Experience unparalleled beachfront luxury in Harbor Country with this exquisite Nantucket-style retreat, designed by renowned architect Heidi Hornaday and built in 2018. Spanning 5,101 square feet, this architectural gem boasts panoramic Lake Michigan and Chicago skyline views, a charming turret, and porthole windows, all leading to 80 feet of private shoreline.
Inside, an expansive open floor plan seamlessly blends comfort and sophistication. The great room features a soaring vaulted ceiling, a striking double-sided stone fireplace, and a cozy turret sitting nook. The gourmet kitchen and dining area, complete with a wine fridge and beverage cooler, are perfect for hosting. The shiplap-clad office, offering beach and lake vistas, creates an inspiring and serene workspace for work-from-home days. Multiple sliding glass doors open to a spacious deck with sleek glass railings, enhancing the indoor-outdoor flow.
The primary suite offers sweeping lake panoramas, a private sitting area, a walk-in closet, and a spa-like en suite bath. Three additional bedrooms on the second level, connected by an open balcony, are bathed in natural light, each offering breathtaking waterfront scenery.
The lower level is designed for both relaxation and entertainment, featuring a spacious family room, a game area, and a versatile turret space ideal for intimate gatherings. A large storage room with direct beach access keeps all your water gear within easy reach.
The newly designed lakefront walkway connects the shaded patio to the beach. A thoughtfully crafted Accoya deck with a drink rail and built-in bench provides the perfect setting for sunset views, while a sturdy staircase leads to the beach, ensuring effortless access to the water.
This is a rare opportunity to own one of Michiana's finest beachfront properties, blending modern luxury with timeless lakefront charm.
Recent Renovations & Updates:
New walkway, sunset deck and stairs to beach, 2025
Painting Interior & Exterior, 2024
Re-sided the turret with cedar-shake shingles, 2023
Document in attachments provides additional details.
Turnkey option [excludes wall art, pool table, antique cedar chest, office desk, living room buffet table and Peloton bike]
40' lot to southwest is deed restricted against building
Sold
$3,300,000
3698 Lake Shore Dr, New Buffalo, MI 49117
5beds
5,101sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
0.41 Acres Lot
$3,576,900 Zestimate®
$647/sqft
$6,131 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,576,900
$3.04M - $4.18M
$6,131/mo
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Private shorelineDouble-sided stone fireplaceVersatile turret spaceBeach and lake vistasGame areaSweeping lake panoramasExpansive open floor plan
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Listed by:
Karen Shoshana 847-917-8847,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Jackson G Matson, 6506044795
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25008130
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 325.76
- Dimensions: 21.25 x 15.33
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 223.71
- Dimensions: 16.67 x 13.42
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 158.26
- Dimensions: 12.58 x 12.58
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 225.16
- Dimensions: 16.58 x 13.58
Bedroom 5
- Description: Office/Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 158.92
- Dimensions: 14.58 x 10.90
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 124.87
- Dimensions: 14.83 x 8.42
Primary bathroom
- Description: Water closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 46.69
- Dimensions: 6.67 x 7.00
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 131.75
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 7.75
Bathroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 43.73
- Dimensions: 7.50 x 5.83
Bathroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 69.03
- Dimensions: 9.75 x 7.08
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 219.5
- Dimensions: 22.33 x 9.83
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 358.45
- Dimensions: 21.83 x 16.42
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 391.92
- Dimensions: 22.08 x 17.75
Other
- Description: Bar Area
- Level: Main
- Area: 169.09
- Dimensions: 17.08 x 9.90
Other
- Description: Breakfast Nook
- Level: Main
- Area: 120.42
- Dimensions: 12.25 x 9.83
Recreation
- Description: Family, Game & Exercise
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1079.06
- Dimensions: 43.90 x 24.58
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Lower Level, Upper Level
Features
- Center Island
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Formal Dining, Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,384
- Total interior livable area: 5,101 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Other
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Lake Michigan
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 225
Details
- Parcel number: 114148600006000
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $647/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $533,958
- Annual tax amount: $15,442
- Date on market: 3/6/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2025 | Sold | $3,300,000-8.3%$647/sqft |
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| 4/14/2025 | Contingent | $3,600,000$706/sqft |
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| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,600,000-4%$706/sqft |
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| 10/14/2024 | Listing removed | $3,750,000$735/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,750,000$735/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,238 +9.6% | $393,400 +95.7% |
| 2024 | $1,129 | $201,000 +38.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $145,400 +2.5% |
| 2022 | $1,500 | $141,900 |
| 2021 | -- | $141,900 |
| 2020 | $1,466 -36.6% | $141,900 -55.2% |
| 2019 | $2,313 -1.4% | $316,900 +73.9% |
| 2018 | $2,346 +852.6% | $182,200 +283.6% |
| 2017 | $246 +0.4% | $47,500 -52.5% |
| 2016 | $245 +87.4% | $100,000 |
| 2015 | $131 | $100,000 -37.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $160,000 -7% |
| 2013 | -- | $172,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $172,000 -11.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $194,000 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $200,000 +2027.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $9,400 -1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $9,500 +8% |
| 2007 | -- | $8,800 +12.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $7,800 +16.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $6,700 +13.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $5,900 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,500 +22.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,500 -2.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $4,600 |
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Neighborhood: Michiana
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