18944 S Lakeside Rd, New Buffalo, MI 49117
What's special
Welcome to your own private retreat just minutes from Lake Michigan and downtown New Buffalo! This spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom farmhouse sits on 15 sprawling acres and offers the perfect blend of country charm and modern living. Enjoy peaceful mornings overlooking the massive private pond, or explore the endless possibilities offered by three huge outbuildings—ideal for storage, hobbies, a workshop, equipment, or even a small hobby farm. The home offers generous living space throughout, with room to spread out and make it your own. Located just a short drive to the shores of Lake Michigan, the shops and restaurants of downtown New Buffalo, and easy access for commuters, this property offers rare acreage and privacy without sacrificing convenience. Whether you're looking for a family homestead, weekend getaway, or a property with room to grow, 18944 S Lakeside Rd delivers space, versatility, and a truly special setting. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity in Berrien County! •Garage is 32'x 40' •Pole barn is 40'x64' with a 10 x64 covered porch. •Shop is 20x 30
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Jonathan Stowers 269-675-0215,
Epique Realty 248-218-2604
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, None, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,359
- Total interior livable area: 3,214 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 855
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Body of water: Private Pond
Lot
- Size: 15.1 Acres
- Dimensions: 1041 x 986 x 493 x 406 x 191 x 308 x 445
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Pole Barn
- Parcel number: 111301180006159
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $95,324
- Annual tax amount: $1,876
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Pending sale | $899,000$280/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26048312 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+1845.9%$280/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26048312 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/1992 | Sold | $46,200$14/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,822 +4.8% | $412,900 -5.1% |
| 2024 | $1,739 | $435,100 +54.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $282,200 -4.2% |
| 2022 | $1,596 | $294,500 +11% |
| 2021 | -- | $265,400 -1% |
| 2020 | $1,545 +2.4% | $268,100 -7.9% |
| 2019 | $1,509 -5.1% | $291,200 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $1,589 +10.8% | $270,900 -0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,434 -0.5% | $272,800 -1.3% |
| 2016 | $1,441 +26.1% | $276,300 -0.9% |
| 2015 | $1,142 | $278,900 +3.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $269,100 -0.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $269,700 -13.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $313,100 +344.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $70,400 +7.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $65,500 -15.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $77,200 -6% |
| 2008 | -- | $82,100 +7.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,200 +13.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $67,346 -22.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $86,900 +13.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $76,400 -13.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,400 +21.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,000 -2.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $74,900 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$682,300
$464,000 - $935,000
Not available
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