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4851 Dowling Street

Montague, MI 49437
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$315,000 $1,328/Mo
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,899

Sqft

Acres0.85

Acre(Lot)

Nestled in the heart of the City of Montague, this stately, historic home built in 1880. It offers timeless charm, exceptional character, and incredible versatility—all within walking distance to Downtown, White Lake, local shops, and restaurants. Step inside to a spacious kitchen featuring soaring cupboards that reach the ceiling, ample storage, and a large center island—perfect for gatherings and everyday functionality. Throughout the home, you'll find rich original woodwork, wood floors and original door hardware which offer tribute to a bygone era. Three grand bay windows, and formal dining room graced with French doors are just some of the beautiful architectural details that reflect its storied past. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence also includes a flexible main-floor room ideal for a home office, guest bedroom, or cozy library with built-in shelving. The welcoming foyer showcases the original staircase and opens to adjoining rooms, each filled with natural light and historic charm. Sitting on a rare double lot, the property boasts a wooded and secluded backyard offering privacy and space rarely found in townan ideal retreat or outdoor entertaining space. The 2 story carriage house once held horses for neighboring schoolteachers still has it's original flooring and doors, and overall rustic charm. This structure offers endless possibilities such as a possible guest house, workshop or additional quarters as an income source. A standout feature of this property is its potential for income generation: a portion of the home could easily be converted or utilized as a separate rental unit, in-law suite, or guest quarters (with proper approvals). Whether you're looking to offset your mortgage or host extended family, the options are there. Also included is the original 1880 carriage house, which retains much of its historic character with solid wood flooring on the both levelsperfect for additional storage, a workshop, or future renovation possibilities. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Montague history with room to grow, live, and earn.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $315,000

AD Id : 68433846

MLS Id : 25056496

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.85 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,899

Year Built : 1880

County : Muskegon

Subdivision: East Park

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 3 Window Feature: Bay/Bow, Garden Window

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Water/Sewer

    Sewer: Public

    Room Information

    Other Rooms: 9

  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Wood

  • Roofing Information

    Composition

  • Interior Features

    Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry Roof: Composition Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator Laundry Features: In Basement, In Kitchen

  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Forced Air WaterSource: Public

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace: Yes Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1880 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Basement: Michigan Basement, Partial Roof: Composition

  • Exterior Features

    Porch: Deck, Patio, Porch(es)

  • Road Types

    Paved

  • Laundry Features

    In Basement, In Kitchen

    Patio And Porch

    Deck, Patio, Porch(es)

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 158x234 Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalk, Wooded Lot Size Area: 0.85 Acres Lot Square Feet: 36,982 Waterfront: Channel, Lake Stories: 2 Main Square Feet: 1899

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Victorian SQ ft (Living Area): 1,899 Subdivision: Ferry's MLS Area Minor: Muskegon County - M Source Neighborhood: Ferry's Construction Materials: Wood Siding Property Age: 146

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Id: 25056496 ist Price: $315,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $166 Listing Terms Cash, FHA, VA Loan, MSHDA, Conventional, Assumable

  • Listing Information

    Possession: Close Of Escrow

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 21-240-004-0003-00 Annual Tax: $3,674 Tax Year: 2024 Taxes: MONTAGUE CITY FERRY'S ADD'N LOTS 3-4-5-6 BLK 4 AND 1/2 VAC ALLEY ADJ TH'TO

  • School Information

    Senior High School District: Montague

  • Utility Information

    Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet

  • Location Information

    Direction: Dowling Road West to Home on Left or South side of the road.
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MLS: 25056496 LISTED BY: Veronica Parker, Vylla Homes 866-595-5008 SOURCE: Michigan Regional Information Center (MichRIC)

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