Property Attributes
- MLS#26045116
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBERRIEN
- CityNiles
- AreaBertrand Twp
- NeighborhoodBertrand Twp
- Zip49120
- StyleHistoric
- Year Built1870
- Taxes$ 5980
- Price$ 629,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3258
- Lot Size5.5 Acres
Data Source:
Michigan Regional Information Center (MICHRIC)
Property Description
Set across more than five acres of mature landscape and open pasture, this distinctive four-bedroom estate offers a rare blend of history, architectural character, and country living. Just 10 miles from Notre Dame Stadium and less than two hours from Chicago, the property offers a peaceful country setting with convenient access to major destinations. Its striking brick façade, soaring arched windows, and expansive grounds create an immediate sense of timelessness. Inside, the home retains many original details, including doors, classic architectural elements, and a graceful spiral staircase, while thoughtful updates provide modern comfort. The home features a renovated kitchen, granite countertops, farmhouse sink and stainless appliances, opening to the sitting room with a wood-burning fire hearth, blending modern comfort with the home's historic character, as well as updated bathrooms and new dryer. The grounds showcase mature trees, open lawns, pasture, and beautiful flower gardens, creating a picturesque backdrop throughout the seasons. A 16-by-22-foot in-ground pool with stairs and a deep end offers an inviting setting for summer enjoyment while overlooking the surrounding acreage and gardens. A substantial barn equipped with electric lighting, outlets, and water offers exceptional versatility for storage, hobbies, a workshop, or equestrian pursuits, with convenient access to the surrounding pasture. The property also includes a two-car attached garage as well as a detached 1.5-car garage for plenty of storage. The property's history is woven into its architecture and grounds. Near the east-facing porch, the initials "RJW 96" are set into the original brick, believed to represent one of the home's original family members and date to 1896. Beneath a pine tree, Uncle Charlie's rock remains in place—once used as a mounting block for his horse. Rich with history and distinctive architectural character, this remarkable country estate offers a rare sense of authenticity and place—more than five acres with room to enjoy today and continue its story for generations to come. A peaceful country setting with convenient access to the activities of South Bend, less than two hours from Chicago, close to Buchanan, and Niles, the property combines a peaceful country setting with convenient access to nearby destinations. Home conveyed AS-IS.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed $629,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Utilities | Electricity Available,Cable Connected,High-Speed Internet |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Asphalt,Fiberglass,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Owned |
| Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| Architectural Style | Historic |
| Pool Features | In Ground |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1870 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Township | Bertrand Twp |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Private Owned |
| County | Berrien |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Barn(s) |
| Total Rooms | 14 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | South on Red Bud of US 12 to West on Bertrand |
| City | Niles |
| High School District | Buchanan |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 239315.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 5980.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Assessed Value | 148638 |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Legal Description | LOT 11 THE PRAIRIE |
| Senior Community | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Eat-in Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Basement | Partial |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0.0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Garage Faces Side,Garage Door Opener,Attached |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Level |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 5.5 |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 3258.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 349 x 715 x 346 x 667 |
| Lot Size Acres | 5.5 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 49120
In The Neighborhood
Niles
$ 340,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,685 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 3 Baths
Buchanan
$ 425,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,232 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Niles
$ 1,129,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 5,558 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Niles
$ 1,164,900
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 3,910 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Buchanan
$ 249,900
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,241 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
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