$375,000
SOLD NOV 27, 2024

11478 S Lake Chapin Rd Berrien Springs, MI 49103

1 Bed
1 Bath
768 Sq Ft
0.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$488 Per Sq Ft

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Screened Porch
  • Berrien Springs High School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2024

Discover your own lakeside retreat with this one-of-a-kind, darling cottage nestled right on the shores of Lake Chapin. Featuring an open floor plan and a unique spiral staircase leading to a full walk-out basement, this home is designed for both comfort and style.

Enjoy a beautiful, cozy screened-in porch on the side of the cottage, perfect for quiet mornings or evenings. The spacious deck on the back of the cottage overlooks the sparkling waterfront, offering the ideal spot to relax or entertain.

With breathtaking lakeside frontage and year-round scenic beauty, this property is a must-see for those seeking a peaceful summer getaway or a charming full-time residence. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise on Lake Chapin!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Howard McLauchlin

McLauchlin Realty, Inc. License #6506002172 Listed on: 09/12/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Howard McLauchlin

McLauchlin Realty, Inc. License #6506002172 Listed on: 09/12/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,179

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 11x295
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Shrub
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 768 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Screened Porch
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Recreational Area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,179

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cabin
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 11x295
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 768.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1179.39
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Heat Source:Propane: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 100.0
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric3: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 768.0
  • Laundry Features In Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cabin: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 768.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 768.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Laundry Features:In Unit: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 375000.0
  • Lot Features: Recreational, Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Water Body Name: Lake Chapin
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Unit
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.61
  • Lot Size Area: 0.61
  • Lot Dimensions: 11x295
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26520.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1179.39
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2024
Closed on
Nov 14, 2024
Sold by
Gettys Robert and Gettys Brandy
Bought by
Wohlers Barbara S
Seller's Agent
Howard McLauchlin
McLauchlin Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Howard McLauchlin
McLauchlin Realty, Inc.
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$389,652

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$14,652
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2024
Sold by
Miller Bonnie Jeanne
Bought by
Gettys Robert and Gettys Brandy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 1984

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 1983
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $375,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $375,000 First American Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $19,500 --
Deed $100 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/27/2024 11/27/24 Sold $375,000 0.0% $488 / Sq Ft
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2024 09/12/24 For Sale $375,000 -- $488 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,188 $116,600 $0 $0
2024 $957 $110,400 $0 $0
2023 $921 $99,200 $0 $0
2022 $906 $75,200 $0 $0
2021 $1,046 $71,800 $35,800 $36,000
2020 $2,154 $70,600 $0 $0
2019 $1,014 $65,500 $31,500 $34,000
2018 $886 $65,500 $0 $0
2017 $917 $64,400 $0 $0
2016 $889 $66,200 $0 $0
2015 $889 $66,000 $0 $0
2014 $731 $65,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 24048328

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-04-0135-0005-04-8