OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2024 for $2M

$2,080,668

•

3,475

sq ft

2965 Ridge Rd, Long Beach, IN 46360

About this home

Welcome to the enchanting and iconic 'Butterfly House', offered for the first time ever, by its original owners. You will be instantly captivated by the amazing panoramic views of Lake Michigan, as you step into the timeless allure of this Mid-Century Modern classic home in the heart of Long Beach! The distinctive architectural design of Laurence L. Smith-Mielke & Smith features high ceilings, open spaces, expansive walls of windows and an oversized screened in porch to take in the beauty of the water and nature. With views from almost every room of the house, this retreat boasts over 3,400sf of stylish living space with plenty of storage and parking for 8+ cars, including rear street entry on desirable Ridge Road. All of this is situated on an oversized lot offering ample room for expansion & creativity. Whether you are looking for a year round peaceful retreat, summer getaway or entertainers delight, this unique property has it ALL! Hurry & schedule your personal showing today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

0.55 acresLot Size

$599Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kelly Gausselin • @properties/Christie's Intl RE

•219-874-7070 (broker)

•mlslongbeach@atproperties.com (broker)

Bought with Elizabeth Roch • @properties/Christie's Intl RE

•219-243-2120 (broker)

•mlsmichigancity@atproperties.com (broker)

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•Source:NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #544474

Redfin Estimate

$2,080,668

$81K since sold in April 2024$151K since August

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This home's estimate is 151.1% higher than the average sale price ($829K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$1,200,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,592 sq ft
2938 Mount Clair Way, Long Beach, IN 46360
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$1,025,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,252 sq ft
3521 Iroquois Trl, Michigan City, IN 46360
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$420,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,185 sq ft
2906 Oriole Trl, Long Beach, IN 46360
SOLD DEC 8, 2025
$777,747
D
4 beds3 baths2,298 sq ft
2917 Roslyn Trl, Long Beach, IN 46360
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$720,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,239 sq ft
2326 Tinkers Way, Long Beach, IN 46360

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$451,417

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Market trends in 46360, IN

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

95.7%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$237K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

36d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

144

22 MoM

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Sale history for 2965 Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$21,730 (+10.2%)

$680,000 + $416,200

$1,096,200

2023

$19,718 (−0.9%)

$680,000 + $305,900

$985,900

2022

$19,904 (+29.2%)

$680,000 + $315,200

$995,200

2021

$15,400

$578,000 + $192,000

$770,000

2020

$15,400 (+4.5%)

$578,000 + $192,000

$770,000

2019

$14,732 (+0.1%)

$595,000 + $151,400

$746,400

2018

$14,714 (−6.8%)

$595,000 + $151,400

$746,400

2017

$15,787 (+5.8%)

$559,400 + $238,400

$797,800

2016

$14,923 (+0.4%)

$559,400 + $238,400

$797,800

2015

$14,866 (+26.8%)

$559,400 + $228,500

$787,900

2013

$11,725

$621,500 + $249,800

$871,300

Tax history for 2965 Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$21,730 (+10.2%)

$680,000 + $416,200

$1,096,200

2023

$19,718 (−0.9%)

$680,000 + $305,900

$985,900

2022

$19,904 (+29.2%)

$680,000 + $315,200

$995,200

2021

$15,400

$578,000 + $192,000

$770,000

2020

$15,400 (+4.5%)

$578,000 + $192,000

$770,000

2019

$14,732 (+0.1%)

$595,000 + $151,400

$746,400

2018

$14,714 (−6.8%)

$595,000 + $151,400

$746,400

2017

$15,787 (+5.8%)

$559,400 + $238,400

$797,800

2016

$14,923 (+0.4%)

$559,400 + $238,400

$797,800

2015

$14,866 (+26.8%)

$559,400 + $228,500

$787,900

2013

$11,725

$621,500 + $249,800

$871,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

238 ft.

Lot size

0.55 Acres

Year renovated

1955

Sq. Ft.

4,796

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

LaPorte County

APN

460114227031000023

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Wood

Interior Features
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level
Interior Features: Wet Bar
Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile

Room Information
Rooms Total: 14
Room Type(s): Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room
Has Basement
Basement: Walk-Out Access

Exterior

Exterior Features
Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
View: Lake
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Gas Grill
Construction Materials: Brick

Living Area
Living Area: 3,475
Living Area Source: Assessor
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1046.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,077
Lower Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,352
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 0.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,123
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.00
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,352
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0.00

Property Information
Year Built: 1955
Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)

Lot Information
Frontage Length: 100
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Road Surface Type: Paved

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $995,200
Tax Legal Description: Legal Description: 45-01-14-227-031 ELYSIUM E 1/2 EX 8 FT S END LOT 32 EX 8 FT S END LT 33 EX X 20
Tax Annual Amount: $19,976
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utilities Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Owner

School Information
High School District: Michigan City
High School: Michigan City High School
Middle Or Junior School: Martin T Krueger Middle School
Elementary School: Lake Hills Elementary

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,796
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: LaPorte County
APN: 460114227031000023

Home facts updated by county records on Apr 17, 2026

Other

Auction Information
Auction YN: No
Auction Minimum Opening Bid: 0.00

Around this home

Schools

Springfield Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.6mi

4/10

Martin T Krueger Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi

4/10

Michigan City High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 99° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Long Beach, IN • 46360

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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 3.1 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.98M – $2.39M

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Home values near 2965 Ridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2939 Ridge Road, Long Beach, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3150 Sq. Ft.	$980,695
3003 Lake Shore Drive, Michigan City, IN 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4217 Sq. Ft.	$1,003,377

Address	Redfin Estimate
2937 Ridge Road, Long Beach, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2120 Sq. Ft.	$553,165
2956 Lake Shore Drive, Long Beach, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2222 Sq. Ft.	$1,426,085

Address	Redfin Estimate
2935 Ridge Road, Long Beach, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2571 Sq. Ft.	$784,425
3001 Loma Portal Way, Long Beach, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1858 Sq. Ft.	$1,041,409

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