501 N Whittaker St Unit 1 New Buffalo, MI 49117
Estimated Value: $797,000 - $1,079,233
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
$463/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- 30 Feet of Waterfront
- Docks
- Deck
- New Buffalo Elementary School Rated A
- In Ground Pool
- Contemporary Architecture
About This Home
As of August 2022Across the street from New Buffalo City Beach, only a block from downtown, and sitting right on the Galien River is your new home. This beautifully appointed 3br condo includes a 40' boat slip right across the lawn from your back porch overlooking the river and preserve. The gated community offers seclusion in the heart of everything. This quiet end unit features Wolf, Bosh and KitchenAid appliances, custom cabinets, granite counters in the kitchen, hardwood floors throughout, and a beautiful custom fireplace. Cool off in the association swimming pool when you're done boating, kayaking, or paddle boarding, or head across the street and watch the sunset over Lake Michigan.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Lake Homes Realty License #6506046890 Listed on: 06/16/2022
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,628
Year Built
- Built in 1992
Lot Details
- 30 Feet of Waterfront
- End Unit
- Shrub
HOA Fees
- $463 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,000 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Water Access
- No Wake Zone
- Docks
- Balcony
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include trash, snow removal, lawn/yard care, cable/satellite
- Harbor Pointe Condominiums
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Recreational Area
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 2023
Sold by
Spoolstra David J and Spoolstra Helga
Bought by
Spoolstra David J and Spoolstra David J
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 16, 2022
Closed on
Aug 5, 2022
Sold by
Spoolstra and Helga
Bought by
Dieffenbach Mark B and Dieffenbach Sara
Seller's Agent
Kurt Hauseman
Lake Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kurt Hauseman
Lake Homes Realty
List Price
$824,900
Sold Price
$875,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
6.07%
Views
5
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.43%
Original Mortgage
$688,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 13, 2014
Closed on
Sep 9, 2014
Sold by
Stevens Mark J and Stevens Brenda
Bought by
Stein Doug L and Sstein Marta P
Seller's Agent
Fred Fahrberger
Keller Williams Realty SWM
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Blanks
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$631,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,500
-2.85%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.24%
Original Mortgage
$505,200
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2012
Closed on
Apr 26, 2012
Sold by
Rafilson Frederick M and Rafilson Kimberly A
Bought by
Stevens Mark J and Stevens Brenda
Seller's Agent
Nora Duffy
Chris Crawford Ltd.
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Crawford
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$579,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.98%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2007
Sold by
Hickman Leslie and Hickman Marilyn
Bought by
Rafilson Frederick M and Rafilson Kimberly A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2003
Sold by
Kristo Martin L and Kristo Andrea J
Bought by
Hickman Leslie and Hickman Marilyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$291,200
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 1998
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 3, 1987
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spoolstra David J | -- | -- | |
| Dieffenbach Mark B | -- | Passaro Kahne Taylor Defrances | |
| Stein Doug L | -- | Multiple | |
| Stevens Mark J | -- | Multiple | |
| Rafilson Frederick M | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Hickman Leslie | -- | -- | |
| -- | $225,000 | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Dieffenbach Mark B | $688,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Spoolstra David | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Spoolstra David | $275,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stein Doug L | $505,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Rafilson Fred | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rafilson Kimberly A | $352,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rafilson Frederick M | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hickman Leslie R | $528,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hickman Leslie | $291,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2022 08/05/22 | Sold | $875,000 | +6.1% | $438 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | For Sale | $824,900 | +30.6% | $412 / Sq Ft |
| 09/26/2014 09/26/14 | Sold | $631,500 | -2.8% | $316 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2014 07/23/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2014 06/13/14 | For Sale | $650,000 | +13.0% | $325 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2012 05/04/12 | Sold | $575,000 | -0.7% | $288 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2012 05/04/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2012 03/26/12 | For Sale | $579,000 | -- | $290 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $11,667 | $447,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $8,924 | $423,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $8,607 | $401,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $5,542 | $287,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $7,059 | $273,900 | $78,700 | $195,200 |
| 2020 | $6,978 | $248,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $6,922 | $263,700 | $80,300 | $183,400 |
| 2018 | $12,543 | $263,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $12,781 | $266,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $12,543 | $262,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $12,775 | $267,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $8,176 | $255,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kurt Hauseman
Seller's Agent in 2022
Kurt Hauseman
Lake Homes Realty
(269) 469-2090
77 Total Sales
-
Fred Fahrberger
Seller's Agent in 2014
Fred Fahrberger
Keller Williams Realty SWM
(219) 369-3097
21 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Nancy Blanks
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2012
Nora Duffy
Chris Crawford Ltd.
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Christopher Crawford
@ Properties
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 22024293
APN: 11-62-2200-0001-00-7
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