4128 Ponchartrain Dr New Buffalo, MI 49117
Estimated payment $4,615/month
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Water Access
- Wooded Lot
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
Just 300 Steps to Lake Michigan!
Nestled in the heart of Michiana, this charming log cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic character and lakeside living. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, the home boasts vaulted ceilings, a striking fieldstone fireplace, and a spacious three-season porch—ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach.
Rare opportunity to own a sought-after original Michiana log cabin, now featuring a newly finished balcony perched in the treetops—perfect for morning coffee or evening stargazing.
Additional highlights include a full basement and a one-car garage, providing ample storage and convenience. Recent updates include a 3-year-old roof, newer hot water tank, and a remodeled main bath. Upstairs you'll find newer windows, fresh drywall, and generously sized closets. While the home could use a touch of TLC, it presents an incredible opportunity to craft your dream beach retreat. Enjoy one of the largest beaches at Stop 41 and become part of a vibrant resort community known for its million-dollar homes, new tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, and updated playground. Just 75 minutes from Downtown Chicago. This is a rare chance to own a piece of lakeside paradises and create lasting memories for generations to come.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,968
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 84 x 139
- Shrub
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
- Log Cabin
- Shingle Roof
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,589 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Treatments
- Bay Window
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
- Stubbed For A Bathroom
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Shed
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Window Unit Heating System
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Septic System
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,537 | $215,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,791 | $209,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,777 | $223,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,659 | $138,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,076 | $131,300 | $30,700 | $100,600 |
| 2020 | $3,031 | $115,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,006 | $165,600 | $68,000 | $97,600 |
| 2018 | $4,148 | $163,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,039 | $152,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,727 | $159,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,738 | $161,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,520 | $144,000 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Price Changed | $819,900 | -15.5% | $516 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | For Sale | $969,900 | -- | $610 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $100 | -- |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25039183
APN: 11-41-5050-0082-00-5
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