$998,000
$228K PRICE DROP

312 S Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117

Estimated payment $5,524/month

Total Views 36,388
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,084 Sq Ft
$324 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Loft
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

Whether you're looking for your forever dream home, a weekend getaway, or an investment opportunity, this property is located in the General Commercial District and offers it all! This home has been beautifully transformed into a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering a perfect blend of modern design and functional living. The open-concept and large windows bring in natural light. Highlights on the main floor include the exquisite details throughout featuring a striking coffered ceiling in the dining room, tray ceiling in the living room and beautiful quartz countertops. The custom stairway offers a sleek steel wire railing system to add a contemporary touch. The finished lower level is an entertainer's delight complete with a spacious rec room and an area for a game room. Add a fire pit to the backyard and cozy up for relaxing and hosting guests. Located 1 block from the heart of downtown New Buffalo. Enjoy the charming shopping district, restaurants, and easy access to Lake Michigan and Lake Michigan's beach and marina.

Listing Agent

Betty Biernacki

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #6506044291 Listed on: 03/28/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,225

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 8,316 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63 x 132
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned GCD, GCD

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Game Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Property is near a lake
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,225

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Craftsman
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • OfficeContract Info:List PriceSqFt2: 402.1
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 63 x 132
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 3084.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 3225.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: GCD
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2482.0
  • Laundry Features Upper Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Flooring:Carpet Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Craftsman: Yes
  • Flooring Engineered Hardwood: Yes
  • Remarks Misc: Public Remarks: Whether you're looking for your forever dream home, a weekend getaway, or an investment opportunity, this property is located in the General Commercial District and offers it all! This home has been beautifully transformed into a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering a perfect blend of modern design and functional living. The open-concept and large windows bring in natural light. Highlights on the main floor include the exquisite details throughout featuring a striking coffered ceiling in the dining room, tray ceiling in the living room and beautiful quartz countertops. The custom stairway offers a sleek steel wire railing system to add a contemporary touch. The finished lower level is an entertainer's delight complete with a spacious rec room and an area for a game room. Add a fire pit to the backyard and cozy up for relaxing and hosting guests. Located 1 block from the heart of downtown New Buffalo. Enjoy the charming shopping district, restaurants, and easy access to Lake Michigan and
  • Remarks Misc: Agent Only Remarks: Buyers and Buyers Agents, refer to City of New Buffalo's GBD for rental policy. Main floor will have wood floors and upstairs will be carpeted.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 3084.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 602.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1296.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 602.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, HardiPlank Type
  • List Price: 998000.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Lake Michigan
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Exterior Material:HardPlankCement Board: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Size Area: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 63 x 132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8316.0
  • Zoning Description: GCD

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3225.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,933 $147,300 $0 $0
2024 $1,479 $149,200 $0 $0
2023 $1,426 $108,000 $0 $0
2022 $1,358 $100,200 $0 $0
2021 $1,730 $101,500 $23,700 $77,800
2020 $1,710 $85,900 $0 $0
2019 $1,697 $71,400 $22,800 $48,600
2018 $1,691 $71,400 $0 $0
2017 $1,708 $73,500 $0 $0
2016 $1,666 $72,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,676 $59,800 $0 $0
2014 $1,266 $60,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/04/2025 11/04/25 Price Changed $998,000 -5.0% $324 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Price Changed $1,050,000 -4.5% $340 / Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Price Changed $1,100,000 -8.3% $357 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Price Changed $1,199,000 -2.2% $389 / Sq Ft
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $1,226,000 +140.4% $398 / Sq Ft
08/07/2024 08/07/24 Sold $510,000 -5.4% $336 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/09/2024 05/09/24 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2024 03/20/24 Price Changed $539,000 -5.3% $355 / Sq Ft
02/07/2024 02/07/24 For Sale $569,000 -- $375 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

Purchase History

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

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $520,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 25012321

MichRIC

APN: 11-62-8200-0053-01-8