Seller's Agent in 2023
Doug Birkey
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
(574) 292-5096
26 in this area
251 Total Sales
Estimated Value: $368,000 - $428,954
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,428
Sq Ft
$275/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- 2.29 Acre Lot
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Docks
- Wooded Lot
- Patio
About This Home
As of September 2023A one-of-a-kind, completely restored California Modern style home that rests on 2.2 acres with 150 feet of frontage on the St. Joseph River just outside Niles, Michigan. The home was custom-designed in January of 1952 by the Mid Century Modern Architect Andrew A. Toth for Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Melton and built later that year on this 60 foot bluff overlooking the river. •Although the house is tucked away on its 600-foot, Red Pine lined gravel driveway, it may feel like the north woods, but it is in close proximity to everything you will need or want. The Boathouse is ''Grandfathered'' on this stretch of the St. Joseph River that stretches from above the French Paper Dam in Niles, Mich. to downtown South Bend, Ind. below the Century Center.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Cressy & Everett Real Estate License #6501394663 Listed on: 06/23/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,650
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 2.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 153 x 687 x 141 x 660
- Private Waterfront
- 150 Feet of Waterfront
- River Front
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Rubber Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,428 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Docks
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- Septic System
- High Speed Internet
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 23, 2023
Closed on
Sep 15, 2023
Sold by
Barger Ronald J and Barger Michelle L
Bought by
Odiorne Bruce and Odiorne Michelle
Seller's Agent
Doug Birkey
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Becky Gushwa
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
List Price
$437,500
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,500
-8.57%
Views
423
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
-$8,011
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.96%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$146,783
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$245,206
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 13, 1995
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 1989
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odiorne Bruce | $400,000 | Chicago Title | |
| -- | $89,000 | -- | |
| -- | $100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Odiorne Bruce | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2023 09/15/23 | Sold | $400,000 | -5.9% | $280 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2023 08/14/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/21/2023 07/21/23 | Price Changed | $424,900 | -2.9% | $298 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2023 06/23/23 | For Sale | $437,500 | -- | $306 / 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 | $5,497 | $188,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,822 | $188,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,917 | $112,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,835 | $100,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,471 | $101,100 | $44,000 | $57,100 |
| 2020 | $2,460 | $99,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,421 | $82,300 | $44,000 | $38,300 |
| 2018 | $2,370 | $82,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,395 | $83,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,544 | $89,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,450 | $89,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,808 | $89,900 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Doug Birkey
-
Becky Gushwa
B
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Becky Gushwa
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
(269) 683-5355
25 in this area
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 23021925
APN: 11-14-1120-0006-00-2
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