NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1649 Riverside Rd Niles, MI 49120

Estimated Value: $552,000 - $690,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,935 Sq Ft
$208/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2023

Last sale price $532,500 $181 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,008/month

89 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 143 Feet of Waterfront
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of February 2023

Stunning custom-built waterfront home with river access on 1+ acre on the St Joseph River. Short commute to South Bend, St. Joseph/Benton Harbor, and Lake MI. Thoughtfully designed for sweeping water views throughout the home! Prepare to be amazed as you step into this home with its breath-taking floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the river and WOW every visitor. Living room has wood floors, vaulted ceilings with recessed lighting, that amazing river view, and a dual sided fireplace that connects to the dining room. Gourmet kitchen has all the space you'll need to create meals of all sizes. Large center island, breakfast bar, and additional prep space make entertaining a breeze. New stainless-steel appliances, beautiful solid cherry cabinets built-in oven (in addition to the range), and lots of pantry space. Off the kitchen is the laundry area, half bath, multiple storage closets, and access to the huge, screened porch that is perfect for enjoying bug-free outdoor living! Or kick back on the large deck that is constructed for maximum river viewing! Main floor primary bedroom has great light, built-in shelving, and an en-suite bath with soaker tub, separate shower with bench, large dual sink vanity, and walk-in closet. The walkout lower level has a lovely family room with access to the backyard patio with river views. Private office area with dual desks and sliding barn doors - great for working, gaming, or online school. 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and lots of storage space completes the lower level. Extra deep 3-car garage, cement board siding, and wired for a generator. Enjoy the natural surroundings with quiet fields, wildlife (turkeys, foxes, deer, bald eagles), and the Trillium Ravine Preserve just down the street - a 15-acre park with walking paths and wildflowers. Choose Buchanan schools with their Promise Program or Niles schools. Close to Fernwood Botanical Gardens, River St Joe Brewery, and just 90 minutes to Chicago.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Murray

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #6501285726 Listed on: 10/14/2022

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non Member Office-SWMR

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,859

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.14 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 130 x 410 x 143 x 354
  • 143 Feet of Waterfront
  • Shrub
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Desk
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • 2 Bedrooms in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Riverside Estates Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,859

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2005
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 130 X 410 X 143 X 354
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2935.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 4859.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: 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
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 143.0
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Location Property Info:Subdivision2: Riverside Estates
  • Roofing:Shingle: Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric3: Yes
  • Additional Items:LP Tank Rented: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1935.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Contemporary: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Ceramic Floor: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, LP Tank Rented, Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Formal Dining, Gas Log, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2935.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Full Baths: 1
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 1000.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1935.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Desk Built-In: Yes
  • Appliances:Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
  • Fireplace:Formal Dining: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Softener-Owned: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1000.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 589900.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Water Body Name: St Joseph River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Material:HardPlankCement Board: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes
  • Heat Source:Electric2: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.14
  • Lot Size Area: 1.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 130 X 410 X 143 X 354
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 49658.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4859.0
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 14, 2022
Closed on
Feb 28, 2023
Sold by
Higgins Michael Rodney and Higgins Doris
Bought by
Robbins Wesley S and Robbins Julia B
Seller's Agent
Tim Murray
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member Office-SWMR
List Price
$589,900
Sold Price
$532,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$57,400
-9.73%
Views
144
Current Estimated Value
$609,355

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,855
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2005
Sold by
Devon Custom Home Inc
Bought by
Higgins Michael Rodney and Higgins Doris

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2005
Sold by
Higgins Michael Rodney and Higgins Doris
Bought by
Devon Custom Home Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,750
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 1998
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Robbins Wesley S $532,500 --
Higgins Michael Rodney -- Meridian Title Corp
Devon Custom Home Inc -- Meridian Title Corp
-- $100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Robbins Wesley S $680,000
Previous Owner Higgins Michael Rodney $150,000
Previous Owner Higgins Michael Rodney $175,000
Previous Owner Devon Custom Homes Inc $166,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2023 02/28/23 Sold $532,500 -9.7% $181 / Sq Ft
01/11/2023 01/11/23 Pending -- -- --
10/14/2022 10/14/22 For Sale $589,900 -- $201 / 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 $8,251 $291,800 $0 $0
2024 $3,313 $307,700 $0 $0
2023 $2,104 $288,000 $0 $0
2022 $2,004 $252,600 $0 $0
2021 $4,795 $249,400 $36,000 $213,400
2020 $4,732 $245,200 $0 $0
2019 $4,645 $170,300 $36,000 $134,300
2018 $4,652 $170,300 $0 $0
2017 $4,695 $174,300 $0 $0
2016 $4,790 $194,700 $0 $0
2015 $4,783 $187,500 $0 $0
2014 $1,875 $189,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22044137

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-14-0020-0005-34-9