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$499,000

For Sale - Active
24948 Lake Shore Dr, Dowagiac, MI 49047
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,386 Square Feet
0.30 Acres Lot
Built in 1963
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Sep 06, 2025 at 10:24AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,644
Cap Rate
2.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.36
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-12.6%

Property Description


0.30 Acres Lot
Built in 1963
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Your Lakefront Getaway Awaits! Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this 3BR/2BA home with bonus family room offers 100 ft of frontage on all-sports Little Twin Lake. Nestled on 5 wooded waterfront lots, it's the perfect blend of space, and lake fun. Recent updates include: new HVAC, well, windows, deck, LVP flooring, on-demand water heater, updated kitchen, electrical, plumbing, fresh paint, and a well-maintained metal roof. The oversized yard has been professionally graded and seeded, and the lake vegetation is managed by Aquatic Weed Control so you can enjoy the water at its best. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat or a full-time residence, this home delivers—furnishings negotiable for turn-key move-in. Just 15 min. from Sister Lakes & about 2 hours from Chicago. Garage was originally living quarters with kitchen, living area, bath on main level and sleeping upstairs. Later converted to garage, now used as storage. Could be restored as garage or reimagined as bunkhouse, studio, or flex space. Seller related to agent.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached
  • Details: Detached, Concrete
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Metal

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1415011800101
  • Lot Size: 13107 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Year Built: 1963

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $1,476

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Private, Well
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cass

Listing Details


Listed by:
Jason Stroud Team
Ellsbury Commercial Group
(269) 409-1407

Source:
Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 25041441
Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,644
Cap Rate
2.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.36
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-12.6%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$499,000
Amount financed:
-$399,200
Down payment:
$99,800
Closing costs:
$14,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$114,770
Square feet:
1,386
Cost per square foot:
$360
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.08

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$399,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$2,556
Property tax:
$123
Insurance:
$105
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,784

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,500 $18,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$90 -$1,080
Operating income:
$1,410 $16,920

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (8%)
8%-$123-$1,476
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$105-$1,260
Property management: (8%)
8%-$120-$1,440
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$75-$900
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$75-$900
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (33%)
33%-$498-$5,976

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$912 $10,944
Mortgage payments:
-$2,556 -$30,672
Cash flow:
$1,644 $19,728