Welcome to this delightful four-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home, built in 1930. This property offers a perfect blend of classic charm and modern possibilities. Inside, you'll find a firelit living room with gas fireplace, a formal dining room, and off the kitchen is a charming breakfast nook. There is a first floor bedroom and full bath with three additional bedrooms and a half bath located upstairs - one with its own private balcony! There is a 15x10 enclosed sun porch/3-season room ... add an electric fireplace and enjoy sun and outdoors year-round. For the craftsman/hobbyist there is a rear entry door with direct access to the basement. While the home does need updates, this diamond in the rough can be amazing, it offers a fantastic canvas to create your dream space. This home is ready to be transformed into something truly special. Sale is subject to probate court approval. Seller will not remove any remaining property in the home. Assessor shows that boiler was replacd in 2018. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information.
Pending
Price cut: $7K (1/22)
$75,000
939 Backus St, Jackson, MI 49202
4beds
1,680sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$45/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceFirst floor bedroomFormal dining roomCharming breakfast nookPrivate balcony
- 93 days |
- 895 |
- 62 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 23, 2026 at 06:53am
Listed by:
Shelly Masica 810-569-7907,
RE/MAX Platinum - Grand Blanc 810-695-4111
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251052822
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 16 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 X 8
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 18
- Dimensions: 6 X 3
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9 X 8
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 X 15
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 X 10
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Window Units
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,680
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 161 x 110 x 89 x 78
Details
- Parcel number: 2121900000
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: FOOTE & BENNETTS ADD
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jackson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $45/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $33,034
- Annual tax amount: $1,617
- Date on market: 11/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 94 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,374/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2026 | Pending sale | $75,000$45/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20251052822 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2026 | Price change | $75,000-8.5%$45/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251052822 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $82,000-17.2%$49/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251052822 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $99,000+305.1%$59/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251052822 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2012 | Sold | $24,439$15/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $62,000 +6% |
| 2024 | -- | $58,500 +51% |
| 2021 | $1,463 | $38,750 -4.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$396/mo
Principal & interest
$291
Property taxes
$79
Home insurance
$26
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49202
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10South Central Michigan VirtualGrades: K-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- NABennett SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 0.2 mi
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