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$270,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,248 SqFt
0.63 Acre Lot
27,556 Sqft Lot
Status Active
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type
Year Built 1975
Neighborhood
Days on Website 37

Property Map

$270,000 – 52400 Susan Lane, Dowagiac, MI 49047

Street View

Courtesy of Realty Executives Instant Equity, Ryan F Katowich.

Description

Lakefront retreat on the peaceful shores of Priest Lake in Dowagiac, MI! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home offers a rare 157 feet of pristine lake frontage, making it the perfect combination of private getaway or income-producing investment. With its prime location and flexible layout, this property is ideally suited for use as a short-term rental—providing both a relaxing escape and financial opportunity. The exterior has been thoughtfully updated, featuring a brand-new roof (2022), new siding (2023), replacement vinyl windows, a slider, and a fenced backyard—perfect for entertaining, pets, or simply enjoying lake life. The oversized detached garage ensures plenty of room for boats, kayaks, and lake toys, or could double as a workshop. Inside, the home is ready for your personal touch and updates, giving you the chance to elevate it into a premier rental destination or your year-round lakeside residence. Priest Lake is a 36-acre, ‘no wake’ lake that’s loved for its peaceful charmideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Anglers will enjoy catching bluegill, sunfish, yellow perch, and lake trout. A new septic tank and second drain field were also recently added, giving peace of mind for future use and rental capacity. Whether you’re seeking a short-term rental opportunity with outstanding income potential, or a private lakefront retreat to enjoy with family and friends, this cozy cottage is a rare find!

Property Details and Features

Property Access

  • Road Surface Type: “Paved”

Appliances & Equipment

  • Appliances: “Dishwasher”, “Range”, “Refrigerator”

Basement

  • Basement: “Crawl Space”

Bathrooms

  • 2 full bathrooms
  • 2 total bathrooms

Bedrooms

  • 3 total bedrooms

Building

  • Architectural Style: “Ranch”
  • Building Area Total: 1,248
  • Construction Materials: “Vinyl Siding”
  • Living Area: 1,248
  • Year Built: 1975
  • 1 story

Cooling

  • Cooling Included
  • Cooling: “Wall Unit(s)”

Garage

  • Garage Included
  • 2 garage spaces

Water Features

  • Water Body Name: Priest Lake
  • Waterfront Features: “Lake”
  • Waterfront Property

Heating

  • Heating: “Baseboard”
  • Heating Included

Interior Features

  • Features: “Ceiling Fan(s)”, “Pantry”

Laundry

  • Features: “Electric Dryer Hookup”, “In Kitchen”, “Laundry Closet”, “Washer Hookup”

Listing

  • Listing Contract Date: 2025-07-19
  • Listing Id: 25035970
  • Listing Terms: “Cash”, “FHA”, “VA Loan”, “MSHDA”, “Conventional”
  • Mls Status: Active
  • Modification Timestamp: 2025-08-20 16:20:51
  • On Market Date: 2025-07-20
  • Price Change Timestamp: 2025-08-06 13:22:13
  • Standard Status: Active
  • Status Change Timestamp: 2025-07-20 20:22:52
  • 38 days on market

Location

  • City: Dowagiac
  • State Or Province: MI
  • County Or Parish: Cass
  • Postal Code: 49047
  • MLS Area Major: Southwestern Michigan – S
  • MLS Area Minor: Southwestern Michigan – S

Lot

  • Features: “Cul-De-Sac”
  • 0.63 acres
  • Area: 0.63
  • Dimensions: irregular
  • 27,556 square feet

Parking

  • Features: “Garage Faces Front”, “Garage Door Opener”, “Detached”

Property

  • Parcel Number: 14-130-400-040-10
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Roof

  • Roof: “Asphalt”, “Shingle”

Additional Rooms

  • Rooms Total: 6

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School District: Dowagiac

Taxes

  • Annual Amount: $1,712
  • Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

  • Water Source: “Well”

Windows

  • Features: “Screens”, “Replacement”