Situated on the best lot in the area, this Decatur home won't last long! This Lake of the Woods property offers 3 beds, 2.5 baths, and 2,500 sq. feet. As you step inside, you'll be immediately captivated by the expansive windows that frame the serene lake, flooding each room with natural light and providing uninterrupted vistas of the shimmering waters and the most amazing sunsets! Whether you're in the living room, kitchen, or bedroom, you'll enjoy a picturesque view that changes with the seasons. Around the corner, the large kitchen provides an abundance of space for storing and preparing your favorite foods. A washer and dryer are conveniently tucked away in their own room with a variety of built-ins and a sink.
- MLS# 70416590
- Date Listed07/04/2024
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.72 acres (31,363 sq. ft)
- County Van Buren
- Year Built 1992
- Square Feet 2,472 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $283.13
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.72
- Lot Size SQFT 31,363.20
- Lot Features -
Directions
West on 86th Avenue; North on Gaertig Drive to home.
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $25 Annually
- Tax Amount $4,334
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Schools near 49045
Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 49045 in Decatur, MI.
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
0.98 mi
Distance
Decatur Junior/senior High School
Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home
0.98 mi
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Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
0.98 mi
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Decatur Junior/senior High School
Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home
0.98 mi
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Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2024 | Active | $749,900.00 6.25% |
| 07/04/2024 | Active | $799,900.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310 N John Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Jun 22, 2026 | $129,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $154,742 |
| 312 W SAINT MARYS Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Jun 30, 2026 | $31,300 | Mar 21, 2024 | $148,177 |
| 310 N John Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Jun 22, 2026 | $129,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $154,742 |
| 311 Pine Street | Listing | 2 | 2 | Jun 18, 2026 | $139,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $130,169 |
| 519 Greenbriar Terrace Terrace | Listing | 3 | 2 | Jun 18, 2026 | $169,900 | Sep 13, 2021 | $164,400 |
| 45682 Lake Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Jun 18, 2026 | $549,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $564,322 |
| 555 Shady Lane | Listing | 3 | 2 | Jun 18, 2026 | $195,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $195,098 |
| 310 W Edgar Bergen Boulevard | Listing | 2 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 | $199,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $199,100 |
| 211 Pine Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Jun 30, 2026 | $234,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $225,135 |
| 414 Gregory Terrace | Listing | 3 | 2 | Jun 30, 2026 | $215,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $165,050 |
Local Neighborhood Highlights for 49045
Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Decatur, MI area.
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,101 | 1,816 | 76,538 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 61 | 1,347 | 126 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 40.9 | 38.5 | 41.2 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $50,632 | $37,959 | $57,244 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $26,031 | $19,938 | $28,181 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 84 | 90 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 14.51°F | 14.51°F | 17.48°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 83.29°F | 83.29°F | 80.64°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.57" | 38.57" | 37.57" | 38" |
11/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
0/100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score ®
30/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 24/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 85970 Gaertig Drive
Source: Realty.com
85970 Gaertig Drive, Decatur, MI 49045 in Decatur, MI 49045 is a single family listed at $699,900. Highlights include 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,472 sq. ft., built in 1992, 0.72 acre lot, $283 per sq. ft., HOA fee $25 Annually. Realty.com has 57 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this lis...
Realty.com has 57 photos of 85970 Gaertig Drive.
Our records indicate that 85970 Gaertig Drive was built in 1992.
The full address for this home is 85970 Gaertig Drive, Decatur, MI 49045.
85970 Gaertig Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Thu July 04, 2024
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 24/100.
There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 85970 Gaertig Drive. Davis Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Decatur Junior/senior High School (Grades: 6 - 12)
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