NOT LISTED FOR SALE

317 E Mechanic St Unit 16 New Buffalo, MI 49117

Estimated Value: $532,000 - $910,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,609 Sq Ft
$282/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 21, 2020

Last sale price $417,500 $160 Per Sq Ft

Est. 76% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,165/month

513 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Under Construction
  • Wooded Lot
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2020

The LAST LOT in Merchant Street Cottages is Under Construction!! The home is being framed for a Late Spring, 2019 Completion date. The Elderberry model has 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths on all levels. Just under 2,600 square ft on 3 levels with a finished basement. Incredible finishes make this the perfect Summer home or Investment property. Association pool is a Bonus! The best feature is you're able to walk to the New Buffalo public beach, eateries and shopping. New Buffalo is only 75 miles from Chicago! Come and Enjoy Merchant Street Cottages before it's too late! Your new Getaway or Investment will be ready for the Spring of 2020!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bert Solski

Coldwell Banker Realty License #6501373203 Listed on: 05/10/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Bert Solski

Coldwell Banker Realty License #6501373203 Listed on: 05/10/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,690

Year Built

  • Built in 2018 | Under Construction

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Shrub
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $140 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • 1 Bedroom in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,690

Year Built

Built in 2018 | Under Construction

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$140 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2018
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cabin: Yes
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Humidifier, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Daylight, Full
  • LivingArea: 2609.0
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows, Skylight(s), Screens
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Full Baths: 1
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 867.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 951.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Breakfast Nook: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 867.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Other
  • List Price: 475000.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk, Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Lake Michigan
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Pool, Other
  • Association Fee: 140.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 140.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Monthly
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Pool: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3485.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 22.0
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2018
Closed on
Jan 17, 2020
Sold by
Merchant Street Land Llc
Bought by
Barhorst Aaron Gregg and Barhorst Rachel Leigh
Seller's Agent
Bert Solski
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Bert Solski
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$429,500
Sold Price
$417,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-2.79%
Total Days on Market
513
Current Estimated Value
$736,451

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$318,951
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2018
Sold by
Nartley Llc
Bought by
Merchant Street Land Llc
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Barhorst Aaron Gregg -- Accommodation
Merchant Street Land Llc -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bartley Llc $172,152
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/21/2020 01/21/20 Sold $417,500 -2.8% $160 / Sq Ft
10/05/2019 10/05/19 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2018 05/10/18 For Sale $429,500 -- $165 / 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 $10,690 $370,600 $0 $0
2024 $7,054 $242,200 $0 $0
2023 $6,778 $228,900 $0 $0
2022 $6,455 $215,200 $0 $0
2021 $9,495 $204,800 $54,600 $150,200
2020 $8,914 $192,200 $0 $0
2019 $4,388 $53,600 $53,600 $0
2018 $21 $53,600 $0 $0
2017 $21 $53,600 $0 $0
2016 $21 $34,900 $0 $0
2015 $21 $34,900 $0 $0
2014 $14 $34,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 18020071

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-62-4960-0016-00-3