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3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 — Sold $285,000 by Jill Ortlieb
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Another pre-probate listing closed by Jill Ortlieb in Berrien County, MI. Good work.
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Final sold price
SOLD$285,000
What sold at 3865 E Empire Ave, and for how much?
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 sold for $285,000 on July 27, 2026. The listing was handled by Jill Ortlieb of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI. The property is a residential, 1 bath, 1,380 sq ft, built in 1959. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Berrien County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $285,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 1 bath |
| Building area | 1,380 sq ft |
| Year built | 1959 |
| County | Berrien County, MI |
| Listing agent | Jill Ortlieb, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI |
| APN | 03-0023-0014-05-1 |
| MLS # | 26030692 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Berrien County, Michigan from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor MI 49022
Property profile
- Address
- 3865 E Empire Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
- County
- Berrien County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 1 bath
- Year built
- 1959
- APN
- 03-0023-0014-05-1
Mailing address
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 03/17/2026
- Assessed value
- $88,700
- MLS #
- 26030692
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$207Calculated from a 1,380 sq ft building and $285,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value321%Sold price was 321% of the $88,700 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale132Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio1%Building footprint covers about 1% of the 176,854 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Jill Ortlieb of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI represented the seller and RE/MAX Lakeshore represented the buyer on 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor MI 49022 in Benton Harbor. The two of them walked an inherited property all the way to closing, which is what pre-probate work asks for. The home closed at $285,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Jill Ortlieb, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
- RE/MAX Lakeshore
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 sell for?
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 sold for $285,000 on 07/27/2026.
When did 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 sell?
The transfer of 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 was recorded on in Berrien County, MI.
Who sold 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022?
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 was listed by Jill Ortlieb, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI.
Who represented the buyer of 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022?
The buyer of 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 was represented by RE/MAX Lakeshore.
What kind of property is 3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022?
3865 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 1 bath. It was built in 1959.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Benton Harbor?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Berrien County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by MI and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Berrien County, Michigan from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Every figure on this page traces back to a public record. Use the Berrien County, Michigan recorder for the deed itself, and these references for the law that governs a pre-probate transfer.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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