$255,000

4940 Pottawatamie Dr Watervliet, MI 49098

Estimated payment $1,809/month

Total Views 524
2 Beds
1 Bath
930 Sq Ft
$274 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • 500 Feet of Waterfront
  • Beach
  • Gazebo

About This Home

Paw Paw Lake Retreat presents an exceptional opportunity. This charming bungalow, situated within the Pokagon Heights Beach Association, provides waterfront access and a permanent boat slip. This year-round cottage is offered turnkey and move-in ready. The layout features a spacious living area, two bedrooms, one full bathroom, an updated kitchen, and several improvements throughout. The backyard extends outdoor living with a gazebo, firepit, patio, powered shed, and carport canopy. A permanent 30-foot boat slip with electric hookup enhances the convenience of lakeside living. Suitable for either a weekend escape or a full-time residence, this property combines value, character, and direct lake access. Short-term rentals are permitted. Do not miss this opportunity to enjoy affordable lake living. Paw Paw Lake is located 90 miles from the Loop in SW Michigan. Seller is a licensed Realtor

Listing Agent

Mark Wortman

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6506044879 Listed on: 08/21/2025

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,555

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x100x50x100
  • 500 Feet of Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $40 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 930 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Michigan Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Docks
  • Deeded Boat Dock
  • Shared Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Gazebo

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Window Unit Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Pokagon Heights Subdivision

Recreation

  • Beach

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,555

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$40 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 50x100x50x100
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 930.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 4555.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 500.0
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Location Property Info:Subdivision2: Pokagon Heights
  • Air Conditioning:Window Unit(s): Yes
  • Substructure:Michigan Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 930.0
  • Laundry Features In Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Flooring:Vinyl Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Bungalow: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Michigan Basement
  • LivingArea: 930.0
  • Window Features: Replacement, Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 850.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • List Price: 255000.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Paw Paw Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Gazebo: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Other16: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Beach Area
  • Association Fee: 475.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 475.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Annually
  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Shared Frontage: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Assoc Access: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Dock: Yes
  • Assoc Amenities:Beach Area: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Deeded Boat Lot: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x100x50x100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4555.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $4,493 $102,300 $0 $0
2024 $2,920 $94,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,781 $82,800 $0 $0
2022 $2,685 $72,900 $0 $0
2021 $2,178 $70,300 $0 $0
2020 $2,166 $49,300 $0 $0
2019 $2,145 $48,900 $0 $0
2018 $2,123 $54,900 $0 $0
2017 $2,104 $55,600 $0 $0
2016 $2,087 $28,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,913 $28,500 $0 $0
2014 $958 $27,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $255,000 +2.2% $274 / Sq Ft
01/11/2021 01/11/21 Sold $249,500 0.0% $266 / Sq Ft
09/13/2020 09/13/20 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2020 09/10/20 For Sale $249,500 -- $266 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $244,500 Accommodation
Warranty Deed $5,000 First American Title
Sheriffs Deed $58,773 None Available
Deed $100 --
Deed $43,000 --
Deed $30,000 --
Deed $30,000 --
Deed $22,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $220,050 Construction
Closed $220,050 Construction
Closed $220,050 New Conventional
Previous Owner $63,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $5,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $28,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $28,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $63,900 Unknown
Previous Owner $54,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25042664

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-21-6080-0097-00-2