Still Time to Enjoy Lake Life This Summer! Welcome to this adorable lake cottage on beautiful Barry Lake in Reading! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, this charming retreat sits on a desirable 5-lake chain, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and summer fun. Start your mornings with a cup of coffee on the deck as you watch the sunrise sparkle across the water. Then spend your afternoons cruising the lake on your pontoon, swimming, or simply soaking up the peaceful waterfront atmosphere. Need space for all your lake toys? The oversized garage provides plenty of room for your pontoon, kayaks, fishing gear, and more. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, summer retreat, or year-round lake home, this property is ready for you to start making memories. Don't let this opportunity slip away--your lake life dream awaits!
Est. $1,655 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5428 Ridge Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SW Michigan MLS #26031676
Aug 19, 2026
Sold
$150,000
$124/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 1, 2026
Price Changed
$179,900
$148/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$156/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70541363
Aug 19, 2026
Sold
$150,000
$124/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2026
Price Changed
$179,900
$148/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$156/sq ft
Still Time to Enjoy Lake Life This Summer! Welcome to this adorable lake cottage on beautiful Barry Lake in Reading! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, this charming retreat sits on a desirable 5-lake chain, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and summer fun. Start your mornings with a cup of coffee on the deck as you watch the sunrise sparkle across the water. Then spend your afternoons cruising the lake on your pontoon, swimming, or simply soaking up the peaceful waterfront atmosphere. Need space for all your lake toys? The oversized garage provides plenty of room for your pontoon, kayaks, fishing gear, and more. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, summer retreat, or year-round lake home, this property is ready for you to start making memories. Don't let this opportunity slip away--your lake life dream awaits!
REALCOMP #53026031676
Aug 19, 2026
Sold
$150,000
$124/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 1, 2026
Price Changed
$179,900
$148/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$156/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 23, 2016
Sold
$95,100
$78/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21172711
Sep 21, 2016
Sold
$95,000
$78/sq ft
Jul 8, 2016
Price Changed
$95,000
$78/sq ft
Jul 8, 2016
Relisted
—
Jul 6, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 6, 2016
Listed
$98,000
$81/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #16027961
Sep 21, 2016
Sold
$95,000
$78/sq ft
Jul 8, 2016
Price Changed
$95,000
$78/sq ft
Jun 6, 2016
Listed
$98,000
$81/sq ft
REALCOMP #53016027961
Sep 21, 2016
Sold
$95,000
$78/sq ft
Jun 2, 2016
Listed
$95,000
$78/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #12688
Dec 20, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2001
Listed
$98,500
$81/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #12689
Dec 20, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2001
Listed
$98,500
$81/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #13851
Jan 4, 2003
Sold
$85,000
$70/sq ft
Apr 15, 2002
Listed
$89,900
$74/sq ft
REALCOMP #53000013851
Jan 4, 2003
Sold
$85,000
$70/sq ft
Apr 15, 2002
Listed
$89,900
$74/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20331006
Apr 15, 2002
Listed
$89,900
$74/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20333344
Feb 28, 2002
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2001
Listed
$98,500
$81/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20333345
Feb 28, 2002
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2001
Listed
$98,500
$81/sq ft
REALCOMP #53000012688
May 28, 2001
Listed
$98,500
$81/sq ft
REALCOMP #53000012689
May 28, 2001
Listed
$98,500
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$469 (+7.7%)
2023
$436 (−53.8%)
2020
$942 (+3.9%)
2019
$907 (+5.4%)
2016
$860 (−42.3%)
2015
$1,491 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,468 (+3.8%)
2013
$1,414
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,429 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
696
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsdale County
APN
10 160 001 023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Wall Furnace
Interior Features
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
# of Rooms Total: 7
Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 13
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 15
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 29
Room Width: 10
Room Description: Formal
Room Type: Living Room
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 5
Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room Length: 7
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 18
Room Length: 13
Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 3
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Width: 5
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Length: 13
Room Width: 10
Room 7 Information
Room Width: 12
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Length: 15
Room 8 Information
Room Length: 15
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Width: 11
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 15 Information
Room Type: Other
Room 16 Information
Room Type: Other
Room 17 Information
Room Type: Other
Room 18 Information
Room Type: Other
Room 19 Information
Room Type: Other
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,214
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1950
Roof: Composition, Metal
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Lot Size Area: 0.24
Lot Size Units: Acres
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Berry Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1214.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Assessed Value: $44,143
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Electric Water Heater
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
School Information
High School District: Reading
Location Information
Directions: Long Lake Rd to Ridge Drive
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 696
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,429 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hillsdale County
APN: 10 160 001 023
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Reynolds Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.5mi
6/10
Reading High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
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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 98° expected this year, 16 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, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Reading, MI • 49274
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.3 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$171,000 – $206,000
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