A private retreat awaits beyond the beautiful winding driveway, where comfort meets the tranquility of a resort-inspired setting. Whether envisioned as an elegant weekend escape or a full-time residence, this property offers an abundance of space, privacy, and outdoor living. Thoughtfully expanded to incorporate the original home to create a warm and inviting place, this home features a stunning 4 season room overlooking the manicured grounds and picturesque pond. Step outside to an expansive deck for effortless entertaining. Another feature includes an outdoor bar area, a firepit, and inviting spaces to gather with guests. At the water's edge, a charming pergola provides a peaceful place to relax and take in the soothing views and sounds of the pond and its fountains.This home offers a spacious kitchen with dining area and an inviting living room with a gas-log fireplace. Four bedrooms provide generous accommodations, while two in the north wing are currently used as a private office and fitness room—offering flexibility for today's lifestyle and the opportunity to create spaces tailored to your needs.The maintained grounds are a true highlight with a serene water view and multiple destinations throughout the property for relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors. Additional garages provide exceptional storage for boats, vehicles, recreational equipment, and all of your weekend toys, while a separate garage would make for a great workshop offering space for projects and hobbies. Perfectly positioned just minutes from downtown New Buffalo, enjoy easy access to boutique shops, great restaurants, the marina, and the shores of Lake Michigan. Head east and you'll quickly reach the historic charm of downtown Three Oaks, home to a theater, distinctive shops, restaurants and a local distillery. An extraordinary opportunity to embrace a private, resort-like lifestyle while remaining close to the very best of Southwest Michigan.
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$799,000
16456 Basswood Rd, Three Oaks, MI 49128
4beds
2,147sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
17.02 Acres Lot
$791,500 Zestimate®
$372/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outdoor livingOutdoor bar areaPrivate retreatBeautiful winding driveway
- 10 days
- 479
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Betty M Biernacki 269-470-7832,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago 269-469-8300
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26049919
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 169.56
- Dimensions: 15.70 x 10.80
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 119.78
- Dimensions: 11.30 x 10.60
Bedroom 3
- Description: Bonus Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 149.64
- Dimensions: 12.90 x 11.60
Bedroom 4
- Description: Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 118.32
- Dimensions: 10.20 x 11.60
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 78.84
- Dimensions: 10.80 x 7.30
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 33.37
- Dimensions: 7.10 x 4.70
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 528.64
- Dimensions: 23.60 x 22.40
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 41.89
- Dimensions: 5.90 x 7.10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 254.38
- Dimensions: 16.10 x 15.80
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 135.7
- Dimensions: 11.80 x 11.50
Other
- Description: Sun Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 363.6
- Dimensions: 30.30 x 12.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), LP Tank Rented, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,147
- Total interior livable area: 2,147 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Attached
- Garage spaces: 5
Features
- Stories: 1
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Body of water: Pond
Lot
- Size: 17.02 Acres
- Dimensions: 971 x 726 x 910 x 651
- Features: Level, Wooded, Ravine, Ground Cover
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Shed(s), Pole Barn
- Parcel number: 112001320001063
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: LP Tank Rented
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Three Oaks
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $372/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $67,175
- Annual tax amount: $1,456
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$791,500
$752,000 - $831,000
$3,000/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Contingent | $799,000$372/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26049919 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000-20%$372/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26049919 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Listing removed | $999,000$465/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25013989 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2025 | Pending sale | $999,000$465/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25013989 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $999,000+19.6%$465/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25013989 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX of Michigan Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $835,000-7.2%$389/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23015333 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2022 | Price change | $900,000-2.2%$419/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #21104567 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2021 | Price change | $920,000-3.1%$429/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #69021104567 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $949,000$442/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #21104567 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,527 +4.9% | $365,600 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,456 | $355,200 +33.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $266,300 +12.6% |
| 2022 | $1,352 | $236,400 +52.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $154,800 +7.8% |
| 2020 | $1,072 +2.4% | $143,600 +13.3% |
| 2019 | $1,047 +2.1% | $126,700 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $1,026 +3.3% | $120,000 +15% |
| 2017 | $992 +0.1% | $104,367 -3.6% |
| 2016 | $991 +81.7% | $108,254 +7.8% |
| 2015 | $546 | $100,462 -3.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $103,683 -10.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $116,055 +17.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,090 -13.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $114,462 -16% |
| 2010 | -- | $136,235 -2.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $140,361 +80.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $77,900 +4.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $74,500 +13.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $65,900 +9.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $60,344 +126% |
| 2004 | -- | $26,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $26,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $26,700 +92.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $13,900 |
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