$1,500,000
SOLD FEB 10, 2025

12551 Summit Dr Sawyer, MI 49125

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert Neighborhood
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,050 Sq Ft
0.34 Acres

Recently Sold

$492 Per Sq Ft

23% Below List Price

308 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Beach
  • Deck
  • Water Views
  • Indoor Spa
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of February 2025

Best of both worlds! Nestled in trees a top the Dune overlooking Lake Michigan and is part of Woodland Beach Association boasting 1000 feet of PRIVATE BEACH. WBA has less than 30 homes that share the beach. Enjoy eating dinner & entertaining guests on your screened porch with lake views. Expansive cathedral ceiling and stone fireplace makes for an amazing gathering spot. Solid OAK doors throughout. NEW Roof 2022 & HVAC 2018. All new carpet throughout. A few finishing touches & this home will be your style. Lake views from all levels are exactly what you dream of. The sleeping porch is perfect for relaxing in nature. Primary suite has walk/in cedar closet, & bath has jacuzzi. Lots of deck space! Friendly neighbors & community is calling you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Sutton

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501393991 Listed on: 02/15/2024

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Last Buyer's Agent

Dan Brake

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501376260

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,547

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • The property's road front is unimproved
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $25 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 3,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Indoor Spa
  • Water Views
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 4 Main Level Bedrooms

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Property is near a lake
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Woodlawn Subdivision

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,547

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$25 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1991
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • OfficeContract Info:List PriceSqFt2: 557.38
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: irregular
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 3050.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 5547.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 2.0
  • Substructure:Partial: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Windows:Insulated Windows: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Location Property Info:Subdivision2: Woodlawn
  • Roofing:Shingle: Yes
  • Substructure:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:High-Speed Internet: Yes
  • Windows:Skylight(s): Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric3: Yes
  • Additional Items:Hot Tub Spa: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 3050.0
  • Assoc Amenities:Walking Trails: Yes
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Hot Tub Spa
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • LivingArea: 3050.0
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Fireplace:Family: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes
  • Fireplace:DenStudy: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 1700000.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Stone: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Balcony: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Beach Area, Trail(s)
  • Association Fee: 300.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Annually

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 300.0
  • Water Fea Amenities:Deeded Access: Yes
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Annually
  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Assoc Access: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Beach Area: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Size Area: 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14740.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5547.0
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2024
Closed on
Feb 4, 2025
Sold by
James M Arnold Living Trust and Arnold James M
Bought by
Summit Property Llc
Seller's Agent
Jason Sutton
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Dan Brake
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$450,000
-23.08%
Views
234
Current Estimated Value
$1,617,654

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$117,654
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.65%
Original Mortgage
$1,349,800
Outstanding Balance
$1,341,779
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$275,875

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2012
Sold by
Arnold James M
Bought by
The James M Arnold Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
3.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 1992

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1991

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 1991

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 1985
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,500,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $1,500,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Multiple
Deed -- --
Deed $100 --
Deed $100 --
Deed $92,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,349,800 New Conventional
Closed $1,349,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $290,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Sold $1,500,000 -11.8% $492 / Sq Ft
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Price Changed $1,700,000 -11.7% $557 / Sq Ft
04/02/2024 04/02/24 Price Changed $1,925,000 -1.3% $631 / Sq Ft
02/15/2024 02/15/24 For Sale $1,950,000 -- $639 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

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 $6,754 $1,122,600 $0 $0
2024 $5,060 $1,003,800 $0 $0
2023 $9,392 $773,500 $0 $0
2022 $4,228 $781,400 $0 $0
2021 $5,216 $630,100 $509,500 $120,600
2020 $5,160 $763,600 $0 $0
2019 $4,880 $305,700 $110,700 $195,000
2018 $4,748 $305,700 $0 $0
2017 $4,670 $309,600 $0 $0
2016 $4,287 $276,300 $0 $0
2015 $4,270 $252,300 $0 $0
2014 $3,409 $266,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Sutton

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jason Sutton

    @ Properties

    (269) 326-2473

    5 in this area

    64 Total Sales

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  • Dan Brake

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Dan Brake

    @ Properties

    (918) 605-4234

    9 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Dan Brake
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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 24007663

MichRIC

APN: 11-07-8700-0025-00-9

Michigan Berrien County Sawyer 49125 Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

12551 Summit Dr, Sawyer, MI

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