Your Dream of an Affordable Lake House in West Michigan Starts Here! Welcome to 7840 Forest Beach Road in Watervliet; an updated gem located just across the street from beautiful, all-sports Lake Paw Paw. Enjoy partial lake views from the sunroom and main living area, and savor lake life without the waterfront price.
This property is a true outdoor oasis, featuring a tranquil koi pond, a full acre of land, and a newly fenced-in backyard; ideal for entertaining, pets, or simply relaxing in nature.
Inside, the home is completely updated with modern finishes and thoughtful design touches: modern concrete countertops and a butcher block island, stainless steel appliances, white subway tile backsplash, easy-care vinyl plank flooring throughout and a spacious walk-in shower - all with loads of charm and character.
Public lake access is just a short walk down the street, with a public dock only minutes away. Lake Paw Paw is ideal for boating, fishing, and swimming. No HOA. Short-term rental potential in this desirable area.
Conveniently located just a short drive from the best of West Michigan’s charming small towns, this home offers the perfect mix of comfort, style, and location.
Sold for $248,370
$248,370
7840 Forest Beach Rd, Watervliet, MI 49098
2beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
1 Acres Lot
$261,000 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$1,378 Estimated rent
Home value
$261,000
$224,000 - $303,000
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Butcher block islandNewly fenced-in backyardFull acre of landPartial lake viewsSpacious walk-in showerTranquil koi pondEasy-care vinyl plank flooring
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Listed by:
Valarie Arington 734-366-6992,
Century 21 Curran & Oberski,
Mark Depowski 313-475-2600,
Century 21 Curran & Oberski
Bought with:
Molly Nate, 6501341399
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251016467
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 8 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11 X 17
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Mud room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 133
- Dimensions: 7 X 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: One Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 130 x 330
Details
- Parcel number: 112100220013003
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Watervliet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $77,805
- Annual tax amount: $3,679
- Date on market: 7/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $248,370-2.6%$216/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $254,900-2%$221/sqft |
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| 7/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $260,000+26.8%$226/sqft |
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| 12/19/2022 | Sold | $205,000+4.1%$178/sqft |
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| 12/1/2022 | Pending sale | $197,000$171/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $197,000+36.8%$171/sqft |
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| 10/15/2019 | Sold | $144,000-3.4%$125/sqft |
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| 9/25/2019 | Pending sale | $149,000$129/sqft |
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| 9/18/2019 | Price change | $149,000-2%$129/sqft |
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| 9/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $152,000+137.5%$132/sqft |
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| 7/2/2019 | Sold | $64,000-9.9%$56/sqft |
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| 6/20/2019 | Pending sale | $71,000$62/sqft |
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| 6/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $71,000$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,679 +4.3% | $106,400 +12% |
| 2024 | $3,526 | $95,000 +28.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $74,100 +6.8% |
| 2022 | $2,250 | $69,400 -7.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $74,800 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $1,469 +2.4% | $74,100 +92.5% |
| 2019 | $1,435 -1.3% | $38,500 +1% |
| 2018 | $1,454 +68.4% | $38,100 -1.8% |
| 2017 | $863 -1.4% | $38,800 +33.8% |
| 2016 | $875 +74.5% | $29,000 -0.3% |
| 2015 | $502 | $29,100 -7.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $31,600 +10.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $28,700 -10.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $32,100 -5.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,000 -15.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $40,300 +5.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,100 +5.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $36,000 +13.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $31,700 -3.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,000 +6.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $31,100 +5.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $29,500 +8.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $27,300 +5.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $25,900 |
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Neighborhood: 49098
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- 6/10North Elementary SchoolGrades: PK,3-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Watervliet Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Watervliet Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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