Welcome to the enchanting and iconic 'Butterfly House', offered for the first time ever, by its original owners. You will be instantly captivated by the amazing panoramic views of Lake Michigan, as you step into the timeless allure of this Mid-Century Modern classic home in the heart of Long Beach! The distinctive architectural design of Laurence L. Smith-Mielke & Smith features high ceilings, open spaces, expansive walls of windows and an oversized screened in porch to take in the beauty of the water and nature. With views from almost every room of the house, this retreat boasts over 3,400sf of stylish living space with plenty of storage and parking for 8+ cars, including rear street entry on desirable Ridge Road. All of this is situated on an oversized lot offering ample room for expansion & creativity. Whether you are looking for a year round peaceful retreat, summer getaway or entertainers delight, this unique property has it ALL! Hurry & schedule your personal showing today!
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$2,000,000
2965 Ridge Rd, Michigan City, IN 46360
4beds
3,475sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.55 Acres Lot
$2,106,100 Zestimate®
$576/sqft
$4,018 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,106,100
$1.87M - $2.38M
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Heart of long beachRear street entryDesirable ridge roadOversized screened in porchHigh ceilingsExpansive walls of windowsOpen spaces
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Listed by:
Kelly Gausselin,
@properties/Christie's Intl RE 219-874-7070
Bought with:
Elizabeth Roch, RB20000603
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 544474
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Area: 178.25
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Area: 184
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 12 x 16.5
Bedroom 4
- Area: 367.5
- Dimensions: 24.5 x 15
Bonus room
- Area: 362.5
- Dimensions: 25 x 14.5
Den
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Dining room
- Description: Breakfast Room
- Dimensions: 9 x 17
Kitchen
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Laundry
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Living room
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 22 x 16
Other
- Description: Screen Porch
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,475
- Total interior livable area: 3,475 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,123
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Gas Grill
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
- Frontage length: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 238
- Features: Lake on Lot, Landscaped, Paved, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 460114227031000023
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Long Beach Elysium Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Michigan City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $576/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $995,200
- Annual tax amount: $19,976
- Date on market: 2/15/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2024 | Sold | $2,000,000-4.8%$576/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #544474 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2024 | Contingent | $2,100,000$604/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #544474 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$604/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #544474 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,730 +10.2% | $1,215,200 +10.9% |
| 2024 | $19,718 -0.9% | $1,096,200 +11.2% |
| 2023 | $19,904 +29.2% | $985,900 -0.9% |
| 2022 | $15,400 | $995,200 +29.2% |
| 2021 | $15,400 +4.9% | $770,000 -31.7% |
| 2020 | $14,684 -0.2% | $1,126,600 +50.9% |
| 2019 | $14,714 -6.8% | $746,400 +1.8% |
| 2018 | $15,787 +5.8% | $733,300 -7.1% |
| 2017 | $14,924 +0.4% | $789,000 -1.1% |
| 2016 | $14,867 +5.8% | $797,800 -6.6% |
| 2014 | $14,055 +19.9% | $854,300 +47.9% |
| 2013 | $11,726 | $577,500 -16% |
| 2010 | -- | $687,900 +1.8% |
| 2006 | $9,045 | $675,600 +74% |
| 2005 | -- | $388,300 |
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Neighborhood: 46360
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Springfield Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 4.6 mi
- 5/10Martin T Krueger Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 3/10Michigan City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Hills Elementary
- Middle: Martin T Krueger Middle School
- High: Michigan City High School
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- La Porte County
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