$505,000
SOLD JUN 12, 2024

34 S Barker St New Buffalo, MI 49117

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,192 Sq Ft
0.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$230 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2-minute walk to New Buffalo Parks Department

About This Home

As of June 2024

Charming Craftsman-style home in the heart of New Buffalo, ideally situated on a corner lot and a few blocks to Lake Michigan. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence boasts timeless original woodwork, adding character and warmth throughout. Enjoy the luxury of a heated 4-season room, providing a tranquil space to unwind. With its tasteful design and convenient location, this property offers a perfect blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. 2 car detached garage and a decorative fenced front yard. There is laundry hook up on the upper level as well in the basement. Don't miss the 32'x 48' pole building which has 2 oversized bay doors. This barn also has a full bath, an office, radiant floor heat and a/c and ample parking space. Behind the barn is a yard to enjoy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Capron

The Collective Home Group License #6502412001 Listed on: 03/06/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Renny Mills

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501374915

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,108

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 132x132
  • Corner Lot: Yes

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,192 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Pole Barn

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,108

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1926
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style Craftsman: Yes
  • Other Structures:Pole Barn: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Partial, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 2192.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1200.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 525000.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
  • Other Structures: Pole Barn
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Upper Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • 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: 0.4
  • Lot Size Area: 0.4
  • Lot Dimensions: 132x132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17424.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2108.0
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2022
Sold by
Hatfield Bobbi L
Bought by
Hatfield Donald L
Total Days on Market
58
Current Estimated Value
$501,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,000
Outstanding Balance
$252,994
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2008
Sold by
Oselka James C and Oselka Karen C
Bought by
Hatfield Donald L and Hatfield Bobbi L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 1992

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 1984
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Mbt Title
Deed $100 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $264,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $256,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $10,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $96,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $95,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $161,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/12/2024 06/12/24 Sold $505,000 -3.8% $230 / Sq Ft
03/06/2024 03/06/24 For Sale $525,000 -- $240 / 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
2023 $2,108 $149,300 $0 $0
2022 $2,557 $136,400 $0 $0
2021 $2,557 $137,800 $49,600 $88,200
2020 $2,528 $121,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,508 $101,700 $47,900 $53,800
2018 $2,500 $101,700 $0 $0
2017 $2,525 $104,000 $0 $0
2016 $2,463 $102,900 $0 $0
2015 $2,477 $83,000 $0 $0
2014 $1,929 $84,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 24010869

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-62-0340-0305-00-1