NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4455 E River Rd Buchanan, MI 49107

Estimated Value: $328,000 - $442,354

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,520 Sq Ft
$262/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 09, 2022

Last sale price $375,000 $247 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,649/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • 1.68 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of June 2022

Laze away the summer days watching the river flow by or get out on the river & boat, fish, kayak or canoe! Wineries, bike trails, farms etc are all close by.
This fantastic log home, is situated on a 1.68 acre lot with 280 feet of river frontage located between the water regulating dams.
Main floor bedroom & full bath plus loft second bedroom with en suite bath and balcony.
Many updates include, newer well, HVAC (heat pump) breakers, gutters & gutter guards, roof AND a wrought iron gas stove with enough BTU''S to keep the whole house cozy. 2 car attached garage. Public river access is close by and you could build your own stairs & dock!
Home is offered furnished. Shown by appointment only.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathy Smith

Cathy Smith Real Estate License #6506043515 Listed on: 05/12/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Margo Green

Berrien Property License #6502357167

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,899

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 1.68 Acre Lot
  • Private Waterfront
  • 282 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
  • Log Cabin
  • Composition Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,520 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,899

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Log Home
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1988
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: irreg - see 2021 survey
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1520.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2899.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Source:Propane: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 282.0
  • Windows:Insulated Windows: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:High-Speed Internet: Yes
  • Additional Items:GasWood Stove: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric3: Yes
  • Heat Type:Heat Pump: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1520.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Log Home: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Gas/Wood Stove, Kitchen Island
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1520.0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1040.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Log
  • List Price: 330000.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: St Joseph River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Log: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: High-Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes
  • Heat Source:Electric2: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.68
  • Lot Size Area: 1.68
  • Lot Dimensions: irreg - see 2021 survey
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 73181.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2899.0
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2008
Sold by
Guerriero Janice M
Bought by
Guerriero Janice M and Janice M Guerriero Trust #1
Current Estimated Value
$398,339

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,000
Outstanding Balance
$142,416
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$255,923

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2008
Sold by
Guerriero Janice M
Bought by
Guerriero Janice M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,000
Outstanding Balance
$142,416
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$255,923

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2005
Sold by
Guerriero Janice M
Bought by
Guerriero Janice M and Janice M Guerriero Trust #1

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2002

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1986

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 1985

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 1979

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 1979
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Guerriero Janice M -- None Available
Guerriero Janice M -- Meridian Title Corp
Guerriero Janice M -- None Available
-- $209,000 --
-- $18,000 --
-- -- --
-- $10,000 --
-- $10,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Guerriero Janice M $217,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/09/2022 06/09/22 Sold $375,000 +13.6% $247 / Sq Ft
05/16/2022 05/16/22 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2022 05/12/22 For Sale $330,000 -- $217 / 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 $6,527 $185,400 $0 $0
2024 $5,784 $180,900 $0 $0
2023 $5,555 $150,300 $0 $0
2022 $2,383 $119,800 $0 $0
2021 $2,899 $125,700 $54,300 $71,400
2020 $2,862 $123,800 $0 $0
2019 $2,811 $113,700 $54,300 $59,400
2018 $2,792 $113,700 $0 $0
2017 $2,748 $111,900 $0 $0
2016 $2,784 $120,300 $0 $0
2015 $2,784 $119,400 $0 $0
2014 $2,233 $113,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Cathy Smith

    Cathy Smith Real Estate

    (269) 861-2292

    3 in this area

    55 Total Sales

    Cathy Smith
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  • Margo Green

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Margo Green

    Berrien Property

    (269) 362-9595

    43 in this area

    136 Total Sales

    Margo Green
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22017441

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-06-4890-0001-00-8

Michigan Berrien County Buchanan 49107

4455 E River Rd, Buchanan, MI

This home is located at 4455 E River Rd, Buchanan, MI 49107 since 12 May 2022 and is currently estimated at $398,339, approximately $262 per square foot. This property was built in 1988. 4455 E River Rd is a home located in Berrien County with nearby schools including Ottawa Elementary School, Moccasin Elementary School, and Buchanan Middle School.

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