Berrien County property record for 976 Highland Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
| Property Type | Residential Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 0.38 acres (16,553 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $53 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | May 2021 Sale Oct 2020 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 03-0020-0006-00-2 |
| Primary APN | 03-0020-0006-00-2 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Lot Area | 16,553 sqft (0.38 acres) |
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| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Street Address | 976 HIGHLAND AVE |
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| City | BENTON HARBOR |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49022-3066 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Residential |
| Local Zoning Code | B TWO FAMI |
| Legal Description | THE E 50'OF W 560'OF N 10 A OF NW1/4 OF NW1/4 SEC 20 T4S R18W |
| Legal Range | 18W |
| Legal Township | 04S |
| Legal Section | 20 |
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Township / Civil Division | BENTON |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2005 |
| Census Tract | 2200 |
976 Highland Ave, residential vacant land, is owned by an individual who acquired it in May 2021.
Source: Berrien County records, as of September 28, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1752 CLEARWOOD DR, STEVENSVILLE, MI 49127-9631 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| May 4, 2021 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Oct 16, 2020 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Transfer Date | May 3, 2021 |
| Transfer Doc | 03325/2963 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Recording Date | May 4, 2021 |
| Property Address | 976 HIGHLAND AVE, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-3066 |
| Document Number | 03325/2963 |
| Book / Page | 3325 / 2963 |
| Instrument Date | May 3, 2021 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 9, 2023 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $8.60 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | PO BOX 8723, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49023-8723 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 1752 CLEARWOOD DR, STEVENSVILLE, MI 49127-9631 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERRIEN MI |
| Recording Date | Oct 16, 2020 |
| Property Address | 976 HIGHLAND AVE, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-3066 |
| Document Number | 03295/3330 |
| Book / Page | 3295 / 3330 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 1, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 9, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 6525 MEADOWBROOK RD, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-9687 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 592 GREEN AVE, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022-3214 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 976 Highland Ave was $53.
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 | $2,900 | $5,800 | |
| 2025 | $53.00 | ||
| 2023 | $900 | $1,800 | |
| 2022 | $50.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 976 Highland Ave 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 976 Highland Ave 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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