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Property Description
Corner Lot. Prime Location. Endless Vision. Located in the heart of Ludington's vibrant waterfront district, this vacant parcel offers an exciting opportunity in the growing South James Street Maritime District. This prime corner lot is just one block from the marina and moments from downtown shopping, restaurants, breweries, Waterfront Park, and Lake Michigan beaches. Zoned F-DC (Form-Based Downtown Core), the property supports a wide range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use possibilities within one of Ludington's most walkable and rapidly evolving areas. Ideal for investors, developers, or visionaries looking to be part of Ludington's continued growth, this parcel offers the flexibility to bring a variety of concepts to life. With the potential for a future multi-story project designed to capture marina, downtown, and SS Badger views, this is a rare opportunity to create something truly special along Ludington's waterfront corridor.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 603 S James St
General
- Price: $195,000
- Taxes: $1,486
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26023937
- Updated: 5/23/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Location
- County: Mason
- Cross Streets: Melendy and James
- Driving Directions: From Ludington Ave, south on James St. to corner of James and Melendy St.
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Available, None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,276
- Lot Dimensions: 70 x 120
- Frontage: Paved
- Lot Features: Level, Buildable, Cleared, Recreational, Sidewalk, Corner Lot
- Zoning: F-DC, MC
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Lake
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,486.11
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: ORIGINAL PLAT N 1/2 OF LOTS 7 & 8 BLOCK 75.
- Property ID: 051-575-007-00
Listed by LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington, Dana Allen
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Schools
Schools serving 603 S James St
School District:Ludington Area School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lakeview Elementary School, Ludington, MI 502 West Haight Street, Ludington, MI 49431 | K-2 | 0.7 mi |
Ludington Elementary School 5771 West Bryant Road, Ludington, MI 49431 | 3-5 | 1.8 mi |
O.J. DeJonge Middle School 706 East Tinkham Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Ludington High School 508 North Washington Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 603 S James St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2026
Listed
$195,000
225.54%
MLS
10/15/2018
Sold
$59,900
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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 603 S James St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,462
—
$28,700
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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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603 S James Street, Ludington, MI 49431 (MLS# 26023937) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 0.19 acres. 603 S James Street is currently listed for $195,000 and was received on May 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 603 S James Street? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in Ludington? You can browse all Ludington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

