NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 29 New Buffalo, MI 49117

Estimated Value: $481,000 - $561,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
$595/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 25, 2022

Last sale price $354,000 $253 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,190/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Screened Porch
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Gazebo

About This Home

As of March 2022

Welcome to Forest Beach, a gated lakefront community in New Buffalo Michigan! This 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath villa offers tranquil tree top views and a seasonal lake peek! Enjoy the beach, beach house and gazebo, pool and tennis, all available to the residents of gorgeous Forest Beach. Vaulted ceiling, skylights, fireplace, screened porch off the primary bedroom and deck off the living room. Main floor primary bedroom, two bedrooms on the upper level plus main floor extra space that could be utilized as a home office, den or 4th bedroom. Most furniture and furnishings will stay. Check it out today and change your weekends forever.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathy Smith

Cathy Smith Real Estate License #6506043515 Listed on: 02/11/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Janet McNamara

Five Star Real Estate-Holland License #6501406399

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,443

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • Property fronts a private road

HOA Fees

  • $595 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Gazebo
  • Play Equipment

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

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

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,443

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$595 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1984
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Other
  • LivingArea: 1400.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Play Equipment, Scrn Porch, Tennis Court(s)
  • List Price: 354000.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Gazebo: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Balcony: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Play Equipment: Yes
  • Pool:In Ground: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Pets Allowed, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 595.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 595.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Monthly
  • General Property Info:Association Contact: Superior Management
  • Assoc Amenities:Pets Allowed2: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Assoc Access: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Pool: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Tennis Court(s)2: Yes

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6443.0
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 11, 2022
Closed on
Mar 25, 2022
Sold by
Holmes James J and Holmes Kathleen M
Bought by
Jones Lori Welding
Seller's Agent
Cathy Smith
Cathy Smith Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Janet McNamara
Five Star Real Estate-Holland
List Price
$354,000
Sold Price
$354,000
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
$512,865

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$158,865
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.28%
Original Mortgage
$229,000
Outstanding Balance
$216,545
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$296,320

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 3, 2013
Closed on
Jan 27, 2015
Sold by
Schuller Gregory G and Schuller Karen M
Bought by
Holmes James J and Holmes Kathleen M
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Reilly
Chris Crawford Ltd.
Buyer's Agent
Grace Burke
Compass Michigan LLC
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-6.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.20%
Original Mortgage
$243,750
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2000

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1998
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
Jones Lori Welding $354,000 New Title Company Name
Holmes James J -- Multiple
-- $250,000 --
-- $229,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jones Lori Welding $229,000
Closed Jones Lori Welding $229,000
Previous Owner Holmes James J $243,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/25/2022 03/25/22 Sold $354,000 0.0% $253 / Sq Ft
02/27/2022 02/27/22 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2022 02/11/22 For Sale $354,000 +8.9% $253 / Sq Ft
02/04/2015 02/04/15 Sold $325,000 -6.9% $232 / Sq Ft
09/20/2014 09/20/14 Pending -- -- --
12/03/2013 12/03/13 For Sale $349,000 -- $249 / 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 $8,597 $282,200 $0 $0
2024 $5,514 $242,200 $0 $0
2023 $5,252 $213,100 $0 $0
2022 $4,274 $205,000 $0 $0
2021 $6,443 $167,900 $39,500 $128,400
2020 $6,472 $170,000 $0 $0
2019 $7,337 $200,200 $85,000 $115,200
2018 $7,255 $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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Cathy Smith

    Cathy Smith Real Estate

    64 Total Sales

    Cathy Smith
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  • Janet McNamara

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Janet McNamara

    Five Star Real Estate-Holland

    (616) 848-1185

    65 Total Sales

    Janet McNamara
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  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jeanne Reilly

    Chris Crawford Ltd.

  • Grace Burke

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Grace Burke

    Compass Michigan LLC

    (708) 638-5292

    23 Total Sales

    Grace Burke
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22004259

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-13-2502-0029-00-1

Michigan Berrien County New Buffalo 49117

18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 29, New Buffalo, MI

This home is located at 18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 29, New Buffalo, MI 49117 since 11 February 2022 and is currently estimated at $512,865, approximately $366 per square foot. This property was built in 1984. 18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 29 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.

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