511 W Clay Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49440 (MLS# 26020669)

511 W Clay Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49440

$654,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,940 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,543 Status: Active
Current Price: $654,900 List Date: 5/07/2026 Last Modified: 6/26/2026

Overview

Description

Step into a piece of Muskegon history at 511 W. Clay Avenue. A stunning 1880 historic home filled with timeless character and exceptional craftsmanship. Offering 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and main floor laundry, this one-of-a-kind residence blends historic elegance with everyday functionality. Inside, you'll find beautiful wood floors, rich mahogany trim, two gas fireplaces, hand-carved doors, and exquisite hand-carved fireplace facade that showcase the incredible detail and artistry throughout the home. The formal dining room and eat-in kitchen create the perfect spaces for gathering, while antique light fixtures collected from around the world add unmatched charm and sophistication. Outside, the pristine landscaping and timeless exterior details make an unforgettable first impression. An oversized detached garage provides ample storage and convenience. Located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, this home is within walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping,

Supplements: waterfront, and the bike trail. Historic homes of this caliber rarely become available so if you've dreamed of living in downtown Muskegon surrounded by history, charm, and character, this is your opportunity. Call today!

Listing Details MLS# 26020669

Location Property Info

County
Muskegon
Street #
511
Street Direction
W
Street Name
Clay
Suffix
Avenue
State
MI
Zip Code
49440
Zip (4)
1032

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.27
Lot Square Footage
11543
Lot Dimensions
75 x 146
Year Built
1880
Road Frontage
75
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
2
Income Property
No
Total Rooms AG
12
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
2940
SqFt Above Grade
2940
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
1062
Building Total SqFt
2940
Total Beds Above Grade
5
Total Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Total Baths
3
Main Level Primary
No
Stories
2
School District
Muskegon
Association YN
No
Waterfront
No
Basement
Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
24-205-324-0004-00
Taxable Value
79235
SEV
306000
For Tax Year
2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax
3381
Tax Year
2024
Homestead %
100
Spec Assessment & Type
NA

Remarks Misc

Directions
Shoreline Dr, to 6th st, to W Clay Ave

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
Yes

More Information

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
4
Upper Full Baths
2
Upper Level Square Feet
1188
Total Baths Above Grade
3

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
Yes
Main Full Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
1752

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
6th & 5th
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
Muskegon City

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
222.76

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Step into a piece of Muskegon history at 511 W. Clay Avenue. A stunning 1880 historic home filled with timeless character and exceptional craftsmanship. Offering 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and main floor laundry, this one-of-a-kind residence blends historic elegance with everyday functionality. Inside, you'll find beautiful wood floors, rich mahogany trim, two gas fireplaces, hand-carved doors, and exquisite hand-carved fireplace facade that showcase the incredible detail and artistry throughout the home. The formal dining room and eat-in kitchen create the perfect spaces for gathering, while antique light fixtures collected from around the world add unmatched charm and sophistication. Outside, the pristine landscaping and timeless exterior details make an unforgettable first impression. An oversized detached garage provides ample storage and convenience. Located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, this home is within walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping,
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CITY OF MUSKEGON REVISED PLAT OF 1903 LOT 4 & E 1/4 LOT 5 BLK 324 SUBJ TO VEHICLE PARKING ESMT 3061/721

Street Type

Paved
Yes
Public
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Laundry Features

In Bathroom
Yes
Main Level
Yes

Exterior Material

Brick
Yes
HardiPlank Type
Yes

Roofing

Composition
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Parking Features

Detached
Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air
Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air
Yes

Accessibility Feat

Ramped Entrance
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT
0
Total Lower SQFT
1062

Basement Rooms

Basement Finished SQFT
0
Total Basement SQFT
0

Driveway

Paved
Yes

Substructure

Full
Yes

Windows

Low-Emissivity Windows
Yes

Kitchen Features

Center Island
Yes
Eating Area
Yes
Mud Room Access
Yes
Snack Bar
Yes

Fireplace

Family Room
Yes
Kitchen
Yes

Additional Items

Garage Door Opener
Yes

Appliances

Built-In Electric Oven
Yes
Double Oven
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Oven
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Water Heater

Natural Gas
Yes

Fencing

Wrought Iron
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Covered
Yes

Flooring

Ceramic Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Landscape

Decor Fence
Yes
Ground Cover
Yes
Shrubs/Hedges
Yes
Underground Sprinkler
Yes

Architectural Style

Historic
Yes

Possession

Negotiable
Yes

Property Features

Accessibility Feat: Ramped Entrance Laundry Features: In Bathroom; Main Level Exterior Material: Brick; HardiPlank Type Roofing: Composition; Shingle Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows Substructure: Full Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Kitchen Features: Center Island; Eating Area; Mud Room Access; Snack Bar Fireplace: Family Room; Kitchen Additional Items: Garage Door Opener Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven; Double Oven; Dryer; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Water Heater: Natural Gas Fencing: Wrought Iron Flooring: Ceramic Tile; Wood Patio and Porch Features: Covered Landscape: Decor Fence; Ground Cover; Shrubs/Hedges; Underground Sprinkler Parking Features: Detached Architectural Style: Historic Driveway: Paved Street Type: Paved; Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Negotiable Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room NameLevel
KitchenMain
Dining RoomMain
Dining AreaMain
Family RoomMain
Bedroom 2Main
Bathroom 1Main
Primary BedroomUpper
Primary BathroomUpper
Bedroom 3Upper
Bedroom 4Upper
Bedroom 5Upper
Bathroom 3Upper
IDX
Listing Office: Five Star Real Estate - N Musk
Listing Agent: Stephanie Dahlquist
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: June - 26 - 2026
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