Berrien County property record for 159 Burton St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 1,008 sqft |
| Lot Size | 0.215 acres (9,365 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $1,388 (Mar 2012) |
| Tax Bill | $1,752 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 03-4540-0069-00-2 |
| Primary APN | 03-4540-0069-00-2 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 1,008 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,008 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,008 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,008 sqft |
| Architectural Style | Raised Ranch |
|---|---|
| Lot Area | 9,365 sqft (0.215 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 125 ft deep x 75 ft wide |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Street Address | 159 BURTON ST |
|---|---|
| City | BENTON HARBOR |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49022-3013 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | B TWO FAMI |
| Legal Description | LOT 6 & THE N1/2 OF LOT 7 BLK 5 LEESIDE 2ND ADD TO CITY OF BENTON HARBOR |
| Legal Subdivision | LEESIDE 2ND ADD |
| Legal Block | 5 |
| Legal Lot Number | 6-7 |
| Legal Unit | 6,7 |
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Township / Civil Division | BENTON |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2010 |
| Census Tract | 2200 |
159 Burton St is owned by an individual who bought it in March 2012.
Source: Berrien County records, as of September 28, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 375 PIPESTONE ST, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-4663 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 2, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 2, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jul 4, 1983 |
| Deed Book / Page | 2985 / 2966 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Feb 27, 2012 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 02985/2966 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Burton St was $1,752.
Source: Berrien County assessment roll, as of September 28, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Berrien County |
| County Subdivision | Benton Charter Township |
| Unified School District | Benton Harbor Area Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $33,900 | $67,800 | |
| 2025 | $1,752.00 | ||
| 2023 | $28,000 | $56,000 | |
| 2022 | $1,391.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 159 Burton St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 10, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 159 Burton St is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 51% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | BENTON HARBOR serves 9,103 people · EPA ID MI0000600 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jan 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | Treatment failure resolved · Sep 2021 Failure to filter resolved · May 2021 |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Organic carbon removal Apr 2026 Treatment change without state approval Sep 2021 Lead public education Aug 2021 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 351 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless · Fiber, DSL in parts of the area | 100 / 20 |
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