$345,000

beds

baths

half bath

1,927

square ft

539 Sunset Lane

East Lansing, Michigan 48823

Closed / MLS #25028809 / Single Family / East Lansing

Listing information updated 12/9/2025 at 7:42am

Spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape Cod on a corner lot in East Lansing's Oakwood Historic District, less than half a mile from MSU and downtown. Beautiful early 20th century streetlamps illuminate the area's safest and most walkable neighborhood. The open floor plan features refinished hardwood floors, original millwork in excellent condition, and a wood-burning fireplace with a new insert. The generous side lot provides ample space for extra parking or an ultimate tailgate setup with a fire pit ideal for game days, weekend cookouts, and evening gatherings. Upstairs are three large bedrooms and a full bath. A brand-new 2023 full bath includes a Finnish wet/dry sauna and heated tile floors. Updates include electrical service, central A/C (2022), newer roof, and furnace. A perfect home for a university employee or family who wish to be close to MSU. With top rated schools, this home offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort in the most sought-after neighborhood.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Cape Cod

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

103 Years

Roof Type:

Shingle

Parking Type:

Garage Faces Side,Garage Door Opener,Attached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached - 1 Car(s)

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,927

Lot Size:

0.12 Acres

Acreage:

0.12

Room Information

Kitchen:

14.00 x 7.00 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

12.40 x 9.40 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10.00 x 12.30 - Upper

3rd Bedroom:

10.00 x 11.50 - Upper

Bathroom 4:

12.00 x 12.00 - Upper Level

Primary Bathroom:

21.10 x 6.40 - Lower Level

Bathroom 2:

10.00 x 6.10 - Upper Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$5,248

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

48823

City:

East Lansing

County:

Ingham

Schools

School District(s):

East Lansing

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Cape Cod

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

103 Years

Roof Type:

Shingle

Parking Type:

Garage Faces Side,Garage Door Opener,Attached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached - 1 Car(s)

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,927

Lot Size:

0.12 Acres

Acreage:

0.12

Kitchen:

14.00 x 7.00 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

12.40 x 9.40 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10.00 x 12.30 - Upper

3rd Bedroom:

10.00 x 11.50 - Upper

Bathroom 4:

12.00 x 12.00 - Upper Level

Primary Bathroom:

21.10 x 6.40 - Lower Level

Bathroom 2:

10.00 x 6.10 - Upper Level

Tax Amount:

$5,248

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

48823

City:

East Lansing

County:

Ingham

School District(s):

East Lansing

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Location Real Estate, LLC

Listing Office Phone: 248.325.5050

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