48168 70th Ave Decatur, MI 49045
Lawrence AreaEstimated payment $2,551/month
Highlights
- 36 Feet of Waterfront
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Deck
- Bonus Room
- Living Room
About This Home
Welcome to Christie Lake -- a clear, spring-fed, all-sports lake known for its quiet shoreline, low turnover, and timeless Michigan charm. This 3 bedroom cottage sits just steps from the water with 36 feet of private frontage, offering an affordable and highly sought-after entry point into one of Van Buren County's most desirable lake communities. The home is comfortable as-is, with the flexibility for future updates or expansion. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, a family lake house, or a renovation-ready property with strong long-term value, this location delivers. Opportunities at this price point on Christie Lake are exceptionally rare -- and when they come to market, they don't last.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,325
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 11,975 Sq Ft Lot
- 36 Feet of Waterfront
- Lake Front
- Property fronts a private road
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,062 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room
- Linoleum Flooring
- Water Views
- Walk-Out Basement
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include snow removal
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $874 | $113,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $849 | $97,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $808 | $89,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,828 | $77,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,668 | $73,200 | $31,800 | $41,400 |
| 2020 | $3,669 | $73,200 | $31,800 | $41,400 |
| 2019 | $3,936 | $78,500 | $78,500 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,974 | $78,600 | $78,600 | $0 |
| 2017 | $4,277 | $83,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $4,245 | $88,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,656 | $88,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $775 | $84,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $49,500 | $49,500 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2026 06/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2026 05/20/26 | Price Changed | $398,900 | -5.0% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2026 05/03/26 | For Sale | $419,900 | 0.0% | $395 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2026 04/22/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/16/2026 04/16/26 | For Sale | $419,900 | -- | $395 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $103,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $10,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $107,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 26015741
APN: 80-13-186-019-00
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