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$141,599$136 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $15,000 on Jul 26, 2012

253 MESSNER DR

BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022
1
Baths
1,040 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$142K
$133K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,000 · Jul 26, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,626 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$72,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyBERRIEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Fair Plain Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Benton Harbor High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 3.2 mi

District: Benton Harbor Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49022These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,737
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.423 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,476
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,980
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

253 Messner Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 83% of homes in Berrien County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Berrien County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Berrien County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Berrien County

What homes are worth in Benton Harbor 49022

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$23K$717K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Benton Harbor 49022.

How it measures up in Benton Harbor 49022

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton Harbor 49022.

Estimated value$141,599
CheaperTypical $138,991Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 253 Messner Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton Harbor 49022Berrien County
Estimated valuepricier than$141,59951% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13659% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²33% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac32% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195354% of homes39% of homes

About 253 Messner Dr

How much is 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI is $141,599 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $132,643 to $150,555. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI last sell?

253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI last sold on Jul 26, 2012 for $15,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI?

253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI built?

253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a raised ranch home.

What schools serve 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI?

253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI is assigned to Fair Plain Middle School (middle), rated F; Benton Harbor High School (high), rated F; Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Benton Harbor Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI compare to other homes in Benton Harbor 49022?

Among the 11,357 homes in Benton Harbor 49022, it is worth more than 51% of them ($141,599 against a typical $138,991), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($136 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1953 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Berrien County, it is worth more than 17% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Messner Dr, Benton Harbor, MI was $2,626. The county assessed it at $72,100.

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