1181 Ransom Street, Muskegon, MI 49442 (MLS# 26016847)

1181 Ransom Street, Muskegon, MI 49442

$249,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,200 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 14,593 Status: Pending

Current Price: $249,000 List Date: 8/26/2026 Last Modified: 9/17/2026

Overview

Description

1181 Ransom Street offers incredible potential as a residential property for those with a creative vision. Formerly a prominent law office, this expansive 4,800-square-foot home features three finished levels, two kitchens, 3.5 bathrooms (includes 2 en suites), and the possibility for 4+ bedrooms. The main living area showcases a gas fireplace, while the home retains beautiful 1920s Craftsman character throughout. The upper level includes a spacious primary suite with an en suite bath, an additional living area with a partial kitchen, and access to a private upper deck. Additional highlights include an attached two-stall garage, underground sprinkling and a flexible layout that could lend itself to a multi-unit conversion. Located just blocks from downtown, the farmers market, and the waterfront, this property presents a unique opportunity to create something truly special. Call today for more information or to schedule a private tour. Back on the market due to a financing issue.

Listing Details MLS# 26016847

Location Property Info

County: Muskegon
Street #: 1181
Street Name: Ransom
Suffix: Street
State: MI
Zip Code: 49442
Zip (4): 3323

General Property Info

New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.34
Lot Square Footage: 14593
Lot Dimensions: 89x79x85x55x18x10
Year Built: 1925
Road Frontage: 89
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: Yes
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 15
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 4000
SqFt Above Grade: 3200
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 800
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 1600
Building Total SqFt: 4800
Total Beds Above Grade: 4
Total Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 3
Half Baths: Yes
Total Baths: 4
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 2
School District: Muskegon
Association YN: No
Waterfront: No

Tax Info

Tax ID #: 24-205-228-0001-00
Taxable Value: 76009
SEV: 86600
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 4585
Tax Year: 2024
Spec Assessment & Type: None known

Remarks Misc

Directions: US 31 to Apple Ave west, south on Peck, left on Ransom, first house on the right.

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2026-09-17

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms: 2
Upper Full Baths: 2
Upper Level Square Feet: 1600
Total Baths Above Grade: 3

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms: 2
Main Half Baths: Yes
Main Level SQFT: 1600

Basement Rooms

Basement Bedrooms: Yes
Basement Full Baths: Yes
Basement Finished SQFT: 800
Total Basement SQFT: 1600

Property Features

Laundry Features: Upper Level Exterior Material: Brick; Stucco; Wood Siding Roofing: Composition Substructure: Full Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Baseboard; Forced Air; Hot Water Air Conditioning: Central Air Flooring: Carpet; Wood Patio and Porch Features: Deck Landscape: Shrubs/Hedges; Underground Sprinkler Parking Features: Attached; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Side Architectural Style: Craftsman Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Sale Conditions: None

Listing Office: Five Star Real Estate

Listing Agent: Christine Mattson

Last Updated: September - 17 - 2026

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