Berrien County property record for 266 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 ba · 1,549 sqft · built 1953 |
| Lot Size | 0.175 acres (7,623 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $89,789 (Mar 2007) |
| Tax Bill | $2,251 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2021 Line of Credit |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 03-8280-0021-00-1 |
| Primary APN | 03-8280-0021-00-1 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 1,549 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,549 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1953 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1953 |
| Architectural Style | Raised Ranch |
| Lot Area | 7,623 sqft (0.175 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 127 ft deep x 60 ft wide |
| Garage Area | 980 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 4 Parking Spaces |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Street Address | 266 MESSNER DR |
|---|---|
| City | BENTON HARBOR |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49022-6518 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | A2 SING FA |
| Legal Description | LOT 21 VAUGHAN SUB |
| Legal Subdivision | VAUGHAN SUB |
| Legal Lot Number | 21 |
| Legal Unit | 21 |
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Township / Civil Division | BENTON |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3018 |
| Census Tract | 2000 |
266 Messner Dr is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in March 2007.
Source: Berrien County records, as of September 28, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 266 MESSNER DR, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-6518 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 16, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 16, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jan 20, 2006 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 2780 / 2093 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Feb 10, 2006 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 02691/0970 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Property Address | 266 MESSNER DR, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-6518 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Nov 9, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Investor | Possibly a Property Investor |
| Document Number | 03347/1618 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 5, 2021 |
| Book Page | 3347/1618 |
| Name | UNITED FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 120 Months |
| Due | Oct 25, 2031 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
The 2025 property tax bill for 266 Messner Dr was $2,251 with a homeowner's exemption.
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 | $97,600 | $195,200 | |
| 2025 | $2,251.00 | ||
| 2023 | $84,600 | $169,200 | |
| 2022 | $1,941.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 266 Messner Dr 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 266 Messner Dr is low, with less than 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 99.1% of the US · lower than 98.4% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 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 | SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN REGIONAL SANITARY SEW serves 26,780 people · EPA ID MI0003726 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from ST JOSEPH |
| Last State Inspection | Feb 2025 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 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 423 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T DSL · Fiber in parts of the area | 100 / 20 |
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