$419,900
Decatur, MI 49045
MLS# 26015741
3 beds | 1 baths | 1062 sqft
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Property Description
Welcome to Christie Lake -- a clear, spring-fed, all-sports lake known for its quiet shoreline, low turnover, and timeless Michigan charm. This 3 bedroom cottage sits just steps from the water with 36 feet of private frontage, offering an affordable and highly sought-after entry point into one of Van Buren County's most desirable lake communities. The home is comfortable as-is, with the flexibility for future updates or expansion. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, a family lake house, or a renovation-ready property with strong long-term value, this location delivers. Opportunities at this price point on Christie Lake are exceptionally rare -- and when they come to market, they don't last.
Details
Location Property Info
County: Van Buren
Street #: 48168
Street Name: 70th
Suffix: Avenue
State: MI
Zip Code: 49045
Zip (4): 9146
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Price: $419,900
Current Price: $419,900
Listing Date: 2026-04-16
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.27
Lot Square Footage: 11975
Lot Dimensions: irregular
Year Built: 1938
Road Frontage: 49
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Fireplace: No
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 8
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1062
SqFt Above Grade: 1062
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 420
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 146
Building Total SqFt: 1062
Total Beds Above Grade: 2
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 1
Total Baths: 1
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 2
School District: Lawrence
Elementary School: Lawrence Elementary School
Middle School: Lawrence Jr/Sr High School
High School: Lawrence Jr/Sr High School
Association YN: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: Christie Lake
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: Christie Lake
Tax Info
Tax ID #: 80-13-186-019-00
Taxable Value: 83014
SEV: 113300
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 4325
Tax Year: 2025
Spec Assessment & Type: none
Remarks Misc
Directions: From downtown Decatur, take M-51 south to Territorial Road and turn west. Continue approximately 2.5 miles to Hill Avenue, then north to 70th Street. Follow 70th east toward Christie Lake--property on lake side near intersection of 70th and Hill Avenue
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 49
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Total Baths Above Grade: 1
Main Rooms
Main Bedrooms: 2
Main Full Baths: 1
Main Level SQFT: 1062
Property Features
Water Type: Lake
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Upper Level; Washer Hookup
Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
Roofing: Asphalt
Substructure: Walk-Out Access
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Well
Appliances: Dryer; Range; Washer
Heat Source: Electric
Heat Type: Forced Air; Other
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Water Heater: Electric
Flooring: Carpet; Linoleum
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Parking Features: Detached; Garage Door Opener
Architectural Style: Traditional
Driveway: Gravel
Street Type: Dirt; Private
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Sale Conditions: None
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Length | Width | Level | Width |
| Living Room | 12.00 | 12.00 | 20.00 | Main | 20.00 |
| Dining Area | 25.00 | 25.00 | 12.00 | Main | 12.00 |
| Kitchen | 91.00 | 91.00 | 12.00 | Main | 12.00 |
| Bathroom 1 | 9.00 | 9.00 | 6.00 | Main | 6.00 |
| Laundry | 6.00 | 6.00 | 5.00 | Main | 5.00 |
| Bedroom 2 | 9.00 | 9.00 | 7.00 | Main | 7.00 |
| Bonus Room | 21.00 | 21.00 | 20.00 | Lower | 20.00 |
| Utility Room | 10.00 | 10.00 | 9.00 | Lower | 9.00 |
| Utility Room | 8.00 | 8.00 | 7.00 | Lower | 7.00 |
Listing Office: McKinnies Realty
Listing Agent: Wayne Ryan
Last Updated: April - 16 - 2026
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