Berrien County property record for 2970 River Rd, Sodus, MI 49126
| Property Type | Residential Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 0.3 acres (13,068 sqft) |
| Owner | Trust Name on File |
| Last Sale | $42,500 (Jul 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $61 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2024 Sale Jul 2020 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 19-7200-0009-00-9 |
| Primary APN | 19-7200-0009-00-9 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Lot Area | 13,068 sqft (0.3 acres) |
|---|---|
| Lot Dimensions | 129 ft deep x 100 ft wide |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Street Address | 2970 RIVER RD |
|---|---|
| City | SODUS |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49126-9719 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Residential |
| Local Zoning Code | R-A RE |
| Legal Description | LOT 9 SPRING VALLEY SUB |
| Legal Subdivision | SPRING VALLEY SUB |
| Legal Lot Number | 9 |
| Legal Unit | 9 |
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Township / Civil Division | SODUS |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1020 |
| Census Tract | 1900 |
2970 River Rd, residential vacant land, is held in a trust since July 2020.
Source: Berrien County records, as of September 28, 2026
| Owner of Record | Trust Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 3002 RIVER RD, SODUS, MI 49126-9719 |
| Owner Type | Company |
| Vesting | Trust |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2024 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Jul 16, 2020 | Warranty Deed, Transfer FIRST AMERICAN TITLE |
| Apr 18, 2019 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 16, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 16, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | May 16, 1977 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 3282 / 3028 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Apr 8, 2019 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 3234003423 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Recording Date | Jan 8, 2024 |
| Property Address | 2970 RIVER RD, SODUS, MI 49126-9719 |
| Document Number | 03418/3413 |
| Book / Page | 3418 / 3413 |
| Map Reference | LB 20 PG 20 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 21, 2023 |
| Instrument | 2024395965 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jan 24, 2024 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 8080 PAINTER SCHOOL RD, BERRIEN CENTER, MI 49102-9779 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Recording Date | Jul 16, 2020 |
| Property Address | 2970 RIVER RD, SODUS, MI 49126-9719 |
| Document Number | 03282/3028 |
| Book / Page | 3282 / 3028 |
| Map Reference | LB 20 PG 20 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 8, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 9, 2023 |
| Title Company | FIRST AMERICAN TITLE |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $365.50 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 134, RIVERSIDE, MI 49084-0134 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3002 RIVER RD, NILES, MI 49120 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Recording Date | Apr 18, 2019 |
| Property Address | 2970 RIVER RD, SODUS, MI 49126-9719 |
| Document Number | 03234/3423 |
| Book / Page | 3234 / 3423 |
| Map Reference | VOL 20 PG 20 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 8, 2019 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 9, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 134, RIVERSIDE, MI 49084-0134 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 134, RIVERSIDE, MI 49084-0134 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 2970 River Rd was $61.
Source: Berrien County assessment roll, as of September 28, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Berrien County |
| County Subdivision | Sodus Township |
| Unified School District | Benton Harbor Area Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,300 | $20,600 | |
| 2025 | $61.00 | ||
| 2023 | $2,400 | $4,800 | |
| 2022 | $63.00 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 2970 River Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 10, 2024 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 15 individual policies |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 43 units insured incl. 28 condo units |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 2970 River Rd 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: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 120 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 |
| Mercury Fiber Fixed Wireless | 150 / 20 |
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