15 S Franklin St New Buffalo, MI 49117
Estimated Value: $453,000 - $537,081
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,770
Sq Ft
$284/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Access
- Deck
- Attached Garage
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- Traditional Architecture
- Garden
About This Home
As of December 2021Wow. You probably didn't know that the kitchen in this 4 bedroom home has been totally custom upgraded, opened, expanded and brightened into a cook's delight. Now loads of space along with easy access to the deck as well as the finished walkout lower level. This delightful home is located within walking distance to the Blue Ribbon award winning New Buffalo High School and Middle School, which offers $5,000 per year for up to 5 years after graduation for continued education in vocational or academic student goals, plus a state of the art fitness center for district residents. The finished lower level has its own bath, and is perfect for working at home or 4th bedroom along with a study area or play space. It also has a private entrance and exit. By the way, Included is the 2 car garage New city water hookup in 2021. The lower level walkout has a private living room or office, bedroom and bath. Also you can use the interior stairway or the separate private entrance. Redamaks and Ghost Isle Brewery are with 1/4 Mile as are ball parks, soccer fields, City Park with a playground, running track and sleding hill. A great place to enjoy life as your main home or getaway home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #6506040617 Listed on: 10/10/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,350
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 7,972 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 62 x 131
- Garden
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,770 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Recreation Room with Fireplace
- Walk-Out Basement
- Laundry on main level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Michael Debiak Sub Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2024
Sold by
Firestone Timothy and Pawlowski Jessica S
Bought by
Pawlowski Jessica Soos
Total Days on Market
31
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2021
Closed on
Dec 10, 2021
Sold by
Keating Regan E
Bought by
Firestone Timothy P and Pawlowski Jessica S
Seller's Agent
Louis Price
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lane Moser
Ellsbury Commercial Group
List Price
$398,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$33,000
-8.29%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.64%
Original Mortgage
$182,025
Interest Rate
3.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 9, 2013
Closed on
Mar 9, 2014
Sold by
Veikos Thomas A and Veikos Irene
Bought by
Keating Regan E
Seller's Agent
Cathy Smith
Cathy Smith Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gail Lowrie
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List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$208,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,250
-7.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.47%
Original Mortgage
$198,312
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 6, 2004
Sold by
Gilley Dorothy
Bought by
Veikos Thomas A and Veikos Irene
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,600
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2004
Sold by
Gilley Dorothy and Chase Manhattan Bank
Bought by
Novastar Mortgage Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 1, 1975
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawlowski Jessica Soos | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Firestone Timothy P | -- | Meridian Title Corporation | |
| Keating Regan E | -- | Fat | |
| Veikos Thomas A | $197,500 | Meridian Title Corp | |
| Novastar Mortgage Inc | $120,568 | -- | |
| -- | $30,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Firestone Timothy P | $182,025 | |
| Previous Owner | Keating Regan E | $198,312 | |
| Previous Owner | Veikos Thomas | $28,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Veikos Thomas A | $157,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2021 12/10/21 | Sold | $365,000 | -8.3% | $206 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2021 10/10/21 | For Sale | $398,000 | +90.7% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2014 03/10/14 | Sold | $208,750 | -7.2% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2014 03/07/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/09/2013 12/09/13 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $180 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,479 | $223,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,426 | $179,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,304 | $179,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,482 | $146,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,360 | $129,800 | $18,400 | $111,400 |
| 2020 | $2,333 | $109,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,314 | $95,100 | $34,300 | $60,800 |
| 2018 | $2,307 | $95,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,330 | $97,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,252 | $98,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,265 | $75,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,564 | $74,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Louis Price
Seller's Agent in 2021
Louis Price
Coldwell Banker Realty
(312) 307-0054
16 Total Sales
-
Lane Moser
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Lane Moser
Ellsbury Commercial Group
(260) 615-9248
37 Total Sales
-
Cathy Smith
C
Seller's Agent in 2014
Cathy Smith
Cathy Smith Real Estate
64 Total Sales
-
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Cynthia Marquard
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
G
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Gail Lowrie
@ Properties
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 21110129
APN: 11-62-1610-0003-00-7
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