NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18460 Dunecrest Dr Unit 16 New Buffalo, MI 49117

Estimated Value: $733,981 - $805,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,200 Sq Ft
$609/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 11, 2019

Last sale price $475,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,708/month

184 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach
  • Water Access
  • In Ground Pool
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of December 2019

Updated Forest Beach Villa! This end unit offers 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. Two story Great Room with fireplace opens onto the screened porch & deck to enjoy the serene views of the dunes & woods. New kitchen with granite counters & S/S appliances. Main floor master suite with new bath adjacent to screened porch. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms all with access to decks to enjoy the morning solitude of Forest Beach. The walkout lower level has large family room & 5th bedroom both adjacent to a large porch. Forest Beach amenities include pool, tennis, gated entrance & clubhouse. Enjoy the Lake Michigan private association beach just steps away or a stroll through the lush woods. Close to the restaurants, shops, golf course & New Buffalo marina. Enjoy the carefree lifestyle of Forest Beach.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Will Schauble

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501363479 Listed on: 04/17/2019

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Roch

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6506045544

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,044

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • Property fronts a private road
  • End Unit
  • Shrub
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $609 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Water Access
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include trash, snow removal, lawn/yard care, cable/satellite

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,044

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$609 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1992
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built in Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Daylight, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 3200.0
  • Window Features: Screens, Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 509000.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Lake Michigan
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Pool:In Ground: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Beach Area, Clubhouse, End Unit, Fitness Center, Pets Allowed, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Other
  • Association Fee: 609.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 609.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Monthly
  • Assoc Amenities:Pets Allowed2: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:End Unit: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Assoc Access: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Playground: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Club House: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Fitness Center: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Pool: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Beach Area: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Tennis Court(s)2: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Trash, Snow Removal, Lawn/Yard Care, Cable/Satellite

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: Condo
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8044.13
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2023
Sold by
Hertko Matthew J and Hertko Melissa M
Bought by
Hertko Family Trust
Total Days on Market
184
Current Estimated Value
$768,495

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2019
Closed on
Dec 5, 2019
Sold by
Elpern Ellen
Bought by
Hertko Matthew J and Hertko Melissa M
Seller's Agent
Will Schauble
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Liz Roch
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-10.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.16%
Original Mortgage
$356,250
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2011
Sold by
Elpern Ellen
Bought by
Elpern Ellen and Ellen Elpern Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 1999

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 1993
Source: Public Records

Similar Homes in New Buffalo, MI

  • 310 Oselka Dr Unit 456, New Buffalo, MI 49117

    $749,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,914 Sq Ft
    • 310 Oselka Dr
    • Unit 456
    • New Buffalo, MI

    Welcome to a boater's dream! This rare 3br/3ba extra-wide penthouse condo offers sweeping harbor and Lake Michigan views, and a garage AND a 40 ft South Cove boat slip with an assigned parking space! Enjoy the ease of in-town living with your boat slip and association pool just steps away, plus New Buffalo's restaurants, shops, casino shuttle and Amtrak all within walking distance! You'll love

    Chad Gradowski Coldwell Banker Realty

    Section Image
  • 120 N Barton St Unit B, New Buffalo, MI 49117

    $799,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,110 Sq Ft
    • 120 N Barton St
    • Unit B
    • New Buffalo, MI

    Welcome to 120 N Barton, a charming newer condominium located just steps from the stunning shores of Lake Michigan and the sandy beach. This condo boasts the perfect combination of luxury living and convenience, located in the heart of New Buffalo's vibrant downtown where you can enjoy unique shops, a grocery store, Starbucks, and restaurants like the Stray Dog. You'll have ample space to host

    Jeffry Kermath Kermath Realty LLC

    Section Image
See All Homes in New Buffalo

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

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
Hertko Family Trust -- --
Hertko Matthew J -- None Available
Elpern Ellen -- None Available
-- $318,500 --
-- $299,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hertko Matthew J $354,000
Previous Owner Hertko Matthew J $356,250
Previous Owner Hertko Matthew J $356,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/11/2019 12/11/19 Sold $475,000 -10.2% $148 / Sq Ft
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2019 04/17/19 For Sale $529,000 -- $165 / 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 $9,424 $371,800 $0 $0
2024 $6,045 $314,700 $0 $0
2023 $5,757 $286,500 $0 $0
2022 $5,483 $274,900 $0 $0
2021 $8,264 $215,800 $39,500 $176,300
2020 $8,086 $212,400 $0 $0
2019 $8,236 $247,600 $85,000 $162,600
2018 $8,144 $266,500 $0 $0
2017 $8,191 $205,300 $0 $0
2016 $7,876 $207,500 $0 $0
2015 $7,960 $210,300 $0 $0
2014 $5,405 $215,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Will Schauble

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Will Schauble

    @ Properties

    (312) 860-4192

    57 Total Sales

    Will Schauble
    Section Image
  • Liz Roch

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Liz Roch

    @ Properties

    (269) 405-7301

    303 Total Sales

    Liz Roch
    Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19015025

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-13-2500-0016-00-0

Michigan Berrien County New Buffalo 49117

18460 Dunecrest Dr Unit 16, New Buffalo, MI

This home is located at 18460 Dunecrest Dr Unit 16, New Buffalo, MI 49117 since 17 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $768,495, approximately $240 per square foot. This property was built in 1992. 18460 Dunecrest Dr Unit 16 is a home located in Berrien County with nearby schools including New Buffalo Elementary School, New Buffalo Middle School, and New Buffalo Senior High School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS® Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Copyright 2025 MichRIC, LLC. All rights reserved.

Nearby Homes