28 S Smith St New Buffalo, MI 49117
2
Beds
1
Bath
990
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Beach
- Water Access
- Mud Room
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 2-minute walk to New Buffalo Beach
About This Home
As of August 2022Charming cottage in the heart of New Buffalo. Completely updated, this home has 9 ft. ceilings, 200 amp electrical service, ''on demand'' gas hot water heater. The kitchen was completely redone in 2018 with all new cabinets, new stainless appliances, convention oven, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, Pergo Outlast floor that is waterproof and scratch and stain resistant. The new bath has quartz countertop with vessel sink set in custom refinished antique vanity, walk-in shower, full accent wall with Spanish tiles. 450 sq. ft. of deck on two levels overlook lovely gardens for outdoor entertaining. 20 x 24 garage built in 2007 has 220 V electric service. All within walking distance of New Buffalo's restaurants, shops, beaches and summer events.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6506046606 Listed on: 07/25/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $924
Year Built
- Built in 1921
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 132x66
- Shrub
- Level Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 990 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Insulated Windows
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Mineral Rights Excluded
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Beach
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 14, 2022
Closed on
Aug 29, 2022
Sold by
Patrick Smith Shane
Bought by
Miller Tracy R and Miller Stephen H
Seller's Agent
Chad Gradowski
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tamara Walsh
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$409,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-8.91%
Views
4
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
$47,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.18%
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Outstanding Balance
$245,150
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$216,976
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 25, 2019
Closed on
Sep 23, 2019
Sold by
Kampenga Marvin R and Kampenga Chylene L
Bought by
Smith Shane Patrick and Hedglen-Smith Jenna
Seller's Agent
Pat Tym
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Chad Gradowski
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$323,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-0.62%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.42%
Original Mortgage
$290,700
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 25, 2019
Closed on
Sep 18, 2019
Sold by
Kampenga Marvin R and Kampenga Chylene L
Bought by
Smith Shane Patrick and Hedglen Smith Jenna
Seller's Agent
Pat Tym
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Chad Gradowski
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$323,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-0.62%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,700
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1993
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 1985
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 6, 1979
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $30,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $29,500 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $255,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $292,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $290,700 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $290,700 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2022 08/18/22 | Sold | $409,000 | -2.4% | $413 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2022 07/01/22 | Price Changed | $419,000 | -6.7% | $423 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2022 06/14/22 | For Sale | $449,000 | +39.0% | $454 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2019 09/18/19 | Sold | $323,000 | -0.6% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2019 07/30/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/25/2019 07/25/19 | For Sale | $325,000 | -- | $328 / 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 | $3,420 | $160,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,616 | $162,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,523 | $117,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,183 | $78,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,211 | $79,200 | $24,800 | $54,400 |
| 2020 | $3,171 | $68,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,209 | $55,100 | $23,900 | $31,200 |
| 2018 | $1,205 | $55,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,217 | $56,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,187 | $55,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,194 | $45,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $902 | $46,000 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2022
Chad Gradowski
Coldwell Banker Realty
(219) 241-9083
350 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Tamara Walsh
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 220-9062
42 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Mara Walsh
Peoples Property LLC
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Pat Tym
@ Properties
(219) 210-0324
30 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 19035118
APN: 11-62-0340-0293-00-2
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