$950,000

48855 Howard Dr Lawrence, MI 49064

Estimated payment $5,659/month

Total Views 1,479
3 Beds
3 Baths
3,272 Sq Ft
$290 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 69 Feet of Waterfront
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

About This Home

Sitting amongst an area of fine homes on the North side of Christie Lake is this pristine year round quality built home. Boasting over 3000 sqft this home has been designed to ''have it all'' and ''last''. Starting with 69 feet of prime water frontage on beautiful Christie Lake. Includes a rare personal boat launch. Christie Lake is a private lake with no public access, so this is a HUGE feature. As you pull in the driveway- you will already be impressed with the brick home, plush lawn with irrigation, plenty of parking, coordinating 20 x20 workshop and abundance of concrete flatwork to keep maintenance minimal. The workshop is well insulated, ample electricity and heat! Inside the home- you will appreciate the high ceilings on both floors. Builder sculpted tray ceilings offer height and dimension. Wood floors throughout main level. Unique panoramic dining area. Walk out deck for great lake vibes! The Kitchen will delight any cook: double ovens, delux cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, pantry, and soft close features and appliances. Main floor laundry room and primary.Views of the beautiful lake twinkle in every window, Lower level also walks out to lake level. Large bedroom and bath w a jacuzzi tub completes this floor. Ample raw storage w shelving and well organized upgraded electric system and house mechanics. Complete house "on demand" generator system. Pride of ownership is evident in every inch of this home. Impeccable maintenance records are being passed on. All this AND Christie Lake- 200+ acres of the greatest pan fishing, migrating bird watching, boating, tubing, swimming lake around. 3 other lakes are just minutes away if you like variety. Great places to grab breakfast, coffee and supplies, are just 10 minutes away. There is even a marina and dock works business easily accessible. It IS one of the nicest quality homes you will visit. Make it your own! Immediate occupancy.

Listing Agent

Jill Ortlieb

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI License #6501321301 Listed on: 03/27/2026

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,458

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 18,731 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 89x240x69x237
  • 69 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,272 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Snack Bar or Counter

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • 1 Bedroom in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,458

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0.43 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2005
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 69.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Double Oven
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Garage Door Opener, LP Tank Rented, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Recreation Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 3272.0
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1636.0
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1230.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 950000.0
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Christie Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Sink, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Water Source: Well

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.43
  • Lot Size Area: 0.43
  • Lot Dimensions: 89x240x69x237
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 18731.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7458.0
  • Tax Year: 2026

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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 $7,458 $351,100 $0 $0
2024 $2,127 $317,700 $0 $0
2023 $2,025 $263,300 $0 $0
2022 $6,266 $205,000 $0 $0
2021 $5,972 $202,900 $85,300 $117,600
2020 $5,625 $202,900 $85,300 $117,600
2019 $5,523 $216,100 $216,100 $0
2018 $5,465 $210,700 $210,700 $0
2017 $5,362 $219,400 $0 $0
2016 $5,326 $227,000 $0 $0
2015 $4,786 $227,000 $0 $0
2014 $4,699 $211,800 $0 $0
2013 -- $209,100 $209,100 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/27/2026 03/27/26 For Sale $950,000 -- $290 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $90,000 --
Source: Public Records

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 26012212

MichRIC

APN: 80-13-150-004-00

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