NOT LISTED FOR SALE

19975 Merritt Ave Chippewa Lake, MI 49320

Estimated Value: $325,000 - $456,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,644 Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 20, 2024

Last sale price $390,000 $237 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,630/month

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wooded Lot
  • Pole Barn
  • 3 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of February 2024

Escape to the beauty of Chippewa Lake with this charming lakefront cottage. Situated on the shores of the largest lake in Mecosta County, this tranquil retreat offers a perfect blend of relaxation and outdoor adventure. Wake up to breathtaking panoramic views of the sparkling waters of Chippewa Lake. Explore the magic of the lake from the convenience of your own private retreat. This property includes three outbuildings for your convenience. A single car garage and a two-car main garage provide ample parking and storage space for vehicles and equipment. Additionally, just across the street on just over half an acre is a large pole barn, perfect for storing all your lake equipment, including watercraft. This cottage is thoughtfully designed to provide a cozy and inviting atmosphere. With warm wood accents and comfortable furnishings, it offers the perfect space to unwind with family and friends. With its prime lakefront location, this cottage offers something for every season. Bask in the glory of summer sunsets, witness the vibrant fall foliage, and enjoy winter activities. Book now and make unforgettable memories. Experience the beauty and adventure that Chippewa Lake has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heather Miller

Century 21 White House Realty License #6501435360 Listed on: 11/26/2023

Century 21 White House Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Stirn

Century 21 White House Realty License #6501298562

Century 21 White House Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,486

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 121.5x138x154x146.1
  • Private Waterfront
  • 154 Feet of Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,644 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Bathroom

Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Patio
  • Pole Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Generator Hookup
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include snow removal, sewer
  • Association Phone (231) 867-3777
  • Griswold Plat Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,486

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cabin
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1960
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 121.5x138x154x146.1
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1644.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 4486.35
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 154.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Telephone Line2: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Lot Description:Rolling Hills: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Location Property Info:Subdivision2: Griswold Plat
  • Roofing:Shingle: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • Substructure:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • Roofing:Asphalt2: Yes
  • Additional Items:Generator Hook-up: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1644.0
  • Additional Items:Sump Pump: Yes
  • Water:Private Water: Yes
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cabin: Yes
  • Other Structures:Pole Barn: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Slab
  • LivingArea: 1644.0
  • Window Features: Screens
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes
  • Laundry Features:In Bathroom: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Softener-Owned: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 399900.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded, Rolling Hills
  • Other Structures: Pole Barn
  • Patio and Porch Features: 3 Season Room, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Water Body Name: Chippewa Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Aluminum Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Features 3 Season Room: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Main Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Private Water, Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Phone: 231-867-3777
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Assoc Buy in Fee: 0
  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes
  • Association Info:Association Phone: 231.867.3777

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other, Snow Removal, Sewer

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.44
  • Lot Size Area: 0.44
  • Lot Dimensions: 121.5x138x154x146.1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19323.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4486.35
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 26, 2023
Closed on
Feb 20, 2024
Sold by
Burdo Brian S and Burdo Mary
Bought by
Baxter James Arthur and Baxter Audree Sue
Seller's Agent
Heather Miller
Century 21 White House Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Stirn
Century 21 White House Realty
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,900
-13.31%
Views
77
Current Estimated Value
$408,651

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$18,651
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.73%
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Outstanding Balance
$345,756
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$60,733

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2018
Sold by
Murray James A and Murray James Albert
Bought by
Rigo Burdo Mary and Burdo Brian S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Baxter James Arthur $390,000 Verified Title Agency
Rigo Burdo Mary $150,000 Devon Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Baxter James Arthur $351,000
Previous Owner Burdo Mary Rigo $117,000
Previous Owner Rigo Burdo Mary $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/20/2024 02/20/24 Sold $390,000 -2.5% $237 / Sq Ft
01/19/2024 01/19/24 Price Changed $399,900 -11.1% $243 / Sq Ft
01/18/2024 01/18/24 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2023 11/26/23 For Sale $449,900 -- $274 / 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 $4,892 $190,100 $0 $0
2024 -- $125,900 $0 $0
2023 -- $116,500 $0 $0
2022 $0 $99,700 $0 $0
2021 -- $100,200 $0 $0
2020 -- -- $0 $0
2019 -- -- $0 $0
2018 -- -- $0 $0
2017 -- -- $0 $0
2016 -- -- $0 $0
2014 -- -- $0 $0
2013 -- -- $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23143046

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5403-057-020-000