$259,900
$10K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $1,531/month

Total Views 2,256
2 Beds
1 Bath
742 Sq Ft
$350 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 67 Feet of Waterfront
  • No HOA
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully renovated waterfront cottage on all-sports Messenger Lake, part of Coldwater's highly desirable North Chain of Lakes. Enjoy access to five connected lakes, boat directly to two waterfront restaurants, and take advantage of the nearby beach area, making this an exceptional destination for lake living. Inside, you'll find a completely renovated interior that perfectly blends modern updates with timeless cottage charm. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features a warm and welcoming living room centered around a cozy gas fireplace, while the beautifully updated kitchen offers stylish finishes and an ideal space for preparing meals or gathering with family and friends. Wake up to stunning lake views from the primary bedroom and enjoy the peaceful waterfront setting throughout the home. Whether you're spending the day on the water, relaxing by the shoreline, or entertaining guests, this property offers the perfect lakeside lifestyle. An additional lot across the street is included in the sale, providing valuable extra parking and featuring a newer retaining wall. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence, a weekend getaway, or an investment opportunity, this move-in-ready waterfront cottage offers an outstanding opportunity to enjoy one of Branch County's premier chain of lakes. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Agent

Grace Roberts Elevate Team

Real Broker LLC License #6501416028 Listed on: 07/08/2026

Real Broker LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,819

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • 67 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Shrub

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 742 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Snack Bar or Counter

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Carport
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Wall Furnace
  • Window Unit Heating System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Recreational Area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,819

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 67.0
  • General Property Info: Association YN: No
  • Driveway:Driveway: Gravel
  • Landscape:Landscape: Ground Cover, Shrubs/Hedges
  • Mineral Rights:Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Sewer:Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Additional Items:Additional Items: Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Util Avail at Street:Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Fea Amenities:Water Fea Amenities: All Sports, Dock, Private Frontage, View
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  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Range
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • LivingArea: 742.0
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Replacement
  • Windows:Windows: Replacement
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Features: Snack Bar

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 259900.0
  • Lot Features: Recreational
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Covered
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Messenger Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Roofing:Roofing: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Main Level
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Heat Source:Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heat Type:Heat Type: Wall Furnace
  • Utilities Attached:Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1819.15
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Tax History

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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
2026 $1,544 $83,800 $0 $0
2025 $1,473 $76,100 $0 $0
2024 $13 $70,900 $0 $0
2023 $462 $67,600 $0 $0
2022 $1,344 $54,300 $0 $0
2020 -- $23,000 $0 $0
2019 -- $39,500 $0 $0
2018 -- $34,500 $0 $0
2017 -- $35,600 $0 $0
2016 -- $31,800 $0 $0
2015 -- $27,600 $0 $0
2014 -- $25,500 $0 $0
2013 -- $10,000 $0 $0
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/27/2026 07/27/26 Price Changed $259,900 -1.9% $350 / Sq Ft
07/17/2026 07/17/26 Price Changed $265,000 -1.8% $357 / Sq Ft
07/08/2026 07/08/26 For Sale $269,900 +217.5% $364 / Sq Ft
08/03/2018 08/03/18 Sold $85,000 -22.0% $123 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/08/2018 07/08/18 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2018 06/06/18 For Sale $109,000 -- $158 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $85,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- Attorney
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $76,500 New Conventional
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Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 26034498

MichRIC

APN: 070-019-200-005-09

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