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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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 48168 70th Ave
General
- Price: $398,900
- Taxes: $4,325
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26015741
- Updated: 5/22/2026
- Added to Site: 30 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Appliances: Dryer, Range, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
Location
- County: Van Buren
- Cross Streets: Territorial Rd. / Hill Ave.
- Driving 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
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Snow Removal
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Other
Utilities
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,062
- Living Area: 1,062 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1938
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,975
- Lot Dimensions: irregular
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $4,325
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: 463-D19 36-3-15 1597-520 1643-1 * LOT 19 ASSESSOR'S PLAT OF ROSE'S LANDING TWO *** SPLIT ON 27 DECEMBER 2012 FROM 80-13-036-001-00 FOR 2013.
- Property ID: 80-13-186-019-00
Listed by McKinnies Realty, Wayne Ryan
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Schools
Schools serving 48168 70th Ave
School District:Lawrence Public School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lawrence Elementary School 714 West Saint Joseph Street, Lawrence, MI 49064 | K-6 | 4.5 mi |
Lawrence Jr/Sr High School 650 West Saint Joseph Street, Lawrence, MI 49064 | 7-12 | 4.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 48168 70th Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/20/2026
Price Reduced
$398,900
-5%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$419,900
307.67%
MLS
1/17/2014
Sold
$103,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 48168 70th Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,325
18%
$113,300
17%
2020
$3,669
—
$97,000
9%
2020
$3,669
—
$89,100
15%
2020
$3,669
-50%
$77,200
5%
2020
$7,338
100%
$73,200
—
2019
100%
$73,200
-7%
2019
100%
$78,500
—
2010
-100%
$78,600
-6%
2017
$2,563
3%
$83,700
-5%
2016
$2,478
50%
$88,100
—
2015
$1,656
—
$88,100
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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48168 70th Avenue, Decatur, MI 49045 (MLS# 26015741) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 48168 70th Avenue is currently listed for $398,900 and was received on May 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 48168 70th Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Decatur? You can browse all Decatur real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

