540 Nicholson Street

860 Sq. Ft.
$140 / Sq. Ft.
860
Sq. Ft.
$140
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 540 Nicholson Street, a thoughtfully maintained home offering comfort, simplicity, and smart updates in a convenient Ionia location. From the moment you arrive, this property delivers an inviting, low-maintenance feel designed for everyday living. New roof and new siding, adding long-term value, durability, and curb appeal. The exterior features a fenced backyard providing privacy and space for outdoor enjoyment, along with a patio/grilling area ideal for relaxing or entertaining. A detached...Welcome to 540 Nicholson Street, a thoughtfully maintained home offering comfort, simplicity, and smart updates in a convenient Ionia location. From the moment you arrive, this property delivers an inviting, low-maintenance feel designed for everyday living. New roof and new siding, adding long-term value, durability, and curb appeal. The exterior features a fenced backyard providing privacy and space for outdoor enjoyment, along with a patio/grilling area ideal for relaxing or entertaining. A detached garage offers additional storage and parking flexibility. Conveniently located near local amenities and major routes, this home presents a practical layout in an established neighborhood. Opportunities like this are rare — buyers will be hard-pressed to find another home with these updates at this price point. There is simply nothing comparable available under $125,000. More pictures coming soon.
  1. Listed by William Pichler • Brokerage DRE #6505298581 • Keller Williams GR East
    P: (616)-345-5251 C: (616)-888-0964 wpichler@kw.com
  2. Listed by Steven A Pettit • Brokerage DRE #6505298581 • Keller Williams GR East
    P: (616)-504-6674 C: (616)-600-1041 spettit@kw.com

Property Details for 540 Nicholson Street

Zoning
RES
ZoningDescription
RES
Architectural Style
Traditional
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 08:28 AM

Property Details for 540 Nicholson Street

StatusPending
MLS #26003240
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,242 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyIonia County

Location

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Building Information for 540 Nicholson Street

Stories1Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

Payment Calculator

$688 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$585

Property Taxes

$104

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 540 Nicholson Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: W Lincoln
  • Municipality: Ionia City
  • Directions: West from M66 on Lincoln to Nicholson, turn north. Home is on the right.
  • Street #: 540
  • Street Name: Nicholson
  • Suffix: Street
  • City: Ionia
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 48846
  • County: Ionia
  • Latitude: 42.988833
  • Longitude: -85.079734
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 31826.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 202-060-000-035-00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Y/N: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Driveway: Unpaved
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 125x40
  • Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 860.0
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Square Footage: 4356.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Legal: CITY OF IONIA HILLCREST ADDITION, LOT 13 AND THE S 12 FT OF LOT 14 EXC W 42 FT OF LOT 13.
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • New Construction: No
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Income Property: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Util Avail at Street: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
  • Utilities Attached: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Stories: 1
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Street Type: Paved
  • Exterior Material: Concrete, Vinyl Siding
  • Roofing: Composition
  • Substructure: Crawl Space
  • Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Deck
  • Landscape: Decor Fence, Ground Cover
  • Landscape : Ground Cover: Yes
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room Total: 6
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Central
  • Total Baths: 1.0
  • Full Baths: 1
  • Room Types: Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Kitchen Features: Eating Area
  • Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Half Baths: 0.0
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Main Half Baths: 0
  • Main Level SQFT: 860
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Rental
Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional, FHA, MSHDA, VA Loan

Property History for 540 Nicholson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2026

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #26003240

Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26003240

$120,000
Feb 17, 2021

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #20048732

$86,900
Jan 18, 2021

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #20048732

Dec 11, 2020

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #20048732

$89,900
Mar 25, 2011

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #11007266

$32,000
Mar 25, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1113603289

$32,000
Feb 17, 2011

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #11007266

Feb 8, 2011

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #11007266

$36,500
Nov 25, 2010

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #10041640

$39,900
Aug 30, 2010

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #10041640

$39,900
Jul 19, 2004

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #3490499

$26,000
Jul 1, 2004

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #3490499

Mar 1, 2004

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #3490499

$38,850
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2026

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #26003240

01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26003240

$120,000
02/17/2021

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #20048732

$86,900
01/18/2021

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #20048732

12/11/2020

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #20048732

$89,900
03/25/2011

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #11007266

$32,000
03/25/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1113603289

$32,000
02/17/2011

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #11007266

02/08/2011

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #11007266

$36,500
11/25/2010

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #10041640

$39,900
08/30/2010

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #10041640

$39,900
07/19/2004

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #3490499

$26,000
07/01/2004

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #3490499

03/01/2004

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #3490499

$38,850

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 540 Nicholson Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,100Additions$18,900Total$25,000
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt660 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt660 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningR-2CountyIONIAAPN34-202-060-000-035-00

Schools near 540 Nicholson Street

This home is within Ionia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jefferson School
PublicPK to 5

Ionia Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ionia High School
Public9 to 12

Douglas R. Welch High School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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