PRICE DECREASED and Seller is Motivated! Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true piece of Great Lakes history, originally established in 1876 as "Coast Guard St. Joseph & Life-Saving Station", one of only nine stations serving the Great Lakes. This iconic property has been masterfully reimagined into a stunning 2,533 SqFt luxury residence where historic significance meets modern sophistication. Featuring up to 6 bdrms & 4 full baths, including two main-floor en-suite primary retreats, this home offers exceptional flexibility for guests & multi-generational living. The gourmet kitchen showcases high-end finishes and thoughtful design, perfect for entertaining or quiet waterfront mornings or evenings. Enjoy captivating water views of the channel connecting the St. Joseph River to Lake Michigan, where boats pass by and sunsets steal the show. A spacious basement provides excellent storage, while every inch of the home reflects top-to-bottom luxury renovations. (More) Ideally located just moments from Silver Beach, Tiscornia Beach, the iconic St. Joseph Lighthouse and Pier, St. Joseph River Yacht Club, as well as, the vibrant downtown of St. Joseph--you'll experience the very best of Southwest Michigan coastal living. This beautiful home and amazing area is all within two hours of Chicago and three hours from Detroit. Come visit it yourself and make it your next home or second home.
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Price cut: $196K (6/18)
$2,199,000
103 N Pier St, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
6beds
2,533sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1876
0.34 Acres Lot
$2,039,300 Zestimate®
$868/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Top-to-bottom luxury renovations
- 127 days
- 1,297
- 39
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin Putnam 586-524-3462,
Five Star Real Estate-Douglas 586-524-3462
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26017857
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: En Suite with Walk in closet and views of the River
- Level: Main
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 15.00
Bedroom 2
- Description: En suite with walk in closet and views of the river
- Level: Main
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 15.00
Bedroom 3
- Description: Skylight in room to let natural light in with a walk in closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 15.00
Bedroom 4
- Description: Setup as an office currently, but has a walk in closet and skylight for natural daylight
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 15.00
Bedroom 5
- Description: Views of the river could be used as a flex room, playroom, gym, another office..
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 11.00
Primary bathroom
- Description: Tiled shower and signature hardware
- Level: Main
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 7.00
Bathroom 2
- Description: Tile Shower with Signature Hardware
- Level: Main
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 7.00
Bathroom 3
- Description: Expansive double vanity with large glass tiled shower and signature hardware
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Bathroom 4
- Description: Expansive double vanity with large tiled shower and signature hardware
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Dining area
- Description: Currently has a large table but you could create a nice banquet in this space as well
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00
Kitchen
- Description: Custom Cabinetry, carefully curated Hood Range Cover made by hand, High end appliances and Blue Cloud LeatherQuartz counterops
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Living room
- Description: Large windows with views of the river
- Level: Main
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 23.00
Other
- Description: Mudroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 7.00
Other
- Description: Walk in closet in Primary
- Level: Main
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 7.00
Other
- Description: Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 5.00
Other
- Description: Could be used as a 6th bedroom and/or flex room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 11.00
Other
- Description: Basement with mechanicals and washer/dryer
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1197
- Dimensions: 21.00 x 57.00
Other
- Description: Outside Storage Shed with presidential shingles and a lock
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 12.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Screens, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,533
- Total interior livable area: 2,533 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Permit Required
Features
- Stories: 2
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Channel, Lake, River
- Body of water: Saint Joseph River
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 99' x 147'
- Features: Level, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 117600230021005
- Zoning description: 401
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Shingle Siding, Other
- Roof: Other,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1876
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Saint Joseph
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $868/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $327,384
- Annual tax amount: $17,033
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,039,300
$1.94M - $2.14M
$3,767/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $2,199,000-8.2%$868/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,395,000-2.2%$946/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listing removed | $2,450,000$967/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $2,450,000-7.5%$967/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Price change | $2,650,000-1.8%$1,046/sqft |
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| 5/28/2025 | Price change | $2,699,000-1.9%$1,066/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000$1,086/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,051 +4981% | $511,500 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $336 | $465,600 +61% |
| 2023 | -- | $289,200 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $15,329 | $264,000 +1.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $260,800 |
| 2020 | -- | -- |
| 2019 | -- | -- |
| 2018 | -- | -- |
| 2017 | -- | -- |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
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