4 Beds

3 Full baths

3,164SqFt

Active

Own an irreplaceable piece of history. Hitting the auction block on July 17, this grand Victorian estate was once the private home of famous early-1900s actress, Katie Putnam. It commands a breathtaking, private wooded ravine corner lot featuring a scenic natural stream--a magical, park-like setting you simply cannot replicate. Inside, the home boasts spectacular architectural character just waiting to be brought back to its full glory. It features a dramatic exterior turret rising from the foundation to the roofline, an impressive grand open staircase, stained-glass windows, high ceilings, and multiple historic fireplaces. This is the ultimate dream project for anyone looking to execute a high-end, top-to-bottom restoration and create a true showstopper. Could be used as a STR. Conveniently located close to town; shopping, beaches, world class golf, fishing & boating in the St Joe & Paw Paw River. Bring your vision and restore a landmark. Mark your calendars!

Property Details
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 0
Property Style Victorian
Lot Size 317x254
Lot Size Area 1.84
Lot Size Area Units Acres
Acres 1.84
Property Type Residential
Sub type SingleFamilyResidence
MLS Sub type Single Family Residence
Stories 2
Exterior Features Scrn Porch
Year Built 1910
Fireplaces 3
Roof Composition
Heating Forced Air, None
Lot Description Corner Lot, Wooded, Ravine
Laundry Features In Unit
Geographic Data
Directions Napier Ave to Colfax north to Emery east. It is on the corner of Emery & Colfax. Buyer to verify all details.
County Berrien
Latitude 42.094823
Longitude -86.45528
Address Information
Address 1297 Colfax Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Postal Code 49022
City Benton Harbor
Cross Street Emery Ave
State MI
Country United States
Listing Information
Listing Office Southwest Real Estate LLC
Listing Office Phone 269-501-9732
Listing Agent Ashlie Baddley
Listing Agent Phone 269-501-3037
Terms Cash
School Information
District Benton Harbor
MLS Information
Days on market 1
MLS Status Active
Listing Date Jul 2, 2026
Listing Last Modified Jul 2, 2026
Tax ID 11-51-0802-0003-00-5
Tax Year 2026
Tax Annual Amount 3991
MLS # 26033333

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