$385,000
SOLD JUL 21, 2021

18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 28 New Buffalo, MI 49117

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
$670/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$214 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Beach
  • Clubhouse
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2025

Just in time to enjoy the summer at the lake! Enter this 3BR, 2.5 BA unit and savor the open concept with multiple windows and transoms that will make you feel at home immediately. Main level has a master suite w/deck, half bath, kitchen w/island, dining room also w/deck, and great room w/fireplace. Lower-level walk-out has two more bedrooms, full bath, laundry and large recreation room with sliders to the flagstone patio. Plenty of storage throughout. Private Lake frontage with multiple decks, to relax and view the sunsets, pool, two clubhouses, nature trails, children's play areas and gate house. Close to wineries, casinos, breweries and great restaurants. If you choose to make this your full time residence, vacation get away, or income property, you will LOVE MAKING MEMORIES HERE

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Bibbings

eXp Realty License #6501291892 Listed on: 06/26/2021

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Chad Gradowski

Coldwell Banker Realty License #6502355194

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,844

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • Private Waterfront
  • Shrub
  • Terraced Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $670 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Water Views
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,844

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$670 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1993
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 0
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1800.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2844.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Landscape:Terraced Yard: Yes
  • General Property Info:Condo Proj Name: Forest Beach
  • General Property Info:Entry Type: Gated
  • General Property Info:Pets YN: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1800.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Ceramic Floor: Yes
  • Security Features:Security System: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 1800.0
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • 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: Other
  • List Price: 399900.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Water Body Name: Lake Michigan
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Pool:In Ground: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Beach Area, Clubhouse, Pets Allowed, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 670.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 670.0
  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Monthly
  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes
  • 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

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: 2844.0
  • Tax Year: 2020

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%
Views
237
Current Estimated Value
$594,944

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$14,944
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.97%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$249,578
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$325,378

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: 21021061

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

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