215 E Jefferson St New Buffalo, MI 49117
Estimated Value: $429,465 - $534,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,700
Sq Ft
$280/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Access
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Screened Porch
About This Home
As of August 2020Contemporary Cottage with Classic Charm! This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home is ready for you to love. Main Level has the coveted open concept with abundant splashes of natural light from the south facing, rear of the house, as well as a bedroom, full bath/laundry room - all accented by bright, hardwood flooring and access to exterior deck and screened porch. The Upper Level hosts the master bedroom and second spacious bedroom and spa worthy bathroom. Just a short distance to downtown New Buffalo, Lake Michigan Public Beach, boat launches, Amtrak Station and all Harbor Country has to offer. Solid vacation rental history. Make this your year-round home or the get-away you've been dreaming of.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Harbor Country @ New Buffalo License #6506046835 Listed on: 02/20/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,321
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66 x 132
- Level Lot
Parking
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,700 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Screened Porch
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Snack Bar or Counter
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
- Shed
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 20, 2020
Closed on
Aug 14, 2020
Sold by
Shead Lawrence A and Spencer Shead Victoria
Bought by
Bryar Jessica
Seller's Agent
Traci Lauricella
RE/MAX Harbor Country @ New Buffalo
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Keller
Compass Michigan LLC
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$284,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$41,000
-12.62%
Total Days on Market
137
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
$192,366
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.40%
Original Mortgage
$227,200
Outstanding Balance
$203,347
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$273,019
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 7, 2014
Closed on
Jun 25, 2014
Sold by
White Brooke A
Bought by
Shead Lawrence A and Spencer Shead Victoria T
Seller's Agent
Kurt Hauseman
Lake Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kurt Hauseman
Lake Homes Realty
List Price
$219,000
Sold Price
$219,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.32%
Original Mortgage
$215,033
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2008
Sold by
Elsner Vicki
Bought by
Deutsche Bank Trust Co Americas
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2005
Sold by
Jefferson Street Development Llc
Bought by
Elsner Vicki
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$245,345
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Construction
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryar Jessica | -- | Fat | |
| Bryar Jessica | -- | Miller Johnson Schroeder Plc | |
| Shead Lawrence A | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deutsche Bank Trust Co Americas | $355,108 | None Available | |
| Elsner Vicki | $70,000 | Meridian Title Corp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bryar Jessica | $227,200 | |
| Closed | Bryar Jessica | $227,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Shead Lawrence A | $215,033 | |
| Previous Owner | White Brooke A | $152,000 | |
| Previous Owner | White Brooke A | $19,202 | |
| Previous Owner | White Brooke A | $130,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Elsner Vicki | $343,620 | |
| Previous Owner | Elsner Vicki | $245,345 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2020 08/14/20 | Sold | $284,000 | -12.6% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2020 07/06/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/20/2020 02/20/20 | For Sale | $325,000 | +48.4% | $191 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2014 06/25/14 | Sold | $219,000 | 0.0% | $130 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2014 06/25/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/07/2014 01/07/14 | For Sale | $219,000 | -- | $130 / 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 | $5,260 | $192,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,029 | $152,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,922 | $157,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,783 | $129,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,906 | $138,600 | $18,400 | $120,200 |
| 2020 | $3,348 | $184,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,320 | $135,100 | $34,300 | $100,800 |
| 2018 | $3,310 | $135,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,343 | $139,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,261 | $139,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,280 | $109,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,237 | $106,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Traci Lauricella
Seller's Agent in 2020
Traci Lauricella
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 876-9163
98 Total Sales
-
Ryan Keller
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Ryan Keller
Compass Michigan LLC
(877) 377-9090
26 Total Sales
-
Kurt Hauseman
Seller's Agent in 2014
Kurt Hauseman
Lake Homes Realty
(269) 469-2090
77 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 20006293
APN: 11-62-8200-0266-05-4
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