Completely updated Mountain Beach Cottage! This gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home is on the channel, with access to 1200 feet of Lake Michigan lakefront. Main floor has open floor plan giving a bright airy feel overlooking the water. The kitchen has large center island perfect for additional seating and entertaining. Updated paint, flooring and fixtures throughout - this home is move-in ready. Stainless steel appliances including gas range, microwave, dishwasher, and side by side refrigerator surrounded by pristine white cabinetry create an inviting space to welcome guests. Two bedrooms offer comfortable spaces for sleeping and relaxing. A unique spiral staircase provides access to the upper level of the home. This beach home is located in the gated Mountain Beach community. Boat slips are available for additional fees.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
2,919 sq ftLot Size
$512Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jim and Bernie Team Wiersma• Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
Listed by The Jim and Bernie Team Merkle• Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
Bought with Taylor Koning• Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
Completely updated Mountain Beach Cottage! This gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home is on the channel, with access to 1200 feet of Lake Michigan lakefront. Main floor has open floor plan giving a bright airy feel overlooking the water. The kitchen has large center island perfect for additional seating and entertaining. Updated paint, flooring and fixtures throughout - this home is move-in ready. Stainless steel appliances including gas range, microwave, dishwasher, and side by side refrigerator surrounded by pristine white cabinetry create an inviting space to welcome guests. Two bedrooms offer comfortable spaces for sleeping and relaxing. A unique spiral staircase provides access to the upper level of the home. This beach home is located in the gated Mountain Beach community.
REALCOMP #71019056272
Mar 31, 2020
Sold
$510,000
$329/sq ft
Nov 26, 2019
Listed
$589,900
$380/sq ft
Completely updated Mountain Beach Cottage! This gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home is on the channel, with access to 1200 feet of Lake Michigan lakefront. Main floor has open floor plan giving a bright airy feel overlooking the water. The kitchen has large center island perfect for additional seating and entertaining. Updated paint, flooring and fixtures throughout - this home is move-in ready. Stainless steel appliances including gas range, microwave, dishwasher, and side by side refrigerator surrounded by pristine white cabinetry create an inviting space to welcome guests. Two bedrooms offer comfortable spaces for sleeping and relaxing. A unique spiral staircase provides access to the upper level of the home. This beach home is located in the gated Mountain Beach community. Boat slips are available for additional fees.
SW Michigan MLS #2942472
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2009
Listed
$465,000
$300/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #3153729
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2009
Listed
$465,000
$300/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #3129520
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 20, 2008
Listed
$540,000
$348/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2905468
Sep 25, 2014
Listing Removed
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Nov 20, 2008
Listed
$540,000
$348/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #10034681
Oct 22, 2010
Sold
$380,000
$245/sq ft
Jul 20, 2010
Listed
$390,000
$251/sq ft
REALCOMP #71010034681
Oct 22, 2010
Sold
$380,000
$245/sq ft
Jul 20, 2010
Listed
$390,000
$251/sq ft
REALCOMP #71002942472
Apr 20, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2009
Listed
$465,000
$300/sq ft
REALCOMP #65003153729
Oct 20, 2009
Listed
$465,000
$300/sq ft
REALCOMP #71002905468
May 20, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Nov 20, 2008
Listed
$540,000
$348/sq ft
REALCOMP #65003129520
May 20, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Nov 20, 2008
Listed
$540,000
$348/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,415 (+5.3%)
2024
$8,944 (+74.6%)
2023
$5,123 (−3.0%)
2022
$5,282 (+3.8%)
2021
$5,089 (+0.5%)
2020
$5,065 (−40.7%)
2019
$8,537
Tax history for 17397 Lake Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,415 (+5.3%)
2024
$8,944 (+74.6%)
2023
$5,123 (−3.0%)
2022
$5,282 (+3.8%)
2021
$5,089 (+0.5%)
2020
$5,065 (−40.7%)
2019
$8,537
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
35 ft.
Lot depth
84 ft.
Lot size
2,884 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,552
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ottawa County
APN
70-11-16-337-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The R-1 Single-Family Residential District is intended to provide for an environment of predominantly low to moderate-Density Single-Family Dwellings along with other residentiallyrelated facilities to serve the residents in the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Cemetery
Park & open space
Nov 15, 2021 • Final
Building
Addition
Sep 27, 2021 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 6
Room Information
Basement: Slab
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,552
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1930
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.07
Lot Size Area: 0.07
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1552.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $8,437
Tax Assessed Value: $198,800
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 500.0
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Has Association
School Information
High School District: Grand Haven
Location Information
Directions: US 31 to Croswell, west to Olive Shores Ave, follow south to Margaret, to gate, then follow Margaret until it turns to Lake.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,552
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2,884 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Ottawa County
APN: 70-11-16-337-002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rosy Mound School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 8.4mi
7/10
White Pines Intermediate School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 10.0mi
9/10
Grand Haven High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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West Olive, MI • 49460
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$756,000 – $915,000
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