$7,469 Closing Credit¹
ChooseChad Team, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty
$8,657
closing credit¹
222 E Merchant St New Buffalo, MI 49117
$729,000 List price
$8,657
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
1,885 sqft
0.09 acres
$387 / sqft
House
Property details
About 222 E Merchant St
Discover an adorable 4BR/3BA cottage getaway just 3 blocks from downtown New Buffalo and 6 blocks from the beach in an STR-friendly community with association pool! This turnkey home in Merchant Street Cottages is ready for you to move in and make memories, whether you're relaxing on the charming front porch, gathering around the fireplace in the living area on a chilly night, or hosting family and friends for a fun-filled summer vacation. The nicely appointed kitchen offers stainless appliances, generous island and built-in banquette dining with windows on 3 sides. Open floor plan is great for gathering. Enjoy the backyard firepit and 1-car garage. Everything in this home is up to date and well cared for, so you can relax and enjoy from day one. Just about an hour from downtown Chicago!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Backup)
(Active Backup)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,885 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built2007
ParkingAttached, Paved
MLS #69025000859
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontOther, Public Lake, Water Access
Summary
- MLS Number: 69025000859
- MLS Name: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (269) 469-3950
- Listing Agent: ChooseChad Team
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2015 | Home Sold | $336,000 |
| Jun 30, 2011 | Home Sold | $337,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $241,600 | $8,869 |
| 2023 | $228,500 | $8,454 |
| 2022 | $216,800 | $8,219 |
| 2021 | $206,300 | $8,118 |
| 2020 | $193,500 | $8,019 |
| 2019 | $174,100 | $7,832 |
| 2018 | $174,100 | $8,945 |
| 2017 | $234,900 | $8,778 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
New Buffalo Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•12291 Lubke Rd
6
Springfield Elementary School
Public District PK-6
5.3 mi
•3054 W 800 N
6
Three Oaks Elementary School
Public District 3-5
6.9 mi
•100 Oak St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,762. The most common annual income of people living in New Buffalo, MI is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
29%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 222 E Merchant St
This home is located at 222 E Merchant St in New Buffalo, MI and zip code 49117. This 1,885 square foot home, which was built in 2007, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $729,000.
In December 2024 more than 0 listings in New Buffalo, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 9 were sold below. Between November and December 2024, New Buffalo, MI real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 8.6%. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $649,950, while the average time on the real estate market was 270 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.