Welcome to your Lake Michigan retreat--an end-unit villa designed for effortless second-home living and exceptional privacy. Building has a shared entrance but this unit no shared living space walls! No neighbors above or below, giving you the feel of a private residence with low-maintenance ease. Forest Beach, a prestigious gated community, this home offers a peaceful escape just when you need it most. Spend your weekends unwinding on intimate association decks with stunning Lake Michigan views, or take advantage of resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, sparkling pool, tennis courts, and playground. With over 1,800 square feet, this spacious villa features 3-4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a generous living room, and a versatile recreation space--perfect for hosting family and friends. Outdoor living shines with both a main-level deck and lower-level patio complete with a hot tub for year-round relaxation. Fully furnished, this turnkey property makes owning a second home stress free just arrive and enjoy. Schedule your showing today and change your weekends forever.
Sold
$624,000
18485 Dunecrest Dr Unit 25, New Buffalo, MI 49117
3beds
1,825sqft
Condominium
Built in 1993
-- sqft lot
$634,500 Zestimate®
$342/sqft
$5,582 Estimated rent
Home value
$634,500
$552,000 - $730,000
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Sparkling poolMain-level deckVersatile recreation spaceTennis courtsEnd-unit villa
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Listed by:
Cathy Smith 269-861-2292,
Cathy Smith Real Estate
Bought with:
Elizabeth Roch, 6506045544
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26011923
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.22
- Dimensions: 14.20 x 14.10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 164.7
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 13.60
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 89.18
- Dimensions: 9.10 x 9.80
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 129
- Dimensions: 12.90 x 10.00
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 59.79
- Dimensions: 5.11 x 11.70
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
- Area: 75.65
- Dimensions: 8.90 x 8.50
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 57.95
- Dimensions: 6.10 x 9.50
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 234.91
- Dimensions: 13.90 x 16.90
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 184.07
- Dimensions: 15.20 x 12.11
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 58.59
- Dimensions: 9.30 x 6.30
Recreation
- Level: Lower
- Area: 306.06
- Dimensions: 18.11 x 16.90
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Center Island
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Slab,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 925
- Total interior livable area: 1,825 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub Spa, Association
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Lake Michigan
Lot
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 111325020025005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Gated Community
- Subdivision: Forest Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Area, Clubhouse, End Unit, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Trash, Snow Removal, Maintenance Grounds, Cable/Satellite
- HOA fee: $880 monthly
- HOA phone: 269-983-7330
Location
- Region: New Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $342/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $182,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,043
- Date on market: 3/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Sold | $624,000-5.3%$342/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26011923 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Contingent | $659,000$361/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26011923 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $659,000+13.8%$361/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26011923 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2024 | Listing removed | $579,000$317/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #24039626 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $579,000+83.8%$317/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #24039626 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2018 | Sold | $315,000$173/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koenig Rubloff #18012974_49117 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $315,000$173/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #18012974 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,043 +4.9% | $232,900 +15.1% |
| 2024 | $5,761 | $202,300 +17.1% |
| 2023 | -- | $172,800 +3.8% |
| 2022 | $5,299 | $166,500 +20.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $138,100 -15.4% |
| 2020 | $7,456 +6.7% | $163,300 -16% |
| 2019 | $6,990 -1.8% | $194,300 -11.5% |
| 2018 | $7,118 +4.2% | $219,500 +23% |
| 2017 | $6,828 -0.7% | $178,400 -0.8% |
| 2016 | $6,874 +48.1% | $179,900 -0.9% |
| 2015 | $4,641 | $181,600 -1.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $184,600 -17% |
| 2013 | -- | $222,400 -3.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $231,200 -12.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $264,000 +1% |
| 2010 | -- | $261,400 +6.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $245,300 +1% |
| 2008 | -- | $242,900 -28.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $338,700 +13.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $299,500 +15.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $258,700 +13.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $227,400 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $211,000 +21.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $174,200 -2.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $178,600 |
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Neighborhood: 49117
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