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    226 S Chicago St, New Buffalo, MI 49117

    4beds
    1,596sqft
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    $3,472/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $505,800 Zestimate®
    $335/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New laundry areaSpacious open-concept floor planUpdated cabinetry
    City of New Buffalo, about one mile from downtown and the beach, this thoughtfully, efficiently, beautifully renovated ranch offers comfort, style, and convenience. Extensively remodeled from top to bottom, the home now features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and approximately 1,800square feet of living space. The spacious open-concept floor plan showcases a brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, and seamless flow into the living and dining areas. Improvements include a new laundry area, updated electrical and plumbing systems, and the addition of a fourth bedroom and second full bath. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard with plenty of room for a future pool. The attached garage offersspace for 2+ vehicles with tandem parking potential and could even be adapted to include a summer room or poolside entertaining space. This home is located near New Buffalo Elementary School, downtown shops and restaurants, the Marina, Lake Michigan beaches and Parks! Open House/Broker Tour Sat July 25, 2026-Light Bites from Angela's Provisions and Sips at 226 S Chicago St New Buffalo! Please park either on Detroit St with curb opposite mailboxes or on S Chicago, not in grass. Extensive Remodel! Room for pool and summer room! Beautifully furnished by Imperial Furniture of Dowagiac! Noon to 3 pm est/MI time.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Laura J Davis 269-876-9497,

    Coldwell Banker Realty 269-469-3950

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26038387MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: NW-Barndoor-Ensuite w/JacknJill to hall
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 127.2
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.60
      Bedroom 2
      • Description: Large Bedroom w/Egress
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 114.4
      • Dimensions: 10.40 x 11.00
      Bedroom 3
      • Description: NE
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 101.85
      • Dimensions: 9.70 x 10.50
      Bedroom 4
      • Description: E
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 90.48
      • Dimensions: 8.70 x 10.40
      Primary bathroom
      • Description: JacknJill/Dble Sinks/Tub-Shower
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 60
      • Dimensions: 5.00 x 12.00
      Bathroom 2
      • Description: Full bath added
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 54
      • Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
      Dining area
      • Description: Open to basement staircase
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Description: Open Concept Kitchen/Dining
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 197.16
      • Dimensions: 12.40 x 15.90
      Laundry
      • Description: Next to bath, new W/D
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 33.8
      • Dimensions: 6.50 x 5.20
      Living room
      • Description: Open w/garage Entry
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 175.2
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 14.60
      Other
      • Description: Hallway
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Description: Make an office/play/Study
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 101.68
      • Dimensions: 12.40 x 8.20
      Other
      • Description: Attached 2 +garage
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 900
      • Dimensions: 50.00 x 18.00
      Recreation
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 252.72
      • Dimensions: 10.80 x 23.40
      Utility room
      • Description: Mechanical room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 179.55
      • Dimensions: 17.10 x 10.50
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Other, Vinyl
      • Windows: Replacement
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 900
      • Total interior livable area: 1,596 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 696

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Tandem, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
      • Garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Fencing: Chain Link
      • Waterfront features: Lake
      • Body of water: Lake Michigan
      Lot
      • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 66 x 132 more or less
      • Features: Level, Sidewalk, Wooded, Shrubs/Hedges
      Details
      • Parcel number: 116282700025007

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1958

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Virginia Add
      Location
      • Region: New Buffalo

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $335/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $79,881
      • Annual tax amount: $3,818
      • Date on market: 7/24/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $505,800

        $481,000 - $531,000

        $2,665/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/24/2026Listed for sale$534,900+435.4%$335/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #26038387 Report a problem
        2/29/2016Sold$99,900$63/sqft
        Source: MichRIC #16006411 Report a problem
        2/18/2016Listed for sale$99,900$63/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - New Buffalo #16006411 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,551 +4.3%$135,400 -3.6%
        2024$3,406 $140,400 +38.7%
        2023-- $101,200 +8.1%
        2022$3,188 $93,600 -1.2%
        2021-- $94,700 +15.9%
        2020$3,077 +2.4%$81,700 +13.2%
        2019$3,005 -5.2%$72,200 +12.3%
        2018$3,169 +121.3%$64,300 -2.1%
        2017$1,432 -0.6%$65,700 -1.4%
        2016$1,441 +32.4%$66,600 +22%
        2015$1,088 $54,600 -1.8%
        2014-- $55,600 -0.5%
        2013-- $55,900 -7.8%
        2012-- $60,600 -1.8%
        2011-- $61,700 +12.6%
        2010-- $54,800 -25.3%
        2009-- $73,400 +1.2%
        2008-- $72,500 -1%
        2007-- $73,200 -1.2%
        2006-- $74,100 +43.1%
        2005-- $51,800 +10.9%
        2004-- $46,700 +1.7%
        2003-- $45,900 +15.6%
        2002-- $39,710 +10%
        2001-- $36,100
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 49117

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        53 / 100
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