51310 Shorts Road, Leonidas, MI 49066

$190,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 1 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 856 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 67,518 Status: Pending
Current Price: $190,000 List Date: 7/02/2026 Last Modified: 8/07/2026

Overview

Description

Wake up to peaceful river views and the sounds of nature at this charming country retreat. Nestled on 1.55 scenic acres along the Nottawa Creek, this inviting one-bedroom, one-bath home offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle while still providing the comforts of home. Thoughtful updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof in 2025 and a recently replaced furnace. The extended one-car garage offers plenty of room for storage, hobbies, or a workshop, while the picturesque property invites you to enjoy abundant wildlife, fishing, gardening, or simply relaxing in your own private slice of Southwest Michigan. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to downsize, or dreaming of a peaceful weekend getaway, 51310 Shorts Road offers the rare opportunity to own a scenic riverfront property with room to breathe. Come experience the beauty and tranquility this special property has to offer.

Listing Details MLS# 26033409

Location Property Info

County
St. Joseph
Street #
51310
Street Name
Shorts
Suffix
Road
State
MI
Zip Code
49066
Zip (4)
9419

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
1.55
Lot Square Footage
67518
Lot Dimensions
Irregular
Year Built
1950
Garage Y/N
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Income Property
Yes
Total Rooms AG
5
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
856
SqFt Above Grade
856
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
206
Building Total SqFt
1062
Total Beds Above Grade
Yes
Total Bedrooms
Yes
Full Baths
Yes
Total Baths
Yes
Main Level Primary
Yes
Stories
Yes
School District
Colon
Association YN
No
Waterfront
Yes
Body of Water
Nottawa Creek
Statewide Lakes & Rivers
Nottawa Creek
Road Frontage
0
Basement
Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
008-012-003-00
Taxable Value
28121
SEV
57300
For Tax Year
2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax
787.67
Tax Year
2025
Homestead %
100
Spec Assessment & Type
none
Zoning
Residential (R)

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date
2026-08-03

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
Yes
Water Frontage
0

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Total Baths Above Grade
Yes

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
Yes
Main Full Baths
Yes
Main Level SQFT
856

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT
206
Basement Finished SQFT
0

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
Factoryville Rd Longnecker Rd
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
Leonidas Twp

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
221.96
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Wake up to peaceful river views and the sounds of nature at this charming country retreat. Nestled on 1.55 scenic acres along the Nottawa Creek, this inviting one-bedroom, one-bath home offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle while still providing the comforts of home. Thoughtful updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof in 2025 and a recently replaced furnace. The extended one-car garage offers plenty of room for storage, hobbies, or a workshop, while the picturesque property invites you to enjoy abundant wildlife, fishing, gardening, or simply relaxing in your own private slice of Southwest Michigan. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to downsize, or dreaming of a peaceful weekend getaway, 51310 Shorts Road offers the rare opportunity to own a scenic riverfront property with room to breathe. Come experience the beauty and tranquility this special property has to offer.
Legal
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Water Type

Stream/Creek
Yes

Water Fea. Amenities

View
Yes

Lot Description

Rolling Hills
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Other Structures

Shed(s)
Yes
Workshop
Yes

Street Type

Paved
Yes

Util Avail at Street

Electricity Available
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Water

Well
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
MSHDA
Yes
Rural Development
Yes
VA Loan
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Laundry Features

In Kitchen
Yes

Exterior Material

Stone
Yes
Vinyl Siding
Yes

Roofing

Composition
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Parking Features

Detached
Yes

Heat Source

Propane
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Other
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT
0
Total Lower SQFT
0

Driveway

Gravel
Yes

Substructure

Michigan Basement
Yes
Partial
Yes

Additional Items

LP Tank Owned
Yes

Water Heater

Propane
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Other
Yes

Architectural Style

Bungalow
Yes

Possession

Negotiable
Yes

Property Features

Water Type: Stream/Creek Laundry Features: In Kitchen Exterior Material: Stone; Vinyl Siding Roofing: Composition; Shingle Substructure: Michigan Basement; Partial Lot Description: Rolling Hills; Wooded Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available Additional Items: LP Tank Owned Heat Source: Propane Heat Type: Other Water Heater: Propane Flooring: Carpet; Other Other Structures: Shed(s); Workshop Parking Features: Detached Architectural Style: Bungalow Driveway: Gravel Street Type: Paved Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; MSHDA; Rural Development; VA Loan Possession: Negotiable Sale Conditions: None
IDX
Listing Office: Bellabay Realty LLC
Listing Agent: Michael D Terry
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: August - 07 - 2026
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