4539 S Lakeshore Drive 2.8 acres, Ludington, MI 49431 (MLS# 26036390)

4539 S Lakeshore Drive 2.8 acres, Ludington, MI 49431

$750,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 4,005 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 121,968 Status: Active Backup

Current Price: $750,000 List Date: 7/16/2026 Last Modified: 8/31/2026

Overview

Description

LAKE MICHIGAN ESTATE WITH HISTORY & HORIZON VIEWS - Rarely does a property of this caliber and historical significance come to market. Set on 2.8 wooded (with an additional 2.5 acres available), rolling acres between Ludington and Pentwater, this remarkable 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, high-bluff estate offers 200 feet of private Lake Michigan frontage, panoramic sunset views, and exceptional privacy. The home was originally built in 1910 and blends rich local history with timeless craftsmanship. The 3-story residence features 4,005 square feet of above-grade living space, highlighted by soaring ceilings, expansive windows, original hardwood floors and woodwork, and unique historical details throughout. Ascend the original staircase to find three expansive bedrooms and the original servants' (pickers) quarters - with some of their names still etched in the chimney brickwork. There is plumbing already in place to turn the currently used storage space into a 4th bathroom, if desired. Then

Supplements: follow the spiral stairs even higher to ''The Lookout.'' This third-story attic space has been transformed into a stunning recreation room featuring exposed beams and custom track lighting. Complete with an easy access 1,456 sq ft basement, 2-car attached garage, workshop/utility shed with electric, and significant infrastructure updates including ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26036390

Location Property Info

County: Mason
Street #: 4539
Street Direction: S
Street Name: Lakeshore
Suffix: Drive
State: MI
Zip Code: 49431
Zip (4): 9755

General Property Info

New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 2.8
Lot Square Footage: 121968
Lot Dimensions: 200 x 610
Year Built: 1910
Road Frontage: 200
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 17
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 4005
SqFt Above Grade: 4005
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 1456
Building Total SqFt: 5461
Total Beds Above Grade: 4
Total Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 3
Total Baths: 3
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: 3
School District: Ludington
Elementary School: Ludington Elementary School
Middle School: Oj Dejonge Middle School
High School: Ludington High School
# of Outbuildings: Yes
Association YN: No
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: Lake Michigan
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: Lake Michigan

Tax Info

Tax ID #: 53-014-114-006-00
Taxable Value: 222681
SEV: 341400
For Tax Year: 2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 5763.89
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: Unknown
Zoning: Rec Residential

Remarks Misc

Directions: From US 10 to S Pere Marquette Hwy, South on Pere Marquette Hwy to W Chauvez Rd, West on Chauvez Rd to S Lakeshore Dr, South on Lakeshore Dr to property on West side of road.

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 200

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms: 3
Upper Full Baths: Yes
Upper Level Square Feet: 1967
Total Baths Above Grade: 3

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms: Yes
Main Full Baths: 2
Main Level SQFT: 2038

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT: 1456

Outbuilding 1

Outbuilding Description: Storage Shed

Property Features

Water Type: Lake Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level Exterior Material: Wood Siding Roofing: Composition; Shingle Substructure: Full Lot Description: Recreational; Wooded Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well Utilities Attached: Cable Connected; High Speed Internet; Phone Connected Kitchen Features: Center Island; Eating Area; Mud Room Access Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); Garage Door Opener; Generator Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Propane Heat Type: Hot Water Fencing: Chain Link Flooring: Carpet; Vinyl; Wood Other Equipment: Generator Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Porch(es) Security Features: Security System Other Structures: Shed(s) Outbuilding 1: Outbuilding 1 Electric Outbuilding Floor Type 1: Outbuilding 1 Floor Type - Wood Parking Features: Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Side Architectural Style: Victorian Street Type: Paved; Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Close Plus 30 Days Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width	Level	Remarks
Other	11.00	12.00	Main	Entry / Mudroom
Laundry	13.00	7.00	Main
Bathroom 1	10.00	8.00	Main
Kitchen	13.00	10.00	Main
Other	13.00	8.00	Main	Eat- In Kitchen
Dining Area	14.00	16.00	Main
Bedroom 2	13.00	10.00	Main	Bedroom / Office
Bathroom 2	13.00	6.00	Main
Living Room	18.00	16.00	Main
Office	14.00	14.00	Main	Library
Primary Bedroom	14.00	14.00	Upper
Bathroom 3	6.00	9.00	Upper
Bedroom 3	13.00	18.00	Upper
Bedroom 4	15.00	13.00	Upper
Bonus Room	21.00	28.00	Upper	Servants Quarters Area
Other	12.00	18.00	Upper	Storage / Plumbed for Bath
Recreation	32.00	29.00	Upper	'The Lookout'

Documents

Seller's Disclosure ›

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Utility Information ›

Floor Plan ›

Survey ›

Listing Office: Greenridge Realty S Rath

Listing Agent: Debby Stevenson

Last Updated: August - 31 - 2026

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