4539 S Lakeshore Drive, Ludington, MI 49431

New Listing
$1,099,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 4,005 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 230,868 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,099,000 List Date: 6/13/2026 Last Modified: 6/13/2026

Overview

Description

LAKE MICHIGAN ESTATE WITH HISTORY & HORIZON VIEWS - Rarely does a property of this caliber and historical significance come to market. Set on 5.3 wooded, rolling acres between Ludington and Pentwater, this remarkable 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, high-bluff estate offers 362 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage, panoramic sunset views, and exceptional privacy. The home was originally built in 1910 neighboring the site of the 1850's ''Trappers Cabin'' - whose foundation remains visible - the home blends rich local history with timeless craftsmanship. The 3-story residence features 4,005 square feet of above-grade living space, highlighted by soaring ceilings, expansive windows, original hardwood floors and woodwork, and unique historical details throughout. Ascend the original staircase to find three expansive bedrooms and the original servants' (pickers) quarters - with some of their names still etched in the chimney brickwork. There is plumbing already in place to turn the

Supplements: currently used storage space into a 4th bathroom, if desired. Then follow the spiral stairs even higher to ''The Lookout.'' This third-story attic space has been transformed into a stunning recreation room featuring exposed beams and custom track lighting. Beyond its historic charm, the estate presents outstanding future potential. The rolling, bui ...

Listing Details MLS# 26029161

Location Property Info

County
Mason
Street #
4539
Street Direction
S
Street Name
Lakeshore
Suffix
Drive
State
MI
Zip Code
49431
Zip (4)
9755

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
5.3
Lot Square Footage
230868
Lot Dimensions
362 x 697
Year Built
1910
Road Frontage
362
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Income Property
No
Total Rooms AG
17
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
4005
SqFt Above Grade
4005
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
1456
Building Total SqFt
5461
Total Beds Above Grade
4
Total Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Total Baths
3
Main Level Primary
Yes
Stories
3
School District
Ludington
Elementary School
Ludington Elementary School
Middle School
Oj Dejonge Middle School
High School
Ludington High School
# of Outbuildings
Yes
Association YN
No
Waterfront
Yes
Body of Water
Lake Michigan
Statewide Lakes & Rivers
Lake Michigan
Basement
Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
53-014-114-006-00 / 53-014-114-002-35
Taxable Value
392457
SEV
510100
For Tax Year
2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax
9891.3
Tax Year
2025
Homestead %
100
Spec Assessment & Type
Unknown
Zoning
Rec Residential

Remarks Misc

Directions
From US 10 to S Pere Marquette Hwy, South on Pere Marquette Hwy to W Chauvez Rd, West on Chauvez Rd to S Lakeshore Dr, South on Lakeshore Dr to property on West side of road.

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
Yes
Water Frontage
362

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
3
Upper Full Baths
Yes
Upper Level Square Feet
1967
Total Baths Above Grade
3

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
Yes
Main Full Baths
2
Main Level SQFT
2038

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT
1456
Basement Finished SQFT
0

Outbuilding 1

Outbuilding Description
Storage Shed
Outbuilding 1 Electric
Yes

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
W Olmstead Rd
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
Summit Twp

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
274.41
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
LAKE MICHIGAN ESTATE WITH HISTORY & HORIZON VIEWS - Rarely does a property of this caliber and historical significance come to market. Set on 5.3 wooded, rolling acres between Ludington and Pentwater, this remarkable 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, high-bluff estate offers 362 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage, panoramic sunset views, and exceptional privacy. The home was originally built in 1910 neighboring the site of the 1850's ''Trappers Cabin'' - whose foundation remains visible - the home blends rich local history with timeless craftsmanship. The 3-story residence features 4,005 square feet of above-grade living space, highlighted by soaring ceilings, expansive windows, original hardwood floors and woodwork, and unique historical details throughout. Ascend the original staircase to find three expansive bedrooms and the original servants' (pickers) quarters - with some of their names still etched in the chimney brickwork. There is plumbing already in place to turn the
Legal
Lengthy legal attached in documents.

Water Type

Lake
Yes

Water Fea. Amenities

All Sports
Yes
Private Frontage
Yes
View
Yes

Lot Description

Recreational
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Other Structures

Shed(s)
Yes

Street Type

Paved
Yes
Public
Yes

Utilities Attached

Cable Connected
Yes
High Speed Internet
Yes
Phone Connected
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Water

Well
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Laundry Features

Laundry Room
Yes
Main Level
Yes

Exterior Material

Wood Siding
Yes

Roofing

Composition
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Parking Features

Garage Door Opener
Yes
Garage Faces Side
Yes

Heat Source

Propane
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Hot Water
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT
0
Total Lower SQFT
0

Substructure

Full
Yes

Kitchen Features

Center Island
Yes
Eating Area
Yes
Mud Room Access
Yes

Additional Items

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Generator
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Fencing

Chain Link
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Porch(es)
Yes
Covered
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Vinyl
Yes
Wood
Yes

Other Equipment

Generator
Yes

Security Features

Security System
Yes

Outbuilding Floor Type 1

Outbuilding 1 Floor Type - Wood
Yes

Architectural Style

Victorian
Yes

Possession

Close Plus 30 Days
Yes

Property Features

Water Type: Lake Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level Exterior Material: Wood Siding Roofing: Composition; Shingle Substructure: Full Lot Description: Recreational; Wooded Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well Utilities Attached: Cable Connected; High Speed Internet; Phone Connected Kitchen Features: Center Island; Eating Area; Mud Room Access Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); Garage Door Opener; Generator Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Propane Heat Type: Hot Water Fencing: Chain Link Flooring: Carpet; Vinyl; Wood Other Equipment: Generator Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch(es) Security Features: Security System Other Structures: Shed(s) Outbuilding 1: Outbuilding 1 Electric Outbuilding Floor Type 1: Outbuilding 1 Floor Type - Wood Parking Features: Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Side Architectural Style: Victorian Street Type: Paved; Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Close Plus 30 Days Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room NameLengthWidthLevelRemarks
Other11.0012.00MainEntry / Mudroom
Laundry13.007.00Main
Bathroom 110.008.00Main
Kitchen13.0010.00Main
Other13.008.00MainEat- In Kitchen
Dining Area14.0016.00Main
Bedroom 213.0010.00MainBedroom / Office
Bathroom 213.006.00Main
Living Room18.0016.00Main
Office14.0014.00MainLibrary
Primary Bedroom14.0014.00Upper
Bathroom 36.009.00Upper
Bedroom 313.0018.00Upper
Bedroom 415.0013.00Upper
Bonus Room21.0028.00UpperServants Quarters Area
Other12.0018.00UpperStorage / Plumbed for Bath
Recreation32.0029.00Upper'The Lookout'

Documents

IDX
Listing Office: Greenridge Realty S Rath
Listing Agent: Debby Stevenson
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: June - 13 - 2026
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