$725,000
SOLD MAR 31, 2025

222 S Whittaker St Unit B New Buffalo, MI 49117

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,600 Sq Ft
$442/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$279 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • In Ground Pool
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Pond

About This Home

As of March 2025

Presenting ''The Teachers Lounge'' located in the former New Buffalo High School! Originally built in the 1930's and completely repurposed in 2003, it now houses 7 units, each with its own flair. This contemporary condo features 3 bedrooms & 3 baths, hardwood flooring, granite counters, stainless appliances, open concept main living area, 11' ceilings, wood-burning fireplace, oversized skylight, floor to ceiling windows, outdoor living space, ample storage, view of the pond, Association Pool, pickleball court, outdoor play gym, 2 parking spaces and an opportunity for additional storage in the building basement. All of this is just a short distance to downtown New Buffalo restaurants and shoppes, Lake Michigan Public Beach, Amtrak, supermarket and all the things Harbor Country offers!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Traci Lauricella

RE/MAX Harbor Country @ New Buffalo License #6506046835 Listed on: 01/08/2025

RE/MAX Harbor Country @ New Buffalo

Last Buyer's Agent

Maureen Culp

RE/MAX Harbor Country License #6506039437

RE/MAX Harbor Country

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,243

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

HOA Fees

  • $442 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry on upper level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Water Access
  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Water Fountains

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Association Phone (269) 469-8100
  • School House Lofts Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,243

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$442 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2003
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style:Contemporary: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Other
  • LivingArea: 2600.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 749000.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Pool:In Ground: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Upper Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Playground, Pool, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 1327.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Phone: 269-469-8100
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Quarterly

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 1327.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Quarterly
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Playground: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Pool: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Storage: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Tennis Court(s)2: Yes
  • Association Info:Association Phone: 269.469.8100

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 8.87
  • Lot Size Area: 8.87
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 386505.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4243.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2025
Closed on
Mar 31, 2025
Sold by
Paula Bartholome Revocable Trust and Bartholome Paula
Bought by
Laverne Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Traci Lauricella
RE/MAX Harbor Country @ New Buffalo
Buyer's Agent
Maureen Culp
RE/MAX Harbor Country
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-3.2%
Total Days on Market
0
Views
6

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2005
Sold by
Bartholome Paula
Bought by
Bartholome Paula and Paula Bartholome Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2003
Sold by
Bella Vita Llc
Bought by
Bartholome Paula

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $106,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $125,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $304,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Sold $725,000 -3.2% $279 / Sq Ft
01/08/2025 01/08/25 Pending -- -- --
01/08/2025 01/08/25 For Sale $749,000 -- $288 / 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 $5,546 $279,000 $0 $0
2024 $4,243 $280,800 $0 $0
2023 $4,092 $262,900 $0 $0
2022 $3,897 $199,300 $0 $0
2021 $4,963 $188,200 $27,400 $160,800
2020 $4,907 $190,900 $0 $0
2019 $4,867 $185,700 $27,400 $158,300
2018 $4,852 $185,700 $0 $0
2017 $4,900 $189,700 $0 $0
2016 $4,780 $186,400 $0 $0
2015 $4,808 $167,600 $0 $0
2014 $3,632 $162,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25000842

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-62-7185-0028-00-2