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    • Price cut: $21K (5/20)
    $398,900

    48168 70th Ave, Decatur, MI 49045

    3beds
    1,062sqft
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    $2,728/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1938
    0.27 Acres Lot
    $389,800 Zestimate®
    $376/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Quiet shorelineComfortable as-is
    Welcome to Christie Lake -- a clear, spring-fed, all-sports lake known for its quiet shoreline, low turnover, and timeless Michigan charm. This 3 bedroom cottage sits just steps from the water with 36 feet of private frontage, offering an affordable and highly sought-after entry point into one of Van Buren County's most desirable lake communities. The home is comfortable as-is, with the flexibility for future updates or expansion. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, a family lake house, or a renovation-ready property with strong long-term value, this location delivers. Opportunities at this price point on Christie Lake are exceptionally rare -- and when they come to market, they don't last.
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    Listed by:

    Wayne Ryan 574-876-9641,

    McKinnies Realty 574-271-3440

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26015741MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 63
      • Dimensions: 9.00 x 7.00
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 54
      • Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
      Bonus room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 420
      • Dimensions: 21.00 x 20.00
      Dining area
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 300
      • Dimensions: 25.00 x 12.00
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 1092
      • Dimensions: 91.00 x 12.00
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 30
      • Dimensions: 6.00 x 5.00
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 20.00
      Utility room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 90
      • Dimensions: 10.00 x 9.00
      Utility room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 56
      • Dimensions: 8.00 x 7.00
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Other
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Range, Washer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
      • Basement: Walk-Out Access
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,062
      • Total interior livable area: 1,062 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Lake
      • Body of water: Christie Lake
      Lot
      • Size: 0.27 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 801318601900

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1938

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Services included: Snow Removal
      Location
      • Region: Decatur

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $376/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $83,014
      • Annual tax amount: $4,325
      • Date on market: 5/3/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $389,800

        $370,000 - $409,000

        $1,406/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/21/2026Pending sale$398,900$376/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26015741 Report a problem
        5/20/2026Price change$398,900-5%$376/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26015741 Report a problem
        5/3/2026Listed for sale$419,900$395/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26015741 Report a problem
        4/22/2026Pending sale$419,900$395/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26015741 Report a problem
        4/16/2026Listed for sale$419,900$395/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26015741 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,325 +7.6%$113,300 +16.8%
        2024$4,020 +5%$97,000 +8.9%
        2023$3,828 $89,100 +13.9%
        2022-- $78,200 +10.6%
        2021-- $70,700 -3.4%
        2020-- $73,200 -6.9%
        2018-- $78,600 -6.1%
        2017$2,563 +3.4%$83,700 -5%
        2016$2,478 +49.7%$88,100
        2015$1,656 +113.7%$88,100 +4.3%
        2014$775 $84,500 +70.7%
        2013-- $49,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 49045

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        40 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Lawrence Elementary School
        • Middle: Lawrence Jr/Sr High School
        • High: Lawrence Jr/Sr High School

        Source: MichRIC. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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