$580,000
SOLD MAR 18, 2025

18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 28 New Buffalo, MI 49117

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
$721/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$322 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

197 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Beach
  • Clubhouse
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2025

Beautiful two level Forest Beach Villa home with 1800 sq ft of living space that has been freshly updated with new kitchen including Viking 5 burner gas range, Fisher Paykel refrigerator, dishwasher drawers plus new lighting. New solid oak floors, stairs, moldings, baseboards, quality carpets and much more! Enjoy woodland views from two terraces and the amazing garden patio, then follow the stone path to view spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets. The main floor has a bright kitchen, dining, half bath and living room with a splendid fireplace. The primary bedroom suite has its own terrace. Large family room downstairs with 2 bedrooms, full bath, and laundry. Forest Beach is a well-managed gated community with pool, sandy lakefront area, tennis, clubhouse, playground and sunset decks. At Forest Beach you will enjoy carefree living without the expense or hassle of owning a standalone cottage with a pool.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rob Gow

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #6501365132 Listed on: 08/01/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Josephine Villasenor

Redfin Corporation License #6501436989

Redfin Corporation

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,839

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • Private Waterfront
  • Shrub
  • Terraced Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $721 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

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
  • Forest Beach Condos
  • Forest Beach Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,839

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$721 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1993
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cape Cod: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Center Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: 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: Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 1800.0
  • Window Features: Screens, Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • 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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • List Price: 599500.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Lake Michigan
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Balcony: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Lower Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Beach Area, Clubhouse, Pets Allowed, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 721.28
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Phone: N/A
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 721.28
  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Monthly
  • Assoc Amenities:Pets Allowed2: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Assoc Access: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Playground: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Club House: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Pool: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Beach Area: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Association Info:Association Phone: N/A

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3839.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2024
Closed on
Mar 18, 2025
Sold by
Judge Nilu D
Bought by
Nilu D Judge Family Trust and Judge
Seller's Agent
Rob Gow
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Josephine Villasenor
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$630,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-7.94%
Total Days on Market
197
Views
237

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.74%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$249,578
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$325,792

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2021
Closed on
Jul 21, 2021
Sold by
Lupo Thomas D
Bought by
Robert C Smth & Susan Sleeper Smith Tr N
Seller's Agent
Judy Bibbings
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chad Gradowski
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$464,900
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-17.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.85%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 16, 2017
Closed on
Mar 26, 2018
Sold by
Taub Jay P and Estate Of Robert G Taub
Bought by
Lupo Thomas D
Seller's Agent
Cathy Smith
Cathy Smith Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michele Cihak
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$278,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-7.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.34%
Original Mortgage
$222,400
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1995
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Chicago Title Of Mi Inc
Personal Reps Deed -- Meridian Title Corp
Deed $236,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $214,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $214,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $222,400 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Sold $580,000 -3.3% $322 / Sq Ft
11/12/2024 11/12/24 Price Changed $599,500 -3.3% $333 / Sq Ft
09/16/2024 09/16/24 Price Changed $620,000 -0.8% $344 / Sq Ft
08/13/2024 08/13/24 Price Changed $625,000 -0.8% $347 / Sq Ft
08/01/2024 08/01/24 For Sale $630,000 +63.6% $350 / Sq Ft
07/21/2021 07/21/21 Sold $385,000 -17.2% $214 / Sq Ft
07/06/2021 07/06/21 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2021 06/05/21 For Sale $464,900 +67.2% $258 / Sq Ft
03/30/2018 03/30/18 Sold $278,000 -7.0% $154 / Sq Ft
02/02/2018 02/02/18 Pending -- -- --
12/16/2017 12/16/17 For Sale $299,000 -- $166 / 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 $4,024 $253,100 $0 $0
2024 $3,092 $218,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,945 $189,300 $0 $0
2022 $2,836 $182,300 $0 $0
2021 $2,927 $148,000 $39,500 $108,500
2020 $2,843 $149,800 $0 $0
2019 $4,042 $200,200 $85,000 $115,200
2018 $5,558 $228,000 $0 $0
2017 $7,298 $182,900 $0 $0
2016 $7,003 $184,500 $0 $0
2015 $7,056 $186,400 $0 $0
2014 $4,769 $189,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 24038443

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-13-2502-0028-00-4