$794,878Average Value$362Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
An upscale, artistic community on the shores of Lake Michigan
Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is on the north side of Southwest Michigan’s Harbor Country, a region known for its upscale homes and artistic community. “It’s very rich in the arts,” says Lydia Heyn, a Realtor with Christie’s International Real Estate, who sells in the neighborhood. “A lot of big artists from Chicago move here, retire and open their own galleries.” Along with those galleries, the artistic community stands out through the neighborhood’s culinary scene, local shops and several events that celebrate creativity in this region of abundant woodlands and open Lake Michigan waters. As for the long name, Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert comprises three neighborhoods embodying one whole community.
The sight of 200-foot dunes surprises many first-time visitors to Shorwood-Tower Hills-Harbert.
The heavy tree cover in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert provides ample shade in summer.
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High-end homes in the woods and by the water
Residential streets branch out from Red Arrow Highway, creating densely wooded subdivisions. They feature upscale lakefront houses ranging from around $1 million to $3.5 million. Houses off the water are surrounded by mature trees and have anywhere from a quarter to 5 acres of land. Homebuyers can find a mix of ranch-style homes and modern custom builds. They range anywhere from 1,000 to 5,500 square feet. Prices stretch from $300,000 to $3 million, and it typically depends on the luxuries and amenities of each home. A 1,500-square-foot ranch-style house in good condition and with all the necessities can sell for $450,000, while a house of the same size with an outdoor pool and state-of-the-art appliances can fetch for more than $1 million.On average, homes sell after 46 days on the market, which is on par with the national average. The neighborhood also has a CAP Index crime score of 1, the lowest possible score.
Many smaller homes in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert serve as vacation homes for Chicagoans.
Large, lakefront homes in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert have steep stairs leading to the beach.
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Trendy culinary and shopping experiences
The neighborhood is home to hip cafes and breweries, lavish wine and cocktail bars and local markets and antique stores. They’re not all in one confined space, though. “The art scene is definitely more spread out and intertwined with nature,” Heyn says. Infusco Coffee is a dog-friendly local roaster where people go to hang out over lattes and pastries. Café Gulistan serves Middle Eastern food outside in a string-lit patio and garden. Greenbush Brewing Company offers a rustic, casual atmosphere for artisan grub and experimental beer. Locals can also mingle at The Historian’s cocktail bar or across the street at Local Pour’s wine bar. At Luisa’s Swedish Bakery & Market, people can enjoy breakfast and lunch in a farmhouse setting and purchase artisanal ingredients for cooking at home. Grocery shoppers can also get produce grown at Sawyer Garden Center and grab what they need from the local butcher at Falatics Meat Market. Unique treasures can be found at several antique stores, such as Vintage Finds, Sawyer Antique Mall and Harbert Antique Mall.
One of many popular bars in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is The Historian, a cocktail lounge.
Out There wine bar in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert also serves as a wine market.
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Art-themed events throughout the year
Several art-themed events are held throughout the year, including Art Attack and the Outsiders Outside Art Fair. Art Attack is held three days in April and allows local galleries and businesses to showcase their artistic talents. The fair is held at the Judith Racht Gallery, which showcases dozens of artists from around the country.
Dunes, nature trails and a community park
The nearly 2,000 acres of Warren Dunes State Park has people from all over the country visiting to hike and hang glide on the 260-foot sandy and forested dunes next to Lake Michigan. It’s also where locals go to relax on the beach and go for a swim. Nature enthusiasts head to Jens Jensen Preserve to wander among 45 acres of towering trees and wildlife. Residents head to Harbert Community Park to fish in the pond and play sand volleyball and little league baseball. During winter, the park opens an ice skating rink and provides skates for free.
Harbert Community Park includes a stocked fishing pond in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert.
Warren Dunes State Park near Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is a beautiful beach park.
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A small student body at River Valley School District
Kindergarten through second-grade students attend Chikaming Elementary, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche. For third through fifth grade, they’ll head to B-minus-rated Three Oaks Elementary. River Valley Middle/High School encompasses one building and earns a B rating. The middle/high school has less than 300 students, making it ideal for those looking for a smaller school.
Three Oaks Elementary School holds a B- rating on Niche.com in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert
River Valley Middle/High School in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert holds a B- rating on Niche.
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I-94 to Detroit and Chicago
This is a car-dependent community, as there is no public transportation. Residents have access to Interstate 94, which can be taken about 1.5 hours to Chicago and 3 hours to Detroit. South Bend is also about 45 minutes away, where travelers can fly out of South Bend International Airport.
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Parks in this Area
Bethany Beach Playground
Harbert Community Park
Grand Mere State Park
North Lake Park
Sugarwood Forest Preserve
Warren Woods State Park
Cherry Beach
Chikaming Township Park & Preserve
Chris Thompson Memorial Preserve
Transit
Airport
South Bend International
62 min drive
Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, New Buffalo sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, New Buffalo over the last 12 months is $684,000, up 56% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,924
Median Age
63
Population under 18
11.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45.2%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,572
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$108,194
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.2%
Advanced Degrees
11.6%
% Population in Labor Force
59.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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