Great opportunity in sought after Union Pier! Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street, this 1.8-acre property offers a blend of privacy, serenity, and convenience. Enjoy being just moments from Lake Michigan, Black Currant Bakery, Milda's, Union Pier Social & all Harbor Country attractions. Surrounded by mature trees. Relax & watch deer peacefully meander through the property, creating a true retreat-like setting. The solid home offers generous living space and good bones, providing the perfect canvas for a buyer with vision to customize & elevate the property to its full potential. A pool is also on site and may offer exciting possibilities for restoration and outdoor entertaining. Priced to reflect needed updates, end product and area will support well over a million. Whether you're seeking a full time residence, city escape, or investment opportunity, don't miss this exceptional setting & prime location. Come see! Check it out & discover amazing possibilities!
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Price cut: $26K (6/17)
$699,000
16253 1st Ln, Union Pier, MI 49129
4beds
3,348sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
1.81 Acres Lot
$668,400 Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Surrounded by mature treesQuiet dead-end street
- 48 days |
- 1,436 |
- 74 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cathy Smith 269-861-2292,
Cathy Smith Real Estate 269-861-2292
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26026315
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 13.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 8.00
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 91
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 7.00
Bathroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 13.00
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 16.00
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 13.00
Game room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 574
- Dimensions: 41.00 x 14.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 16.00
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Recreation
- Level: Lower
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 24.00 x 14.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Recreation Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,128
- Total interior livable area: 3,348 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Waterfront features: Lake
Lot
- Size: 1.81 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 111303360020144
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Details
- Builder name: Owner
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Extra Well
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Union Pier
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $409,100
- Annual tax amount: $8,281
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$668,400
$635,000 - $702,000
$5,174/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Contingent | $699,000$209/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $699,000-3.6%$209/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000-19.4%$217/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26026315 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $900,000$269/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033624 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $900,000-5.3%$269/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033624 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2025 | Price change | $950,000-5%$284/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$299/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,257 +544% | $409,100 -3.3% |
| 2024 | $2,525 | $423,100 +71.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $246,300 -5.6% |
| 2022 | $2,317 | $261,000 +19.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $218,300 -2.9% |
| 2020 | $2,375 +1.3% | $224,800 -2.2% |
| 2019 | $2,345 -5% | $229,900 +13.9% |
| 2018 | $2,469 +9.7% | $201,900 -0.7% |
| 2017 | $2,251 -0.7% | $203,300 -0.5% |
| 2016 | $2,268 +36.7% | $204,300 +4% |
| 2015 | $1,658 | $196,500 +2.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $191,300 -0.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $191,700 -18.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $236,300 -8.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $257,100 +7.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $239,200 -15.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $282,100 -6% |
| 2008 | -- | $300,100 +7.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $278,600 +13.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $246,400 +15.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $212,800 +13.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $187,000 +10.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $168,900 +21.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $139,400 +70.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $81,900 |
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Neighborhood: 49129
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10New Buffalo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.5 mi
- 9/10New Buffalo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10New Buffalo Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: New Buffalo Elementary School
- Middle: New Buffalo Middle School
- High: New Buffalo Senior High School
Source: MichRIC. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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