Perfect combination: building that lake home you have always wanted in a gated lakefront community! This premium wooded parcel is located in Forest Beach. The lot is .22 acres so you'll have room to build everything you can dream of in your custom home. Just a short golf cart ride to all the amenities of Forest Beach. Forest Beach offers private Lake Michigan access with sunset deck, raised beach area, clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis/pickleball, hiking and gated entry. Adjacent home is also available if you want to shortcut the time to build - see listing for 18636 Forest Beach. Enjoy privacy and recreation in the heart of Harbor Country, with New Buffalo harbor, shops and restaurants just down the road via the new bike/walk pathway to be completed in 2024. Current use is Residential.
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Office Phone: (269) 469-8300
Listing Agent: Rob Gow
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Waterfront: Lake
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Wooded
Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: US 12 west to Forest Beach entrance cottage side. Forest Beach Drive near the end of Forest Beach Drive on right.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $149,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $3,236
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $493.8K less than the Median Sold Price in New Buffalo, MI.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: #69024044163
Listing Office:
Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Office Phone: (269) 469-8300
Listing Agent: Rob Gow
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New Buffalo Elementary School
12291 Lubke Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
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Springfield Elementary School
3054 W 800 N
Distance between this listing and this school4.27 miles
Public District Grades PK-6
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Lake Hills Elementary School
201 Ferguson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.94 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-6
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New Buffalo Middle School
1112 E Clay St
Distance between this listing and this school2.46 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Krueger Middle School
2001 Springland Ave
Distance between this listing and this school6.16 miles
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Renaissance Academy Charter School
4093 W US Highway 20
Distance between this listing and this school6.39 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
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New Buffalo Senior High School
1112 E Clay St
Distance between this listing and this school2.42 miles
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Michigan City High School
8466 W Pahs Rd
Distance between this listing and this school8.59 miles
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River Valley Middlehigh School
15480 Three Oaks Rd
Distance between this listing and this school9.20 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $73,234. Residents of New Buffalo, MI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 18642 Forest Beach Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 18642 Forest Beach Dr property is $149,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 18642 Forest Beach Dr is land located in New Buffalo, Michigan, 49117.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 18642 Forest Beach Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,236 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How much acreage is this property?
The property 18642 Forest Beach Dr is 0.22 acres.
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This home is located at 18642 Forest Beach Dr in New Buffalo, MI and zip code 49117. This home sits on a 0.22 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $149,000.
New Buffalo, MI housing market in October 2024 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 11 sold below. The number of listings in New Buffalo, MI increased by 6.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 100 days, the median list price was $642,827.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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