18554 Forest Beach Dr Unit 127 New Buffalo, MI 49117
Estimated Value: $757,000 - $919,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,870
Sq Ft
$290/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach
- Water Access
- Clubhouse
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- Fitness Center
- Contemporary Architecture
About This Home
As of September 2020Forest Beach at its best. 5 bedrooms allow room for whole family. Hardwood floors throughout main level. Great room with two story ceiling, 2 sets of double doors that lead to front screened porch, another set to back screened porch. Large family room on lower level along with bedrooms -- one a bunk room with built in bunks that will stay. Close to pool and an easy golf cart ride to beach and sunsets. Generous garage allows room for car and bikes. Forest Beach deck overlooking Lake offers kitchen and room for extra parties. Pool house also offers party facilities and exercise room.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6506046606 Listed on: 09/23/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,521
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 94.76x185.54x111.17x110.35
- Property fronts a private road
- Shrub
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,870 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include snow removal, lawn/yard care, cable/satellite
Amenities
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Beach
- Tennis Courts
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 23, 2019
Closed on
Sep 30, 2020
Sold by
Gertrude M Vujtech Revocable Trust
Bought by
Mary Lee Turk Declaration Of T
Seller's Agent
Pat Tym
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Maureen Culp
RE/MAX Harbor Country
List Price
$610,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-8.2%
Total Days on Market
300
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$273,186
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.80%
Original Mortgage
$448,000
Outstanding Balance
$402,057
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$431,129
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 23, 2019
Closed on
Sep 23, 2020
Sold by
Vujtech Gertrude M
Bought by
Turk Mary Lee and Mary Lee Turk Declaration Of Trust
Seller's Agent
Pat Tym
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Maureen Culp
RE/MAX Harbor Country
List Price
$610,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-8.2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$448,000
Outstanding Balance
$402,057
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$431,129
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 9, 2013
Sold by
Brown Jeffrey G and Fortino Brown Susan
Bought by
Vujtech Gertrude M and The Gertrude M Vujtech Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2006
Sold by
Standish Barbara E
Bought by
Brown Jeffrey G and Fortino Brown Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2000
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 14, 1998
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 1996
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Lee Turk Declaration Of T | -- | Mtc | |
| Turk Mary Lee | -- | Mtc | |
| Vujtech Gertrude M | $650,000 | Fat | |
| Brown Jeffrey G | $635,000 | None Available | |
| -- | $75,000 | -- | |
| -- | $310,000 | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mary Lee Turk Declaration Of T | $448,000 | |
| Closed | Turk Mary Lee | $448,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brown Jeffrey G | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brown Jeffrey G | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brown Jeffrey G | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brown Jeffrey G | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Standish Barbara | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Standish Barbara | $250,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2020 09/25/20 | Sold | $560,000 | -8.2% | $195 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2020 07/19/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/23/2019 09/23/19 | For Sale | $610,000 | -- | $213 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $12,082 | $386,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $7,749 | $352,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $7,380 | $354,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $7,029 | $352,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $8,085 | $276,100 | $85,000 | $191,100 |
| 2020 | $5,472 | $294,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,452 | $270,000 | $85,000 | $185,000 |
| 2018 | $6,073 | $285,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,585 | $303,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,150 | $378,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $6,178 | $328,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $4,899 | $305,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Pat Tym
Seller's Agent in 2020
Pat Tym
@ Properties
(219) 210-0324
31 Total Sales
-
Maureen Culp
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Maureen Culp
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 759-9994
190 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 19046583
APN: 11-13-2503-0127-00-1
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