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4539 S Lakeshore Drive

Ludington, MI 49431

$1,099,000 $4,633/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

4,005

Sqft

5.30

Acres(Lot)

Description

LAKE MICHIGAN ESTATE WITH HISTORY & HORIZON VIEWS - Rarely does a property of this caliber and historical significance come to market. Set on 5.3 wooded, rolling acres between Ludington and Pentwater, this remarkable 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, high-bluff estate offers 362 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage, panoramic sunset views, and exceptional privacy. The home was originally built in 1910 neighboring the site of the 1850's ''Trappers Cabin'' - whose foundation remains visible - the home blends rich local history with timeless craftsmanship. The 3-story residence features 4,005 square feet of above-grade living space, highlighted by soaring ceilings, expansive windows, original hardwood floors and woodwork, and unique historical details throughout. Ascend the original staircase to fin d three expansive bedrooms and the original servants' (pickers) quarters - with some of their names still etched in the chimney brickwork. There is plumbing already in place to turn the currently used storage space into a 4th bathroom, if desired. Then follow the spiral stairs even higher to ''The Lookout.'' This third-story attic space has been transformed into a stunning recreation room featuring exposed beams and custom track lighting. Beyond its historic charm, the estate presents outstanding future potential. The rolling, buildable topography and generous frontage may lend themselves to a future land division or legacy compound. Complete with an easy access 1,456 sq ft basement, 2-car attached garage, workshop/utility shed with electric, and significant infrastructure updates including a new septic system and drain field (2010), roof replacement (2015), 95-foot well installation (2017), updated electrical service (2022), and a new 3-zone hot water combo heating system (2024), this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Lake Michigan history.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,099,000

AD Id : 84743583

MLS Id : 26029161

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 5.30 Acres

Living Area Size : 4,005

Year Built : 1910

County : Mason

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Bedroom Information

Total Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

Water/Sewer

Water BodyName: Lake Michigan Sewer: Septic Tank

Room Information

Other Rooms: 17
Flooring Information

Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Roofing Information

Composition, Shingle
Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Composition, Shingle Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Hot Water Water front: Yes WaterSource: Well
Fireplace

Number of Fireplaces: 0 Fireplace Features: 0

Building Information

Year Built: 1910 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Security System: Security System Basement: Full Roof: Composition, Shingle
Exterior Features

Porch: Covered, Porch(es)
Road Types

Paved
Fencing

Chain Link
Laundry Features

Laundry Room, Main Level

Patio And Porch

Covered, Porch(es)

Fencing

Chain Link

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 362 x 697 Lot Description: Recreational, Wooded Lot Size Area: 5.3 Acres Lot Square Feet: 230,868 Waterfront: Lake Stories: 3 Main Square Feet: 4005

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Victorian SQ ft (Living Area): 4,005 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Property Age: 116

Listing Price Information

Listing Id: 26029161 ist Price: $1,099,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $274 Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Listing Information

Possession: Close Plus 30 Days

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 53-014-114-006-00 / 53-014-114-002-35 Annual Tax: $9,891 Tax Year: 2026 Taxes: Lengthy legal attached in documents.

Parking Information

# of Garage Spaces: 2 Has Garage: Yes Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener

School Information

Elementary School: Ludington Elementary School

Elementary School District:

Junior High School: Oj Dejonge Middle School

Senior High School: Ludington High School

Senior High School District: Ludington
Utility Information

Phone Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet
Location Information

Direction: From US 10 to S Pere Marquette Hwy, South on Pere Marquette Hwy to W Chauvez Rd, West on Chauvez Rd to S Lakeshore Dr, South on Lakeshore Dr to property on West side of road.

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