Listing
$165,000
Original list price: $190,000
51310 Sh••••• Rd (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Leonidas, MI 49066
Property Description
Wake up to peaceful river views and the sounds of nature at this charming country retreat. Nestled on 1.55 scenic acres along the Nottawa Creek, this inviting one-bedroom, one-bath home offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle while still providing the comforts of home. Thoughtful updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof in 2025 and a recently replaced furnace. The extended one-car garage offers plenty of room for storage, hobbies, or a workshop, while the picturesque property invites you to enjoy abundant wildlife, fishing, gardening, or simply relaxing in your own private slice of Southwest Michigan. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to downsize, or dreaming of a peaceful weekend getaway, 51310 Shorts Road offers the rare opportunity to own a scenic riverfront property with room to breathe. Come experience the beauty and tranquility this special property has to offer.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Sold
- Listed
- Jul 1, 2026
- Sold
- Oct 14, 2026
- List Price
- $190,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $193/sqft
- ZIP Code
- 49066
- Full Baths
- 1
- Stories
- 1
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Parking
- Detached
- Heating
- Yes
- Construction
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Property Tax (2025)
- $290/yr
- Assessed Value
- $57,300
- County
- St. Joseph
- School District
- Colon Community School District
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms On Basement Level: 0
- Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
- Bedrooms On Lower Level: 0
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms On Main Level: 1
- Half Bathrooms On Main Level: 0
- Full Bathrooms On Basement Level: 0
- Half Bathrooms On Basement Level: 0
- Full Bathrooms On Lower Level: 0
- Half Bathrooms On Lower Level: 0
Land Info
- Wooded
- Rolling Hills
- Lot Size Acres: 1.55
- Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
- Lot Size Square Feet: 67518
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Electricity Available
- Water Source: Well
Appliances
- Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Basement Features: Michigan Basement, Partial
Interior Features
- LP Tank Owned
- Flooring: Carpet
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached
School Information
- High School District: Colon
- School District: Colon
Heating and Cooling
- Heating: Yes
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 788
- Source Listing Status: Closed
- County: St. Joseph
- Cross Street: Factoryville Rd Longnecker Rd
- Tax Year: 2025
- Exclusions: Red shed, washer and dryer
- Ownership Type: Private Owned
- Parcel Number: 008-012-003-00
- Postal Code Plus 4: 9419
- Township: Leonidas Twp
- Zoning Description: Residential (R)
- Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 856
- Year Built: 1950
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Building Area Total: 856
- Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Property Age: 76
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 856
- Total Area Lower: 0
- Total Area Main: 856
- Total Area Sqft: 856
- Total Below Grade Area: 206
Exterior and Lot Features
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Road Surface Type: Paved
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: Nottawa Creek
- Stream/Creek
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | Sold | $165,000 | $193 |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Listed | $190,000 | $222 |
Property Tax History
| Year | Tax | Assessed | Land | Building | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $290 | $57,300 | - | - | $114,600 |
| 2024 | $775 | $42,500 | - | - | $85,000 |
| 2023 | $742 | $37,100 | - | - | $74,200 |
| 2022 | $451 | $35,500 | - | - | $71,000 |
| 2019 | $257 | $25,900 | - | - | $51,800 |
| 2018 | $655 | $25,500 | - | - | $51,000 |
| 2017 | $636 | $25,000 | - | - | $50,000 |
| 2015 | $622 | $23,200 | - | - | $46,400 |
| 2014 | $605 | $23,300 | - | - | $46,600 |
| 2013 | $596 | $22,100 | - | - | $44,200 |
Nearby Schools
- Leonidas School3.2 mi
Public · Elementary, Middle · Grades K-8
- Factoryville Christian School0.5 mi
Private · Elementary, Middle, High · Grades K-12
- Colon High School6.4 mi
Public · Middle, High · Grades 6-12
Location
Lat 42.05329 · Lng -85.30854