Welcome to this affordable bungalow on the channel of Magician Lake, offering 41 feet of private frontage. Ideally located just a few homes from the mouth of the lake, this charming cottage features scenic water views from the lakefront deck with boat docking. Compact and full of character, this cottage features beautiful knotty pine throughout. A gas and/or wood-burning fireplace serves as the focal point of the open living, kitchen, and snack bar, creating a warm and inviting space. There are two bedrooms and a full bath with a cozy sitting area overlooking the water. Public sewer, natural gas, window air conditioning. There is 56 feet of road frontage and a garden shed. This charming lake home offers a warm lodge-style feel throughout. Magician Lake is a 528 acre premier all sport lake in the resort area of Sister Lakes, Michigan. The Lake Life is fabulous, but Sister Lakes has much more to offer. Taste the freshest produce from the local produce stands. Sample beers at our new breweries. Take a wine tour. SW Michigan offers 30 different venues. Great golf courses are just around the corner. Winter enjoyment, too, with miles of snowmobile trails and ice fishing. Sister Lakes is less than two hours from Chicago and just over 30 minutes from Notre Dame.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
3,553 sq ftLot Size
$486Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Tim Mitchell• Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Bought with Tim Mitchell• Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Est. $1,592 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 50705 W Bay Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 17, 2026
Sold
$298,150
$442/sq ft
REALCOMP #69026024833
Jun 17, 2026
Sold
$328,150
$486/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Contingent
—
May 26, 2026
Listed
$329,900
$489/sq ft
Welcome to this affordable bungalow on the channel of Magician Lake, offering 41 feet of private frontage. Ideally located just a few homes from the mouth of the lake, this charming cottage features scenic water views from the lakefront deck with boat docking. Compact and full of character, this cottage features beautiful knotty pine throughout. A gas and/or wood-burning fireplace serves as the focal point of the open living, kitchen, and snack bar, creating a warm and inviting space. There are two bedrooms and a full bath with a cozy sitting area overlooking the water. Public sewer, natural gas, window air conditioning. There is 56 feet of road frontage and a garden shed. This charming lake home offers a warm lodge-style feel throughout. Magician Lake is a 528 acre premier all sport lake in the resort area of Sister Lakes, Michigan. The Lake Life is fabulous, but Sister Lakes has much more to offer. Taste the freshest produce from the local produce stands. Sample beers at our new breweries. Take a wine tour. SW Michigan offers 30 different venues. Great golf courses are just around the corner. Winter enjoyment, too, with miles of snowmobile trails and ice fishing. Sister Lakes is less than two hours from Chicago and just over 30 minutes from Notre Dame.
SW Michigan MLS #26024833
Jun 17, 2026
Sold
$328,150
$486/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Contingent
—
May 26, 2026
Listed
$329,900
$489/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70534509
Jun 17, 2026
Sold
$328,150
$486/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Contingent
—
May 26, 2026
Listed
$329,900
$489/sq ft
Welcome to this affordable bungalow on the channel of Magician Lake, offering 41 feet of private frontage. Ideally located just a few homes from the mouth of the lake, this charming cottage features scenic water views from the lakefront deck with boat docking. Compact and full of character, this cottage features beautiful knotty pine throughout. A gas and/or wood-burning fireplace serves as the focal point of the open living, kitchen, and snack bar, creating a warm and inviting space. There are two bedrooms and a full bath with a cozy sitting area overlooking the water. Public sewer, natural gas, window air conditioning. There is 56 feet of road frontage and a garden shed. This charming lake home offers a warm lodge-style feel throughout.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,147 (+2.1%)
2024
$1,123 (+2.7%)
2023
$1,093 (+4.3%)
2022
$1,048 (+2.6%)
2021
$1,021 (+348.2%)
2020
$228 (−76.6%)
2019
$975 (+2.3%)
2018
$953 (+4.2%)
2017
$914 (+1.7%)
2016
$899 (+21.3%)
2015
$741 (−11.4%)
2014
$836
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,553 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
675
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cass County
APN
14-130-260-004-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Space Heater
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 6
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
Window Features: Replacement
Room Information
Basement: Slab
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 6
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 9
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 8
Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 12
Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 15
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 9
Room Length: 11
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 10
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Width: 9
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 5
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 675
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1947
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.08
Lot Size Area: 0.08
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Magician Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 675.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,147
Tax Assessed Value: $25,973
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Location
School Information
High School District: Dowagiac
Location Information
Directions: M-152 to NE on West Bay
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 675
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,553 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Cass County
APN: 14-130-260-004-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sister Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
Dowagiac Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.6mi
7/10
Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.8mi
6/10
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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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dowagiac, MI • 49047
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
5.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$264,000 – $320,000
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