Properties for sale in Michigan

12589 Ed Berth Drive, New Buffalo, MI 49117

$600,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,100 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 15,419 Status: Sold

Current Price: $600,000 List Date: 6/08/2026 Last Modified: 8/31/2026

Overview

Description

Located just outside the city limits, where short-term vacation rentals are permitted, this property presents a compelling opportunity for both personal enjoyment and Vacation Rental potential. Enjoy easy access to the City of New Buffalo's coveted downtown, perfect for healthy strolls to Lake Michigan's shoreline, or a quick 6-MIN drive (10 mins. by Bike) to the Amtrak for seamless travel into downtown Chicago. Built in 2005, this well-maintained home offers 2,825 sq.ft. of living space w/ generously sized bedrooms, closets and storage throughout. The primary en-suite has a walk-in shower, spa bath, and a huge walk-in closet. A large backyard deck provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining and relaxed summer evenings. The lower level is equally impressive- with 10-foot ceilings and daylight windows; it offers exceptional flexibility-- ideal for creating a private media lounge, fitness studio, luxurious guest quarters, or any combination of these spaces.

Supplements: Nature lovers will appreciate the mature wooded natural setting with Turtle Creek meandering along the back property line. Very close to well-groomed hiking trails. Also, steps from the award-winning New Buffalo Elementary school, with sidewalk access into downtown. Whether envisioned as a personal residence, getaway, or an income-generating asset ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26027703

Location Property Info

County: Berrien
Street #: 12589
Street Name: Ed Berth
Suffix: Drive
State: MI
Zip Code: 49117
Zip (4): 8920

General Property Info

New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.35
Lot Square Footage: 15419
Lot Dimensions: 100 X 150.
Year Built: 2005
Road Frontage: 100
Garage Y/N: No
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 9
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2825
SqFt Above Grade: 2100
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 725
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 640
Building Total SqFt: 3465
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: Yes
School District: New Buffalo
Elementary School: New Buffalo Elementary School
Middle School: New Buffalo Middle School
High School: New Buffalo Senior High School
Association YN: No
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: Turtle Creek
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: Turtle Creek

Tax Info

Tax ID #: 11-13-4200-0011-00-0
Taxable Value: 195500
SEV: 195500
For Tax Year: 2024
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 3894
Tax Year: 2024
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: None known.
Zoning: R-1 LOW DENSITY

Remarks Misc

Directions: From New Buffalo's public BEACH: Take North Whittaker Street South to US-12/Buffalo Street, go West on Buffalo St. to South Willard Street, go South on Willard to West Detroit Street, go West to Ed Berth Drive to address and sign. Note: West Detroit Street becomes Lubke Road just past the New Buffalo Elementary School.

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2026-06-15
Sold Date: 2026-06-29
Sold Price/SqFt: 285.71

More Information

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 100

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

Upper Rooms

Total Baths Above Grade: 2

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms: 3
Main Full Baths: 2
Main Level SQFT: 2100

Basement Rooms

Basement Finished SQFT: 725
Total Basement SQFT: 1365

Property Features

Water Type: Lake; Stream/Creek Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level Exterior Material: Aluminum Siding Substructure: Daylight; Full Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Well Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Patio and Porch Features: Deck Landscape: Ground Cover; Shrubs/Hedges Parking Features: Attached Architectural Style: Ranch Driveway: Gravel Street Type: Paved; Public Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; MSHDA; Rural Development; VA Loan Sale Conditions: None

Documents

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Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing Agent: Angella German

Last Updated: August - 31 - 2026

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