers solid bones, original wood trim, and hardwood floors upstairs that are ready to be brought back to life. Situated on a spacious double lot (0.20 acres), you'll enjoy a private backyard feel, a covered front porch, and a location that's hard to beat—just steps from Porter Park and the Bancroft Park trails. Whether you're planning a renovation project or searching for your next investment, this property offers the chance to transform a classic home into something special. Bring your vision and your imagination - this one is ready for its next chapter!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Listed $74,900 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Front Porch |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Aluminum Siding |
| Year Built | 1917 |
| Township | Lansing City |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Current Use | Primary |
| County | Ingham |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Franklin |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Gazebo |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | E ON LAKE LANSING,S ON MASSACHUSETTS,E ON WHYTE,S ON ILLINOIS TO HOME |
| City | Lansing |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Lansing |
| Zoning Description | Zoning |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 8712.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2318.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Legal Description | LOT 71 FRANKLIN HEIGHTS SUB |
Interior Features
| Basement | Full |
|---|---|
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1078.0 |
| Laundry Features | In Basement |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0.0 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Driveway |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | City Lot |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.2 |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1617.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 33x133 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.2 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Foundation Area | 539.0 |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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