Escape to tranquility with this cozy 2-bedroom lakefront cottage, perfect for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike! Nestled on a quiet, picturesque lot, this peaceful retreat offers breathtaking water views and direct access to some of the best fishing around. Enjoy the bounty of nature right out your door with a thriving apple tree, peach trees, a strawberry patch and grapevines-perfect for fresh, homegrown treats. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a retirement retreat, or a year-round home, this charming lakefront cottage offers the perfect blend of peace, beauty, and nature's bounty. Don't miss this rare opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$207Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Tina Seniff• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
Bought with Tina Seniff• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
Escape to tranquility with this cozy 2-bedroom lakefront cottage, perfect for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike! Nestled on a quiet, picturesque lot, this peaceful retreat offers breathtaking water views and direct access to some of the best fishing around. Enjoy the bounty of nature right out your door with a thriving apple tree, peach trees, a strawberry patch and grapevines-perfect for fresh, homegrown treats. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a retirement retreat, or a year-round home, this charming lakefront cottage offers the perfect blend of peace, beauty, and nature's bounty. Don't miss this rare opportunity.
SW Michigan MLS #25013145
May 16, 2025
Sold
$175,000
$186/sq ft
May 15, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2025
Contingent
—
Apr 3, 2025
Listed
$171,000
$182/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70459799
May 16, 2025
Sold
$175,000
$186/sq ft
May 15, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2025
Contingent
—
Apr 3, 2025
Listed
$171,000
$182/sq ft
Escape to tranquility with this cozy 2-bedroom lakefront cottage, perfect for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike! Nestled on a quiet, picturesque lot, this peaceful retreat offers breathtaking water views and direct access to some of the best fishing around. Enjoy the bounty of nature right out your door with a thriving apple tree, peach trees, a strawberry patch and grapevines-perfect for fresh, homegrown treats. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a retirement retreat, or a year-round home, this charming lakefront cottage offers the perfect blend of peace, beauty, and nature's bounty. Don't miss this rare opportunity.
Greater Lansing AoR #70386919
Jul 20, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Apr 30, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2024
Price Changed
$164,900
$175/sq ft
Jan 20, 2024
Listed
$169,900
$181/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #1
Apr 29, 2024
Price Changed
$164,900
$175/sq ft
REALCOMP #62024004453
Apr 30, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2024
Price Changed
$164,900
$175/sq ft
Jan 20, 2024
Listed
$169,900
$181/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #18012120
May 31, 2018
Sold
$85,000
$90/sq ft
May 3, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2018
Contingent
—
Mar 28, 2018
Listed
$84,900
$90/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70013518
May 31, 2018
Sold
$85,000
$90/sq ft
Mar 28, 2018
Listed
$84,900
$90/sq ft
REALCOMP #68018012120
May 31, 2018
Sold
$85,000
$90/sq ft
Mar 28, 2018
Listed
$84,900
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$458 (−66.5%)
2024
$1,367 (+11.9%)
2023
$1,222 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,164 (+3.0%)
2021
$1,130 (+54.9%)
2020
$729 (−33.4%)
2019
$1,095 (+36.6%)
2018
$802 (−39.1%)
2016
$1,316 (+0.9%)
2015
$1,305 (−22.9%)
2013
$1,692
Tax history for 68437 Sweet Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$458 (−66.5%)
2024
$1,367 (+11.9%)
2023
$1,222 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,164 (+3.0%)
2021
$1,130 (+54.9%)
2020
$729 (−33.4%)
2019
$1,095 (+36.6%)
2018
$802 (−39.1%)
2016
$1,316 (+0.9%)
2015
$1,305 (−22.9%)
2013
$1,692
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
98 ft.
Lot depth
166 ft.
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
920
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Joseph County
APN
005 004 002 10
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Interior Features
Interior Features: LP Tank Rented
# of Rooms Total: 5
Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator
Window Features: Replacement
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Slab
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 11
Room Type: Dining Area
Room Length: 9
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 10
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 11
Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 14
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 10
Room Length: 10
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 33
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Width: 10
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Area Total: 940
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1940
Roof: Composition
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.37
Lot Size Area: 0.37
Lot Size Units: Acres
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Sweet Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 940.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,367.29
Tax Assessed Value: $42,362
Location
School Information
High School District: Sturgis
Location Information
Directions: US 12 North to Sweet Lake Road
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 920
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Joseph County
APN: 005 004 002 10
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Eastwood School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Sturgis Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
4/10
Sturgis High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
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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 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
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Historical weather
Sturgis, MI • 49091
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.4 hours in
June and 2.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.4 hrs
2.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$185,000 – $224,000
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