Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, perfectly situated on a spacious corner lot. This property has been remodeled from top to bottom, including the fully redone lower level. Step outside onto the large deck that overlooks the generous backyard and enjoy peaceful views of the park directly across the street—ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings. This move-in-ready home is just minutes from the vibrant energy of downtown Muskegon, with its charming shops and restaurants, and a short drive to the stunning shores of Lake Michigan. Don't miss your chance to make this beautiful home your own!
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$206,000
551 Alva St, Muskegon, MI 49442
4beds
1,626sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
$206,600 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$1,637 Estimated rent
Home value
$206,600
$180,000 - $236,000
$1,637/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 12, 2026 at 12:20pm
Listed by:
Joni McArthur 616-894-1550,
EXP Realty (Grand Rapids)
Bought with:
Darrin Miller, 6501432928
Five Star Real Estate-W Norton
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25013143
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,136
- Total interior livable area: 1,626 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
- Dimensions: 78 x 132
- Features: Corner Lot, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Parcel number: 24205022000600
- Zoning description: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Muskegon
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $206,000+3.1%$127/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #25013143 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Pending sale | $199,900$123/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25013143 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900+28.1%$123/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25013143 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2023 | Sold | $156,000+0.7%$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2023 | Pending sale | $154,900$95/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23005079 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,325 +219% | $88,900 +17% |
| 2024 | $1,042 +4.2% | $76,000 +137.5% |
| 2023 | $1,000 | $32,000 +44.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49442
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Marquette SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Muskegon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Muskegon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Marquette Elementary School
- Middle: Muskegon Middle School
- High: Muskegon High School
Source: MichRIC. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$206,600
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- Michigan
- Muskegon County
- Muskegon
- 49442
- 551 Alva St