$235,000
SOLD DEC 3, 2025

3218 N 5th St Niles, MI 49120

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,280 Sq Ft
1.97 Acres

Recently Sold

$184 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 123 Feet of Waterfront
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1.97 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to your charming country retreat! Nestled on nearly 2 acres, this delightful home offers the perfect blend of convenience and peaceful country living—just over a mile from town. Relax and unwind while taking in breathtaking sunsets and sweeping scenic views from both the front and back yards. Perfect for homesteaders, the property features ample storage with a spacious basement and multiple large sheds. Adding to its appeal, enjoy 123 feet of serene Dowagiac River frontage—ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Yaddow

Century 21 Affiliated License #6501393276 Listed on: 11/18/2025

Century 21 Affiliated

Last Buyer's Agent

Haley Richter

Michigan Lakes Real Estate Team Inc. License #6501383089

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 1.97 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 784 x 123 x 807
  • 123 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front
  • Shrub
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,280 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Water Views
  • Laundry on main level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,622

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

1.97 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • OfficeContract Info:List PriceSqFt2: 183.59
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 100 x 784 x 123 x 807
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1280.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2622.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 123.0
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1280.0
  • Laundry Features In Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Linoleum: Yes
  • Remarks Misc: Public Remarks: Welcome to your charming country retreat! Nestled on nearly 2 acres, this delightful home offers the perfect blend of convenience and peaceful country living—just over a mile from town. Relax and unwind while taking in breathtaking sunsets and sweeping scenic views from both the front and back yards. Perfect for homesteaders, the property features ample storage with a spacious basement and multiple large sheds. Adding to its appeal, enjoy 123 feet of serene Dowagiac River frontage—ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1280.0
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1030.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 235000.0
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Dowagiac River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Attached
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Faces Front: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.97
  • Lot Size Area: 1.97
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 784 x 123 x 807
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 85779.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2622.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2025
Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Yoder Allie
Bought by
Vaughn Michael James and Vaughn Misty Marie
Seller's Agent
Amy Yaddow
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Haley Richter
Michigan Lakes Real Estate Team Inc.
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Views
166

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.24%
Original Mortgage
$240,052
Outstanding Balance
$239,590
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$6,209

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2023
Closed on
May 26, 2023
Sold by
Roush Gavin E
Bought by
Yoder Allie
Seller's Agent
Matt Miller
Keller Williams Realty Swm
Buyer's Agent
Amy Yaddow
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$206,900
Premium/Discount to List
$21,900
11.84%
Views
55

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.16%
Original Mortgage
$200,693
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2021
Closed on
Apr 5, 2021
Sold by
Honeycutt Jimmy and Honeycutt Mary
Bought by
Roush Gavin E
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Stoops
RE/MAX Modern Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Matt Miller
Keller Williams Realty Swm
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
15.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.22%
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2016
Closed on
Dec 13, 2016
Sold by
Degraff Susan L and Watson Warren Mark
Bought by
Honeycutt Jimmy and Honeycutt Mary
Seller's Agent
Paul Crouch
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tammy Anders
MI Realty, A Michigan RE Co.
List Price
$99,999
Sold Price
$80,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,999
-20%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.70%
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1993

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1976
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $235,000 Chicago Title Of Michigan
Warranty Deed $206,900 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $150,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $80,000 Cti
Deed $100 --
Deed $32,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $240,052 VA
Previous Owner $200,693 New Conventional
Previous Owner $142,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $80,000 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/03/2025 12/03/25 Sold $235,000 0.0% $184 / Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 For Sale $235,000 0.0% $184 / Sq Ft
11/16/2025 11/16/25 Off Market $235,000 -- --
10/11/2025 10/11/25 Price Changed $235,000 -6.0% $184 / Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 For Sale $249,999 +20.8% $195 / Sq Ft
05/26/2023 05/26/23 Sold $206,900 +11.8% $162 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/29/2023 04/29/23 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2023 04/28/23 For Sale $185,000 +23.3% $145 / Sq Ft
04/05/2021 04/05/21 Sold $150,000 +15.4% $117 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/18/2021 02/18/21 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2021 02/16/21 For Sale $130,000 +62.5% $102 / Sq Ft
12/13/2016 12/13/16 Sold $80,000 -20.0% $63 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/10/2016 11/10/16 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2016 08/05/16 For Sale $99,999 -- $78 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

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 $2,622 $91,800 $0 $0
2024 $976 $90,600 $0 $0
2023 $781 $76,000 $0 $0
2022 $744 $69,100 $0 $0
2021 $1,437 $55,400 $8,800 $46,600
2020 $1,418 $51,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,392 $49,000 $8,800 $40,200
2018 $1,326 $49,000 $0 $0
2017 $1,316 $47,800 $0 $0
2016 $1,156 $48,000 $0 $0
2015 $1,152 $45,200 $0 $0
2014 $451 $42,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 25049845

MichRIC

APN: 11-14-4830-0001-00-9

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