NOT LISTED FOR SALE

144 S Lighthouse Dr Mears, MI 49436

Estimated Value: $833,000 - $939,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,339 Sq Ft
$371/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 06, 2015

Last sale price $435,000 $186 Per Sq Ft

Est. 99% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,448/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Indoor Spa
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Water Views
  • Deck
  • Hilly Lot

About This Home

As of May 2015

Stunning Contemporary perched on private bluff with Lake Michigan views and deeded access to the beach. Home is located near desirable Little Sable Point Lighthouse Park which is part Silver Lake State Park. Big Drama for this Modern Design with it's sweeping windows across the front of the home, richly, warm, wood cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors. Beautiful field stone fireplace, granite counters, built in cabinets and heavy wood trim around massive Anderson windows sets this place apart from the others. Master suite is upstairs with private viewing balcony. Two other guest bedrooms and cedar lined four season room wrapped in windows complete with hot tub! Best part is the privacy one feels when staying here. Nice Digs, Views, Water, Privacy.....it's all here!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Siemer

Greenridge Realty White Lake License #6501336066 Listed on: 03/19/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Jane Reynolds

Keller Williams GR North (Main) License #6501372999

Keller Williams GR North (Main)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,084

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 1.63 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 220 x 397
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Hilly Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,339 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Indoor Spa
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement

Outdoor Features

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,084

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

1.63 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1985
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • OfficeContract Info:List PriceSqFt2: 188.11
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 220 x 397
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2339.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • General Property Info:Design: Contemporary
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 4084.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Source:Propane: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Substructure:Partial: Yes
  • Lot Description:Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • Windows:Insulated Windows: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Lot Description:Rolling Hills: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceramic Floor: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Additional Items:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Windows:BayBow: Yes
  • Additional Items:Hot Tub Spa: Yes
  • Additional Items:LP Tank Owned: Yes
  • Lot Description:Adj to Public Land: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2339.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Microwave, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Floor, Garage Door Opener, Hot Tub Spa, LP Tank Owned, Wood Floor, Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Partial, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 2339.0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Bay/Bow
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 935.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck(s)
  • List Price: 440000.0
  • Lot Features: Rolling Hills, Cul-De-Sac, Adj to Public Land
  • Water Body Name: Lake Michigan
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:HardPlankCement Board: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Deeded Access: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.63
  • Lot Size Area: 1.63
  • Lot Dimensions: 220 x 397
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 71002.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4084.0
  • Tax Year: 2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2020
Sold by
Teixeira Jose M
Bought by
Teixeira Jose M and Jose M Teixeira Trust
Current Estimated Value
$866,930

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2015
Closed on
May 6, 2015
Sold by
Melheim Greg and Biladeau Michael A
Bought by
Teixeira Jose M
Seller's Agent
Mary Siemer
Greenridge Realty White Lake
Buyer's Agent
Jane Reynolds
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
List Price
$440,000
Sold Price
$435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.60%
Original Mortgage
$391,500
Outstanding Balance
$300,940
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$565,990

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2000
Sold by
Melheim Greg
Bought by
Melheim Greg and Biladeau Michael A
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Teixeira Jose M -- None Available
Teixeira Jose M $435,000 Chicago Title
Melheim Greg -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Teixeira Jose M $391,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/06/2015 05/06/15 Sold $435,000 -1.1% $186 / Sq Ft
03/28/2015 03/28/15 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2015 03/19/15 For Sale $440,000 -- $188 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

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 $11,781 $421,100 $421,100 $0
2024 $3,042 $412,100 $412,100 $0
2023 $10,310 $358,200 $358,200 $0
2022 $10,310 $318,100 $0 $0
2021 $10,299 $291,900 $291,900 $0
2020 $9,715 $278,200 $278,200 $0
2019 $9,819 $274,800 $0 $0
2018 $9,592 $228,000 $0 $0
2017 $9,099 $221,000 $0 $0
2016 -- $200,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $235,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mary Siemer

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Mary Siemer

    Greenridge Realty White Lake

    (231) 981-3912

    45 Total Sales

    Mary Siemer
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Jane Reynolds

    Keller Williams GR North (Main)

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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 15011534

MichRIC

APN: 011-102-200-06

Michigan Oceana County Mears 49436

144 S Lighthouse Dr, Mears, MI

Not Listed for Sale

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