Berrien County property record for 316 Richards St, Buchanan, MI 49107
| Property Type | Residential Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Details | 5 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 sqft · built 1925 |
| Lot Size | 0.161 acres (7,013 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $22,000 (Jul 2002) |
| Tax Bill | $802 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jul 2023 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 58-2000-0003-00-1 |
| Primary APN | 58-2000-0003-00-1 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 5 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Building Area | 1,176 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,176 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,176 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,176 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1925 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1925 |
| Lot Area | 7,013 sqft (0.161 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 140 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Street Address | 316 RICHARDS ST |
|---|---|
| City | BUCHANAN |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49107-1445 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Residential |
| Local Zoning Code | R-1 SIN |
| Legal Description | LOT 3 BLK 1 ENGLISH & HOLMES ADD TO CITY OF BUCHANAN INCL N1/2 OF VAC ALLEY S OF SD LOT PER 1176/86 |
| Legal Subdivision | ENGLISH & HOLMES ADD |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 3 |
| Legal Unit | 3 |
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Township / Civil Division | BUCHANAN |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2007 |
| Census Tract | 20200 |
Source: Berrien County records, as of September 28, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1341 HICKORY ST, NILES, MI 49120-3619 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 31, 2002 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Jul 31, 2002 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Aug 12, 1995 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Book / Page | 2279 / 212 |
| Last Transfer Date | Jul 17, 2023 |
| Transfer Doc | 03408/1296 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Recording Date | Jul 19, 2023 |
| Property Address | 316 RICHARDS ST, BUCHANAN, MI 49107-1445 |
| Document Number | 03408/1296 |
| Book / Page | 3408 / 1296 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 17, 2023 |
| Instrument | 2023385012 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 5, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 816 GRANT ST APT 7, 7, NILES, MI 49120-2966 |
Source: Berrien County assessment roll, as of September 28, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Berrien County |
| Municipality | Buchanan City |
| Unified School District | Buchanan Community School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $13,200 (-62.92%) | $26,400 (-62.92%) | |
| 2025 | $802.00 (+46.35%) | ||
| 2023 | $35,600 (+14.1%) | $71,200 (+14.1%) | |
| 2022 | $548.00 (+4.38%) Homeowner's exemption | $31,200 | $62,400 |
| 2021 | $525.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 10, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
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 | Direct burnable vegetation |
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 | BUCHANAN serves 4,871 people · EPA ID MI0000960 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Oct 2024 |
| Lead | 3 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| 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 201 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 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless · Fiber in parts of the area | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Mercury Fiber.
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