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Property Description
Welcome to a world of unlimited potential! Indulge in this exceptional lakefront property, offering 73 feet of prime frontage on one of Michigan's most desirable all-sports lakes. Presented as-is, this idyllic property offers stunning water views, generous frontage, and the perfect canvas to create a custom lakefront estate. This unique offering awaits your vision to either breathe new life into the existing brick home or custom build your dream lakefront retreat. The strength of this property lies not just in the dwelling but the truly outstanding waterfront location that captures stunning sunrises, sunsets, and long summer days on the water right from your own backyard. Enjoy living on West Lake, with beautiful surroundings, and the chance to design your ideal retreat or year-round residence in a highly sought-after all-sports lakefront community. Please note that this property is being sold as-is. Embrace the unprecedented potential this property offers- your gateway to lakefront living begins right here. Your imagination is the only limitation to the possibilities awaiting this extraordinary waterfront home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 824 Forest Dr
General
- Sold For: $500,000
- Taxes: $6,173
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 26022383
- Added to Site: 104 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 18
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Bedroom, Family Room, Recreation Room, Bedroom, Family Room, Recreation Room
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached
Location
- County: Kalamazoo
- Cross Streets: Forest and Lovers Lane
- Driving Directions: Lovers Lane south of Centre ave to Forest Drive, West to property
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,440
- Living Area: 2,440 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1938
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 16,117
- Frontage: Paved
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Name: West Lake
- Water Front Desc.: Lake
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,173
- Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, MSHDA, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: ASSESSORS PLAT OF REIDS PLAT LOT 14 AND W 14 FT OF LOT 13
- Property ID: 10-06960-014-O
Listed by Evenboer Walton, REALTORS, Jessica L Vliek and Rob Evenboer
Sold by eXp Realty LLC, Todd M Bradfield
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Schools
Schools serving 824 Forest Dr
School District:Portage Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Central Elementary School, Portage, MI 8422 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Portage Central Middle School 8305 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Portage Central High School 8135 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 824 Forest Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/21/2026
Sold
$500,000
-16.25%
MLS
5/14/2026
Listed
$597,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
824 Forest Drive, Portage, MI 49002 (MLS# 26022383) is a Single Family property that was sold at $500,000 on August 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 824 Forest Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portage? You can browse all Portage real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

