16157 4th Ln Union Pier, MI 49129
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,741
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Water Access
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- Wooded Lot
- Screened Porch
About This Home
As of May 2025Step into the vintage charm of this classic Union Pier cottage, in a walkable location to two Lake Michigan beaches. Nestled on a private, wooded lot along a private, quiet road, this 3-bedroom retreat—with an additional sitting room that can serve as a 4th bedroom—offers the perfect blend of character and comfort. Original details like a charming farm sink, knotty pine accents, fireplace, and volume ceilings add warmth and nostalgia. Enjoy the fresh summer breeze from the screened porch, decks or sitting around a campfire. . With a proven rental history and offered mostly turnkey, this home is ready to be your ideal getaway or investment. Don't miss this timeless gem in Union Pier!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Cathy Smith Real Estate License #6506043515 Listed on: 03/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,846
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 91 x 140
- The property's road front is unimproved
- Property fronts a private road
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned R1, R1
Parking
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,741 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Screened Porch
- Crawl Space
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2025
Closed on
May 19, 2025
Sold by
Kuchar Kenneth
Bought by
Red Pine Retreat I Llc
Seller's Agent
Cathy Smith
Cathy Smith Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michael Jefvert
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,556
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.95%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Outstanding Balance
$519,113
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$143,443
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 2015
Sold by
Johnson Carl and Martin Suzanne
Bought by
Kuchar Kenneth and Kuchar Karen
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 2008
Sold by
Harney John P
Bought by
Kuchar Kenneth and Kuchar Karen
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2006
Sold by
Heger Norma
Bought by
Willies Construction Co Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 3, 2006
Sold by
Turner Allen M and Turner Lynn
Bought by
Heger Norma
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2003
Sold by
Turner Allen M and Turner Lynn
Bought by
Harney John P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fat (First American Title Insu | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fat (First American Title Insu | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Meridian Title Corp | |
| Warranty Deed | $280,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $520,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $520,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $224,000 | Balloon |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | Sold | $650,000 | 0.0% | $373 / Sq Ft |
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $373 / 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 | $4,645 | $195,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,846 | $199,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,711 | $114,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,581 | $121,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,891 | $101,400 | $6,300 | $95,100 |
| 2020 | $3,809 | $105,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,809 | $109,600 | $5,200 | $104,400 |
| 2018 | $3,728 | $95,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,882 | $97,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,665 | $99,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,647 | $94,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,547 | $101,300 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cathy Smith
C
Seller's Agent in 2025
Cathy Smith
Cathy Smith Real Estate
(269) 861-2292
61 Total Sales
-
Michael Jefvert
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michael Jefvert
@ Properties
(312) 316-9151
64 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25009654
APN: 11-13-0336-0038-14-1
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