1142 Lilac Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823

$270,000
3
BD
2
BA
1,470
SqFt

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Sold Price
$270,000
List Price
$270,000
Status
SOLD
Days on Market
17
Closing Date
Jul 20, 2026
MLS#
20261049329
Subtype
Residential
Style
Cape Cod
Year Built
1948
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Living Area
1,470
Lot Size
10,890
Acres
0.25
Subdivision
East Lansing

Property Description

Fantastic owner-occupant or investment opportunity just two blocks from Michigan State University! Nestled in a quiet, low-traffic neighborhood, this licensed two-unit property offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and income-producing potential.Looking for a single-family home instead? This versatile property can easily function as a spacious personal residence with three bedrooms—two on the main level and one upstairs—with the potential to create a fourth bedroom in the upper level, if desired. Whether you choose to maintain the income-producing duplex configuration or convert it into a larger single-family home, the flexible layout provides options to fit your needs.The main-floor owner’s unit features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a spacious living room, a functional kitchen, and interior access to the full basement. The basement offers a partially finished area, laundry space, and ample storage.The upper-level apartment is licensed for either a family or up to two unrelated occupants, making it an ideal rental for MSU students, graduate students, faculty, or professionals. This private unit offers its own exterior entrance and features a living room, kitchen, full bathroom, and one bedroom. The upper unit also has access to the shared basement through its own private exterior entrance. Outside, you’ll appreciate the detached two-car garage, maintenance-free vinyl siding, and a large fenced backyard with a patio—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or pets.Whether you’re looking to offset your mortgage with rental income or add a versatile property to your investment portfolio, this duplex offers exceptional potential in a prime East Lansing location just minutes from MSU, shopping, dining, parks, and everything the area has to offer.

Additional Information

Taxes
$3,210
Property Description
Cape Cod
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Heating
Forced Air
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Stories
2
Parking Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces
2
School District
East Lansing

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kevin Cermak from Listing Office: National Realty Centers, Inc.

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