Welcome to Christie Lake -- a clear, spring-fed, all-sports lake known for its quiet shoreline, low turnover, and timeless Michigan charm. This 3 bedroom cottage sits just steps from the water with 36 feet of private frontage, offering an affordable and highly sought-after entry point into one of Van Buren County's most desirable lake communities. The home is comfortable as-is, with the flexibility for future updates or expansion. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, a family lake house, or a renovation-ready property with strong long-term value, this location delivers. Opportunities at this price point on Christie Lake are exceptionally rare -- and when they come to market, they don't last.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$365Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Wayne Ryan• McKinnies Realty
Bought with Allexia Money• D Mottl Realty Group LLC
Est. $2,024 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 48168 70th Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #69026015741
Jul 15, 2026
Sold
$388,000
$365/sq ft
Jun 21, 2026
Pending
—
May 20, 2026
Price Changed
$398,900
$376/sq ft
May 3, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 22, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2026
Listed
$419,900
$395/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #26015741
Jul 15, 2026
Sold
$388,000
$365/sq ft
Jun 21, 2026
Pending
—
May 20, 2026
Price Changed
$398,900
$376/sq ft
May 3, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 22, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2026
Listed
$419,900
$395/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70525423
Jul 15, 2026
Sold
$388,000
$365/sq ft
Jun 21, 2026
Pending
—
May 20, 2026
Price Changed
$398,900
$376/sq ft
May 3, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 22, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2026
Listed
$419,900
$395/sq ft
Welcome to Christie Lake -- a clear, spring-fed, all-sports lake known for its quiet shoreline, low turnover, and timeless Michigan charm. This 3 bedroom cottage sits just steps from the water with 36 feet of private frontage, offering an affordable and highly sought-after entry point into one of Van Buren County's most desirable lake communities. The home is comfortable as-is, with the flexibility for future updates or expansion. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, a family lake house, or a renovation-ready property with strong long-term value, this location delivers. Opportunities at this price point on Christie Lake are exceptionally rare -- and when they come to market, they don't last.
Public Records
Feb 12, 2014
Sold
$103,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,437 (+2.6%)
2024
$4,325 (+7.6%)
2023
$4,020 (+5.0%)
2022
$3,828 (+4.4%)
2021
$3,668
2020
$3,669 (−6.8%)
2019
$3,936 (−1.0%)
2018
$3,974 (−7.1%)
2017
$4,277 (+0.8%)
2016
$4,245 (+6.5%)
2014
$3,987
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
225 ft.
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,062
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Van Buren County
APN
80-13-186-019-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Other
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 8
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Washer
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 20
Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 12
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 25
Room Width: 12
Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 12
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 91
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 6
Room Length: 9
Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 6
Room Type: Laundry
Room Width: 5
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Length: 9
Room Width: 7
Room 7 Information
Room Width: 20
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Length: 21
Room 8 Information
Room Length: 10
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Width: 9
Room 9 Information
Room Length: 8
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Width: 7
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Traditional
Building Area Total: 1,062
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1938
Roof: Asphalt
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.27
Lot Size Area: 0.27
Lot Size Units: Acres
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Christie Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1062.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $4,325
Tax Assessed Value: $83,014
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Electric Water Heater
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal
Has Association
School Information
High School District: Lawrence
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Decatur, take M-51 south to Territorial Road and turn west. Continue approximately 2.5 miles to Hill Avenue, then north to 70th Street. Follow 70th east toward Christie Lake--property on lake side near intersection of 70th and Hill Avenue
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,062
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Van Buren County
APN: 80-13-186-019-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lawrence Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 4.4mi
2/10
Lawrence Jr/Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
3/10
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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, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Decatur, MI • 49045
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$354,000 – $429,000
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