20335 Cara Ave Cassopolis, MI 49031
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,159
Sq Ft
0.8
Acres
Highlights
- Boathouse
- Wooded Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Private Waterfront
- Traditional Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of May 2022This historic haven on Diamond Lake has timeless appeal: one of the last of the true lake homes from a bygone era! This beautiful residence sits on the esteemed northern shoreline. Enjoy relaxing afternoons with sensational lake views on the 32x11 front porch overlooking 112 ft of water frontage that sports a traditional boathouse. This home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a bunk room. The large kitchen and dining room with butler pantry are perfect for family gatherings and entertaining friends. The living room features a stone fireplace and French doors that lead to the spacious porch. Step out onto a pastoral and spacious lawn that accommodates parties and summer games under beautiful shade trees.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jeanne Wilkerson
Cressy & Everett Real Estate License #6501279752 Listed on: 09/24/2014
Last Buyer's Agent
Gail Alexander
Michigan Lakes Real Estate Team License #6502349162
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,004
Year Built
- Built in 1896
Lot Details
- 0.8 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 112x316x103x375
- Private Waterfront
- 112 Feet of Waterfront
- Shrub
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,159 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
- Partial Basement
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Boathouse
Utilities
- Humidifier
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Water Softener is Owned
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 31, 2022
Closed on
May 25, 2022
Sold by
Barry Michael E
Bought by
Vogel Jacob Irrevocable Trust
Seller's Agent
TARAH SHETERON
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Gableman
Cressy Commercial Real Estate
List Price
$2,075,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-13.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.04%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2015
Sold by
Smith Karen O
Bought by
Robb Christine O and Davies Kenneth E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,068,584
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2015
Sold by
Robb Christine O and Davies Kenneth E
Bought by
Barry Michael E and Barry Michael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,068,584
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2007
Sold by
Edith Olson Hite Revocable Trust
Bought by
Davies Kenneth E and Walsh Frederika D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,800,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Meridian Title Corp | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,335,730 | Meridian Title Corp | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,068,584 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Price Changed | $2,400,000 | -4.0% | $760 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2025 03/29/25 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | +38.9% | $791 / Sq Ft |
| 05/25/2022 05/25/22 | Sold | $1,800,000 | -13.3% | $570 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2022 05/04/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/31/2022 01/31/22 | For Sale | $2,075,000 | +55.3% | $657 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2015 06/03/15 | Sold | $1,335,730 | -25.8% | $423 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2015 06/03/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/24/2014 09/24/14 | For Sale | $1,800,000 | -- | $570 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,839 | $736,800 | $736,800 | $0 |
| 2023 | $6,522 | $617,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,760 | $657,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $10,221 | $435,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $11,062 | $470,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $11,284 | $491,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $5,989 | $563,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,062 | $570,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,662 | $626,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $656,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $649,835 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michelle Scott
Seller's Agent in 2025
Michelle Scott
Michigan Lakes Real Estate Team
(574) 286-9050
64 Total Sales
-
Ryan Gableman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Ryan Gableman
Cressy Commercial Real Estate
(574) 485-1526
18 Total Sales
-
TARAH SHETERON
Seller's Agent in 2022
TARAH SHETERON
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
(269) 876-9276
144 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jeanne Wilkerson
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
-
G
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Gail Alexander
Michigan Lakes Real Estate Team
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 12018599
APN: 14-100-032-019-00
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