Welcome to your perfect lakeside escape on Messenger Lake! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the ideal blend of cozy charm and modern comfort, all set along the peaceful waterfront in Coldwater. Step inside to find a thoughtfully refreshed interior with inviting living spaces, perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. The open layout creates a bright, airy feel, while large windows bring in stunning lake views and natural light throughout. Enjoy morning coffee or evening sunsets right from your waterfront frontage, where you can swim, fish, kayak, or simply unwind by the water's edge. With direct access to Messenger Lake, this property is a true retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a slower pace. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, a year-round home, or an investment opportunity, this charming cottage delivers comfort, location, and lifestyle all in one. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of lakefront living!
Active
$319,000
185 Bluegill Ln, Coldwater, MI 49036
2beds
728sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$304,900 Zestimate®
$438/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Waterfront frontageThoughtfully refreshed interiorInviting living spaces
- 19 days |
- 1,055 |
- 31 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amber Modert 517-630-1858,
Case Realty Group 517-238-5588
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26015650
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: In Kitchen, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 728
- Total interior livable area: 728 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Messenger Lake
Lot
- Size: 3,920.4 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 07001920000509
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Coldwater
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $438/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $49,908
- Annual tax amount: $1,544
- Date on market: 4/15/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$304,900
$290,000 - $320,000
$1,078/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $319,000-0.3%$438/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $319,900+276.4%$439/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Sold | $85,000-14.1%$117/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/17/2018 | Price change | $99,000-9.2%$136/sqft |
Source: Sherry Haylett Homes and Recreational Properties #18025490 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $109,000$150/sqft |
Source: Sherry Haylett Homes and Recreational Properties #18025490 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,473 | $76,100 +7.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $70,900 +4.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $67,600 +24.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $54,300 +17% |
| 2021 | -- | $46,400 +101.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $23,000 -41.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $39,500 +14.5% |
| 2018 | -- | $34,500 -3.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $35,600 +11.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $31,800 +15.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $27,600 +8.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $25,500 +155% |
| 2013 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,000 -20% |
| 2010 | -- | $12,500 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,886/mo
Principal & interest
$1559
Property taxes
$327
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49036
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lakeland Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Legg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Coldwater High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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- Michigan
- Branch County
- Coldwater
- 49036
- 185 Bluegill Ln






