Property Attributes
- MLS#26036206
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySAINT JOSEPH
- CityColon
- AreaColon Twp
- NeighborhoodColon Twp
- Zip49040
- StyleCraftsman,Ranch
- Year Built1930
- Taxes$ 6667
- Price$ 485,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3576
- Lot Size0.34 Acres
Data Source:
Michigan Regional Information Center (MICHRIC)
Property Description
Experience year-round lakefront living on all-sports Palmer Lake with approximately 90 feet of private frontage, a seawall, private boat launch, and included dock. This fully furnished 4-bedroom, 3-bath Craftsman ranch with a finished walkout basement offers 3,576 finished sq. ft. and currently sleeps 13+ guests. The walkout lower level features a wet bar with sink and full-size refrigerator, creating additional entertaining space. Enjoy sunrise views from the composite deck overlooking the lake. Interior features include a center island kitchen, pantry, snack bar, Whirlpool tub, natural gas, mini-split and central air conditioning, high-speed internet availability, private well, private septic, and an attached garage for storage. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Colon, this property is ideal as a year-round residence, vacation home, or short-term rental opportunity, where permitted. Includes dock and most furnishings for immediate enjoyment of lake life.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Colon Elementary School | Colon High School | Colon High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed $500,000 |
| 8/13/2026 | 3$485,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Ductless |
| Utilities | Natural Gas Available,Natural Gas Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Asphalt,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Garage Spaces | 1.0 |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman,Ranch |
| Construction Materials | Stone,Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Township | Colon Twp |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Private Owned |
| Waterfront Features | Lake |
| County | St. Joseph |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Total Rooms | 13 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From US-12 in Burr Oak: Head north on Burr Oak Rd,turn left onto W Palmer Lake Rd,then right onto Yeatter Rd. Property is on the lake side. Alternate Route from Colon: From M-86 in Colon: Turn Sou |
| City | Colon |
| Body of Water | Palmer Lake |
| High School District | Colon |
| Zoning Description | Residential |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 14810.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Rural Development,MSHDA,Conventional |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6667.43 |
| 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 | 140797 |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Legal Description | S 1/2 OF LOT 12 & ALL OF LOT 13 EDGEWOOD BEACH. SEC 14 T6S R9W. |
| Senior Community | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Broadband,Garage Door Opener,Wet Bar,Center Island,Pantry |
|---|---|
| Basement | Daylight,Full,Walk-Out Access |
| Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Tile,Wood |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Window Treatments |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,In Basement,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1845.0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Pantry | True |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Garage Door Opener,Attached |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 0.34 |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1731.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 96 x 141 x 90 x 165 irregular |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.34 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
| Dock | True |
| Private Frontage | True |
| View | True |
| All Sports | True |
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
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Information last updated on September 23, 2026 1:29 PM UTC
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