Seller's Agent in 2022
Karen Shoshana
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 917-8847
26 Total Sales
19 Apache Trail New Buffalo, MI 49117
Estimated Value: $568,000 - $621,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
960
Sq Ft
$612/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Access
- A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
- Sun or Florida Room
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- Wooded Lot
- Corner Lot: Yes
About This Home
As of June 2022***OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2022 @ 12:00EST TO 2:00EST.
This 1939 vintage Michiana log home is a short walk to the beach and perfect for a cozy getaway. Enjoy morning coffee or an afternoon read in the three-season front screened and windowed porch, and cocktails and summer dinners in the large back screened porch overlooking the wooded backyard. Stay warm after a winter hike in front of a fire and with natural light pouring in through French windows. Two separate living and dining areas and a nice front yard provide plenty of room for entertaining guests and extra family after a relaxing day at the beach. Original details remain including trim, hardwood floors in the living and dining room, and farm sink in the kitchen with open shelves. Bathrooms, kitchen, windows and floors updated. New Pella windows in bedrooms, new stove, freshly painted interior and exterior; new door, Weather Master (EZ Breezy) vinyl track windows and screens; new insulation in bedrooms. Design plans to add a bedroom, bathroom and walk out basement in back of home while preserving original cottage front included in documents.
Enjoy pickleball, bocce ball and music at the Village of Michiana's park and new pavilion just over Greenwood Trail. Michiana Day Camp will be in full swing this summer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #6501435632 Listed on: 04/28/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,943
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Shrub
- Corner Lot: Yes
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
- Log Cabin
- Composition Roof
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 960 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Crawl Space
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Oven
- Cooktop
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Property is near a lake
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Space Heater
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Septic Tank
- Septic System
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Ciapciak Michael and Ciapciak Susan Oleary
Bought by
Blackberry Cabin Llc
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 2024
Sold by
Ciapciak Michael and Ciapciak Susan Oleary
Bought by
Blackberry Cabin Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 28, 2022
Closed on
May 27, 2022
Sold by
Tanaka and Aida
Bought by
Ciapciak Susan Oleary and Ciapciak Michael
Seller's Agent
Karen Shoshana
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Meyer
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$477,000
Premium/Discount to List
$57,000
13.57%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.86%
Original Mortgage
$381,600
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 5, 2021
Sold by
Tanaka Stephen and Tanaka Aida
Bought by
Tanaka Stephen and Tanaka Aida
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 2008
Sold by
Fiala Susan
Bought by
Tanaka Aida and Tanaka Stephen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2004
Sold by
Swerdlow Marion
Bought by
Fiala Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,800
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 1990
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1990
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 1982
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1978
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 11, 1977
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackberry Cabin Llc | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Blackberry Cabin Llc | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Ciapciak Susan Oleary | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Tanaka Stephen | -- | None Available | |
| Tanaka Aida | -- | Metropolitan Title Company | |
| Fiala Susan | $276,000 | -- | |
| Swerdlow Marion | -- | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- | |
| -- | $34,000 | -- | |
| -- | $25,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Ciapciak Susan Oleary | $381,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Tanaka Aida | $268,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Swerdlow Marion | $220,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2022 06/02/22 | Sold | $477,000 | +13.6% | $497 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2022 04/28/22 | For Sale | $420,000 | -- | $438 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
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 | $8,182 | $213,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $6,733 | $207,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $7,443 | $222,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,882 | $95,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,943 | $91,000 | $28,100 | $62,900 |
| 2020 | $3,887 | $82,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,953 | $130,200 | $68,000 | $62,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Karen Shoshana
-
Bonnie Meyer
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Bonnie Meyer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(219) 617-5947
67 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 22014833
APN: 11-41-4890-0001-00-0
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