West Lake two bedroom getaway! This charming 1,006-square-foot cottage features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and 64 feet of lake frontage. Enjoy beautiful water views from the home while mature trees provide plenty of shade and a peaceful setting. This cozy retreat offers the perfect opportunity to relax, entertain, and enjoy everything lake life has to offer. Spend summer days swimming, boating, fishing, or simply unwinding by the water. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, year-round residence, or investment opportunity, 1914 Forest Dr. offers an excellent chance to own waterfront property in Portage. With its manageable size, beautiful views, generous frontage, and shaded setting, this property is ready to become your own West Lake escape. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle and memories that come with owning a piece of West Lake!
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Price cut: $10K (9/4)
$379,900
1914 Forest Dr, Portage, MI 49002
2beds
1,006sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$372,200 Zestimate®
$378/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Shaded settingGenerous frontageWaterfront property in portage
- 21 days
- 3,189
- 165
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pat O'Brien 269-381-6470,
O'Brien Real Estate 269-381-6470
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26042910
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Bathroom
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,006
- Total interior livable area: 1,006 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: West Lake
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 213.6 x 78.01 x 35 x 75.54 x 64
- Features: Flag Lot, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1000340028A
- Zoning description: R-1A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $378/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $180,398
- Annual tax amount: $11,096
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$372,200
$354,000 - $391,000
$1,559/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $379,900-2.6%$378/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26042910 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2026 | Price change | $389,900-2.5%$388/sqft |
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| 8/20/2026 | Price change | $399,900-7%$398/sqft |
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| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $429,900+53.5%$427/sqft |
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| 12/29/2020 | Sold | $280,000+0%$278/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #20051950 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2020 | Listing removed | $279,900$278/sqft |
Source: Marcia Miller Realty, LLC #20008499 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2020 | Price change | $279,900-6.2%$278/sqft |
Source: Marcia Miller Realty, LLC #20008499 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $298,500-2%$297/sqft |
Source: Marcia Miller Realty, LLC #20008499 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2019 | Listing removed | $850$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2019 | Listed for rent | $850$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2019 | Listing removed | $304,500$303/sqft |
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| 7/18/2019 | Price change | $304,500-1.6%$303/sqft |
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| 5/20/2019 | Price change | $309,500-4.7%$308/sqft |
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| 4/29/2019 | Price change | $324,900-4.4%$323/sqft |
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| 4/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $339,900+63.8%$338/sqft |
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| 4/4/2017 | Sold | $207,500-3.5%$206/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #17002384 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2017 | Listed for sale | $215,000-2.2%$214/sqft |
Source: Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR, Inc. #17002384 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2016 | Listing removed | $219,900$219/sqft |
Source: Kalamazoo - Stadium #16024278 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2016 | Price change | $219,900-4.3%$219/sqft |
Source: Kalamazoo - Stadium #16024278 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2016 | Listed for sale | $229,900+78.2%$229/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate #16024278 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2008 | Sold | $129,000$128/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $215,600 +4.6% |
| 2025 | -- | $206,100 +0.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $205,500 +5.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $195,200 +9.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $177,900 +18.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $149,600 +8.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $137,500 +6.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $129,500 -11.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $146,500 +25.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $116,700 +10.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $105,500 +2.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $103,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $103,200 +2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,000 -4.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $105,500 +7.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $98,200 -3% |
| 2009 | -- | $101,200 +6.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $95,000 +30.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $72,800 +5.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $68,900 +74% |
| 2002 | -- | $39,600 |
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