4128 Ponchartrain Trail, Michiana, MI 49117

Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) Michiana's early log homes were created as relaxed woodland retreats for families escaping the city, and examples of these historic cabins can still be found tucked throughout the community today. This property offers the next owner an opportunity to thoughtfully restore and reimagine the existing cabin, make improvements that respect its original character, or explore the possibilities for a newly conceived home on this exceptional site, subject to applicable approvals. Whether envisioned as a revived vintage retreat or the beginning of a new architectural chapter, the property's outstanding location near Lake Michigan provides the foundation for something truly special. The property will be sold AS IS. Inspiration photos are digitally redesigned.
Listing Details MLS# 26035591
Location Property Info
- County
- Berrien
- Street #
- 4128
- Street Name
- Ponchartrain
- Suffix
- Trail
- State
- MI
- Zip Code
- 49117
- Zip (4)
- 9162
General Property Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Measurement
- Acres
- Lot Acres
- 0.26
- Lot Square Footage
- 11539
- Lot Dimensions
- 84x129
- Year Built
- 1935
- Road Frontage
- 84
- Garage Y/N
- Yes
- Garage Spaces
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Total Fireplaces
- Yes
- Income Property
- No
- Total Rooms AG
- 6
- Total Fin SqFt All Levels
- 1589
- SqFt Above Grade
- 1589
- Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
- 1292
- Building Total SqFt
- 1589
- Total Beds Above Grade
- 3
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- Yes
- Half Baths
- Yes
- Total Baths
- 2
- Main Level Primary
- Yes
- Stories
- 2
- School District
- New Buffalo
- # of Outbuildings
- Yes
- Association YN
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Body of Water
- Lake Michigan
- Statewide Lakes & Rivers
- Lake Michigan
- Basement
- Yes
- Below Grade Finished SqFt
- 0
Tax Info
- Tax ID #
- 11-41-5050-0082-00-5
- Taxable Value
- 123526
- SEV
- 215000
- For Tax Year
- 2025
- Seller's Annual Property Tax
- 2496
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Homestead %
- 100
- Spec Assessment & Type
- unknown
Remarks Misc
- Directions
- Lake Shore Drive to Tahoma Drive. Turn left on Ponchartrain Drive. Home on left.
Waterfront Options
- Water Access Y/N
- Yes
- Water Frontage
- 0
More Information
Access Feat
- Accessibility Features
- No
Upper Rooms
- Upper Bedrooms
- 2
- Upper Half Baths
- Yes
- Upper Level Square Feet
- 681
- Total Baths Above Grade
- 2
Main Rooms
- Main Bedrooms
- Yes
- Main Full Baths
- Yes
- Main Level SQFT
- 908
Basement Rooms
- Total Basement SQFT
- 1292
- Basement Finished SQFT
- 0
Outbuilding 1
- Outbuilding Description
- Storage Shed
- Outbuilding 1 Dimensions
- 12 x 12
- Outbuilding 1 SqFt
- 144
Location & Property Info
- Cross Streets
- Tahoma Trail
- Property Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Municipality
- Michiana Vllg
Office/Contract Info
- On-Market Date
- 2026-07-16
- Auction or For Sale
- For Sale
- List Price/SqFt
- 458.78
- Ownership Type
- Private Owned
Remarks & Misc
- Public Remarks
- Continue the Story of a Village of Michiana Classic. Completed in 1935 and held by the same family for generations, this original Michiana log home offers a rare opportunity to become part of the story of one of Harbor Country's most distinctive lake communities. Set among the trees and dunes just three minute walk to Lake Michigan at Stop 40, the home reflects the rustic character that has long defined Michiana. Inside, a vaulted ceiling and fieldstone fireplace create an inviting central gathering space, while a large three-season porch extends the living area into the surrounding woodland. An upper-level sun deck provides another peaceful place to enjoy the lake air and the natural setting.
- Legal
- THE SWLY 1/2 OF LOT 51 ENTIRE LOT 52 & THE NELY 1/2 OF LOT 53 BLK 2 MICHIGAN SHORES SUB
Water Type
- Lake
- Yes
Water Fea. Amenities
- All Sports
- Yes
- Public Access 1 Mile or Less
- Yes
Lot Description
- Wooded
- Yes
Other Structures
- Shed(s)
- Yes
Street Type
- Paved
- Yes
- Public
- Yes
Util Avail at Street
- Cable Available
- Yes
- Electricity Available
- Yes
- Natural Gas Available
- Yes
- Phone Available
- Yes
Utilities Attached
- Natural Gas Connected
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
Water
- Public
- Yes
Terms Available
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
Mineral Rights
- Unknown
- Yes
Laundry Features
- In Basement
- Yes
Exterior Material
- Log
- Yes
Roofing
- Mixed
- Yes
Parking Features
- Attached
- Yes
- Garage Faces Front
- Yes
Heat Source
- Other
- Yes
Sale Conditions
- None
- Yes
Heat Type
- Baseboard
- Yes
- Hot Water
- Yes
Lower Rooms
- Lower Finished SQFT
- 0
- Total Lower SQFT
- 0
Driveway
- Concrete
- Yes
Substructure
- Full
- Yes
- Walk-Out Access
- Yes
Kitchen Features
- Pantry
- Yes
Fireplace
- Living Room
- Yes
- Wood Burning
- Yes
Additional Items
- Basement Plumbed for Bath
- Yes
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Vaulted Ceilings
- Yes
- Window Treatments
- Yes
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Range
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
Exterior Features
- 3 Season Room
- Yes
Patio and Porch Features
- Porch(es)
- Yes
- Enclosed
- Yes
Flooring
- Carpet
- Yes
- Tile
- Yes
- Vinyl
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Landscape
- Ground Cover
- Yes
- Shrubs/Hedges
- Yes
Outbuilding Floor Type 1
- Outbuilding 1 Floor Type - Concrete
- Yes
Architectural Style
- Log Home
- Yes
Possession
- Close Of Escrow
- Yes
Property Features
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | 11.00 | 9.00 | Main | |
| Living Room | 21.00 | 17.00 | Main | Fieldstone fireplace |
| Primary Bedroom | 13.00 | 12.00 | Main | carpet |
| Bedroom 2 | 15.00 | 13.00 | Upper | |
| Bedroom 3 | 15.00 | 12.00 | Upper | |
| Other | 23.00 | 21.00 | Main | 3 season porch |
| Dining Area | 11.00 | 6.00 | Main | |
| Bathroom 1 | 12.00 | 6.00 | Main | |
| Bathroom 2 | 10.00 | 5.00 | Upper | Half Bath |

