NOT LISTED FOR SALE

217 W Merchant St New Buffalo, MI 49117

Estimated Value: $684,000 - $776,471

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,063 Sq Ft
$350/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 05, 2024

Last sale price $635,000 $308 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,141/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to New Buffalo Beach

About This Home

As of April 2024

Looking for a relaxing getaway close to Chicago (just an hour away) or a year-round retreat? Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath townhome just blocks from downtown New Buffalo, this end unit townhome is perfect for your year-round or summer plans. New Buffalo's vibrant marina, sandy beaches, specialty shopping & delicious dining are just a stone's throw from your front door. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining, while the fabulous deck provides a peaceful outdoor space. The first-floor bedroom with its own private bathroom is ideal for guests, offering a comfortable & private suite. The upper level primary en-suite & additional guest bedroom & bath are as stylish as they are comfortable. With only four townhomes on the property this is a rare and exclusive opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristen Sheldon

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501445434 Listed on: 02/29/2024

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Co-Listed By

Liz Roch

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6506045544

Last Buyer's Agent

Caleb Dryden

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501428938

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,170

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 132 x 132

HOA Fees

  • $208 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,063 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include snow removal, lawn/yard care
  • Merchant Street Townhomes Condos

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,170

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$208 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Townhouse
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2008
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 132 x 132
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2063.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 8170.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • General Property Info:Condo Proj Name: Merchant Street Townhomes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1656.0
  • Laundry Features In Hall: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Townhouse: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Island
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Slab
  • LivingArea: 2063.0
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 3.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • List Price: 650000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront Features: Lake, River
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:HardPlankCement Board: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Other
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee: 625.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Phone: D Johnson Pres.
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Quarterly

Association/Amenities

  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 625.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Quarterly
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Storage: Yes
  • Association Info:Association Phone: D Johnson Pres.

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Lawn/Yard Care

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Lot Size Area: 0.4
  • Lot Dimensions: 132 x 132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17424.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8170.0
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 29, 2024
Closed on
Apr 8, 2024
Sold by
Martin Robert G and Martin Julia A
Bought by
Jennifer Ellen Jones Revocable Trust and Jones
Seller's Agent
Kristen Sheldon
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Caleb Dryden
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$635,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.31%
Views
48
Current Estimated Value
$699,724

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,724
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.88%
Original Mortgage
$444,500
Outstanding Balance
$439,078
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$282,040

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2022
Closed on
Dec 30, 2022
Sold by
Wiginton James
Bought by
Martin Robert G and Martin Julia A
Seller's Agent
Erica Johnson
Keller Williams Realty SWM
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Sheldon
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$585,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-6.84%
Views
93

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.58%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2015
Closed on
Feb 23, 2016
Sold by
Mccormack Kelly
Bought by
Wiginton James and Wiginton Rita
Seller's Agent
Nancy Blanks
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Blanks
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.12%
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2015
Closed on
Feb 1, 2016
Sold by
Wiginton James and Wiginton Rita
Bought by
Wiginton James and Wiginton Rita
Seller's Agent
Nancy Blanks
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Blanks
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2012
Sold by
Westmerchant Llc
Bought by
Mccormack Kelly

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,500
Interest Rate
3.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2011
Sold by
Chemical Bank
Bought by
Westmerchant Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$374,500
Interest Rate
4.96%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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
Jennifer Ellen Jones Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Martin Robert G -- --
Wiginton James -- Attorney
Wiginton James -- Attorney
Mccormack Kelly $235,000 Multiple
Westmerchant Llc $535,000 Cr Title Services Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jennifer Ellen Jones Revocable Trust $444,500
Previous Owner Wiginton James $175,000
Previous Owner Wiginton James $175,000
Previous Owner Mccormack Kelly $211,500
Previous Owner Westmerchant Llc $374,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/05/2024 04/05/24 Sold $635,000 -2.3% $308 / Sq Ft
02/29/2024 02/29/24 For Sale $650,000 +19.3% $315 / Sq Ft
12/21/2022 12/21/22 Sold $545,000 -6.8% $270 / Sq Ft
12/01/2022 12/01/22 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2022 10/01/22 For Sale $585,000 +82.8% $289 / Sq Ft
02/26/2016 02/26/16 Sold $320,000 -2.7% $158 / Sq Ft
12/31/2015 12/31/15 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2015 08/28/15 For Sale $329,000 -- $163 / 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 $13,442 $295,000 $0 $0
2024 $8,869 $296,500 $0 $0
2023 $8,522 $279,300 $0 $0
2022 $5,400 $188,200 $0 $0
2021 $7,943 $179,400 $53,100 $126,300
2020 $7,845 $179,400 $0 $0
2019 $7,749 $171,100 $53,100 $118,000
2018 $4,720 $171,100 $0 $0
2017 $4,767 $158,600 $0 $0
2016 $3,479 $156,200 $0 $0
2015 $3,500 $139,600 $0 $0
2014 $2,644 $115,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 24009658

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-62-4980-0004-00-0