NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1800 Derfla Dr Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Estimated Value: $234,000 - $291,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
700 Sq Ft
$380/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2021

Last sale price $219,999 $314 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,856/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 270 Feet of Waterfront
  • 0.98 Acre Lot
  • Living Room
  • Upton Middle School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of October 2021

Escape to pure paradise on the St. Joseph River with 270' frontage! Fish, kayak, boat or just relax... this is the ideal place to unwind and get away from it all. Property highlights include cabin, gazebo, shed/playhouse, ample parking, and potential to be split per Royalton township or build your dream home. Cabin features 700 SF, living room, kitchen, 1 bedroom, and full bath. Easy access to the St. Joseph river for kayaks, canoes, and taking your boat to Lake Michigan. A great price for waterfront living in SW Michigan. Close to Lake Michigan beaches, Harbor Shores and area restaurants. 90 miles to the Loop.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wortman Real Estate Group

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6506044879 Listed on: 08/05/2021

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Last Buyer's Agent

Chelley Bussey

Keller Williams Realty Swm

Keller Williams Realty Swm

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,953

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 42,788 Sq Ft Lot
  • 270 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Rubber Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 700 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Range
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,953

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0.98 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cabin
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 270.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Range
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • LivingArea: 700.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 219999.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront Features: River Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Well

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.9823
  • Lot Size Area: 0.98
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 42788.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4953.0
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2021
Closed on
Oct 25, 2021
Sold by
Lafond Daniel R and Lafond Arla E
Bought by
Thomsen Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Wortman Real Estate Group
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Chelley Bussey
Keller Williams Realty Swm
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$219,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,001
-3.93%
Current Estimated Value
$266,015

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,016
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Outstanding Balance
$153,532
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$112,483

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2019
Sold by
Mccoy Richard J
Bought by
Lafond Daniel R and Lafond Carla E

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2012
Closed on
Jun 26, 2012
Sold by
Rickel William R
Bought by
Mccoy Richard J
Seller's Agent
Mark Hawks
Keller Williams Realty Swm
Buyer's Agent
Mark Hawks
Keller Williams Realty Swm
List Price
$108,000
Sold Price
$87,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,500
-18.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.42%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2000
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Thomsen Holdings Llc -- Chicago Title Of Mi Inc
Lafond Daniel R $185,000 First American Title
Mccoy Richard J $87,500 Cti
-- -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thomsen Holdings Llc $168,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Sold $219,999 -3.9% $314 / Sq Ft
08/18/2021 08/18/21 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2021 08/05/21 For Sale $229,000 +161.7% $327 / Sq Ft
06/27/2012 06/27/12 Sold $87,500 -19.0% $125 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/27/2012 06/27/12 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2012 05/11/12 For Sale $108,000 -- $154 / 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 $5,219 $118,100 $0 $0
2024 $4,700 $148,500 $0 $0
2023 $4,476 $146,800 $0 $0
2022 $4,263 $110,800 $0 $0
2021 $5,013 $117,300 $96,900 $20,400
2020 $4,953 $116,300 $0 $0
2019 $3,533 $118,400 $98,300 $20,100
2018 $3,458 $118,400 $0 $0
2017 $3,394 $127,400 $0 $0
2016 $3,325 $137,400 $0 $0
2015 $3,288 $78,400 $0 $0
2014 $2,929 $77,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Wortman Real Estate Group

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Wortman Real Estate Group

    @ Properties

    (269) 930-2250

    40 in this area

    388 Total Sales

    Wortman Real Estate Group
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Chelley Bussey

    Keller Williams Realty Swm

    (269) 325-3547

    1 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Chelley Bussey
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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Mark Hawks

    Keller Williams Realty Swm

    (269) 930-4547

    5 Total Sales

    Mark Hawks
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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 21098791

MichRIC

APN: 11-17-7200-0007-00-7

Michigan Berrien County Saint Joseph 49085

1800 Derfla Dr, Saint Joseph, MI

Not Listed for Sale

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