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4 Beds
3 Full baths
3,164SqFt
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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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