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    251 Lake Ave, Sawyer, MI 49125

    3beds
    2,026sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $1,276,600 Zestimate®
    $592/sqft
    $3,669 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,276,600

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    What's special

    Mid-Century Modern Magic in desirable Shorewood Hills! Nestled among tall pines & close to a deep, low-bluff deeded Lake Michigan beach, this fully-renovated gem blends Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired design with modern updates. The floor plan functions as beautifully as it looks, affording privacy & inspiring views from every angle. Iconic MCM low-slope roofs feature generous overhangs & clerestory windows to capture sunlight at all hours. Completely renovated in 2019 with additional improvements in 2025: New roof, radiant-heat floors, new tankless boiler/HWH & HVAC, custom walnut/gloss-white kitchen, spacious pantry with coffee & wine bars, huge screened-in porch, custom landscaping with new privacy fence, patio & fire pit — nestled in its own magical forested lot. This all-season lake retreat is an architectural oasis for indoor/outdoor relaxation & entertaining alike. Neighborhood amenities: tennis/pickleball courts, year-round social & sporting events, beach yoga & more await you in this welcoming community. Another breathtaking Lake Michigan sunset awaits... all you'll need is your beach bag!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jackson G Matson 269-214-0240,

    @properties Christie's International R.E.

    Bought with:

    ChooseChad Team, 6502355194

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25023846MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 5
    • Level: Main
    Primary bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Den
    • Level: Main
    Dining area
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Description: Formal
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Recreation
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Radiant, Wall Furnace
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
    • Basement: Slab
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,026
    • Total interior livable area: 2,026 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Scrn Porch
    • Waterfront features: Lake
    • Body of water: Lake Michigan
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres
    • Dimensions: 120 x 120
    • Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Shrubs/Hedges
    Details
    • Parcel number: 110708200117008

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1950

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Beach Area, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
    • HOA fee: $1,400 annually
    Location
    • Region: Sawyer

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $592/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $248,748
    • Annual tax amount: $9,931
    • Date on market: 5/25/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/24/2025Sold$1,199,000$592/sqft
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    6/20/2025Pending sale$1,199,000$592/sqft
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    6/9/2025Contingent$1,199,000$592/sqft
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    5/25/2025Listed for sale$1,199,000+216.4%$592/sqft
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    10/23/2017Sold$379,000-11.8%$187/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/18/2017Price change$429,900+8.3%$212/sqft
    Source: Prime Real Estate #09476856 Report a problem
    7/14/2017Price change$397,000-7.7%$196/sqft
    Source: @properties #17034916 Report a problem
    6/29/2017Price change$429,900+7.5%$212/sqft
    Source: Prime Real Estate #09476856 Report a problem
    6/9/2017Price change$400,000-7%$197/sqft
    Source: Prime Real Estate Michigan, LLC #17001032 Report a problem
    1/10/2017Price change$429,900+7.5%$212/sqft
    Source: Prime Real Estate Michigan, LLC #17001032 Report a problem
    5/18/2016Price change$399,900+0.2%$197/sqft
    Source: Realty Executives Pro Brokers #16020386 Report a problem
    5/3/2016Listed for sale$399,000+5%$197/sqft
    Source: Realty Executives Pro Brokers #16020386 Report a problem
    9/18/2015Listing removed$379,900$188/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Report a problem
    7/21/2015Price change$379,900+16.2%$188/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Report a problem
    2/18/2015Price change$327,000+9%$161/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - New Buffalo #14064430 Report a problem
    12/4/2014Listed for sale$300,000-9.1%$148/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - New Buffalo #14064430 Report a problem
    10/20/2014Listing removed$330,000$163/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/29/2014Price change$330,000-2.9%$163/sqft
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    7/23/2014Listed for sale$340,000+6500.7%$168/sqft
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    2/29/2012Sold$5,151$3/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,931 +5%$370,900 +5.8%
    2024$9,456 $350,500 +36.1%
    2023-- $257,500 +7.2%
    2022$8,507 $240,200 -0.3%
    2021-- $241,000 +11.9%
    2020$8,850 +2.4%$215,400 -13.3%
    2019$8,646 +3.4%$248,400 +10%
    2018$8,359 +13.7%$225,900 -12.4%
    2017$7,354 -0.2%$258,000 +29.1%
    2016$7,367 +119.3%$199,800 -0.2%
    2015$3,360 $200,300 -3.6%
    2014-- $207,800 +9.3%
    2013-- $190,100 -16.1%
    2012-- $226,500 +1.3%
    2011-- $223,600 +2.5%
    2010-- $218,200 -12.2%
    2009-- $248,500 -13.1%
    2008-- $285,800 +13.2%
    2007-- $252,500 +16.5%
    2006-- $216,800 +47.1%
    2005-- $147,400 +0.8%
    2004-- $146,300 +13.3%
    2003-- $129,100 +15.9%
    2002-- $111,400 +12.1%
    2001-- $99,400
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