4985 West Gilpin Road

$250,000
Price
4
Beds
1,468 Sq. Ft.
$170 / Sq. Ft.
1,468
Sq. Ft.
$170
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step back in time on this peaceful 2.84 acre property. A part of the founding settlement of the town of Avery in the late 1800s, the 3 bed, 1 bath home was part of the historic Avery Hotel and served as a local social center along with the Avery Train Station. A 3,200+ sq ft, 100+ yr old barn makes great potential for a wedding venue, bed and breakfast, or creative event space as well. The charming grain bin could be transformed into a covered patio. Multiple outbuildings, including one that spans...Step back in time on this peaceful 2.84 acre property. A part of the founding settlement of the town of Avery in the late 1800s, the 3 bed, 1 bath home was part of the historic Avery Hotel and served as a local social center along with the Avery Train Station. A 3,200+ sq ft, 100+ yr old barn makes great potential for a wedding venue, bed and breakfast, or creative event space as well. The charming grain bin could be transformed into a covered patio. Multiple outbuildings, including one that spans over 1,700 sq ft w/ high ceiling, ideal for RVs, boats, or as additional venue space. Mature trees and serene landscape surround the property, while being just off US-12 allows for convenient access to Chicago in under 1.5 hours. A rare piece of history with endless potential. Bring your vision! Cash or construction loan only, rehab required. Proof of funds/preapproval required for showings as well as a hold harmless.
  1. Listed by Dawn Tomlinson • Brokerage DRE #6505409513 • RE/MAX by the Lake
    P: (269)-470-6962 C: (269)-470-6962 dawntomlinsonrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 4985 West Gilpin Road

Zoning
Ag
ZoningDescription
Ag
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
LISTING UPDATED: 11/20/2025 12:09 PM

Property Details for 4985 West Gilpin Road

StatusActive
MLS #25039949
Days on Market2560
Taxes$3,085 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1860
Lot Size2.84 AC / 123,710 SF
CountyBerrien County

Location

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Building Information for 4985 West Gilpin Road

Stories2Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size2.84 AC / 123,710 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,492 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,235

Property Taxes

$257

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4985 West Gilpin Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Avery
  • Municipality: Three Oaks Twp
  • Directions: If coming from the North, Take Kruger Rd to Avery. Turn South. Head toward US 12 and Gilpin Rd will be on the West (right hand side). Take Gilpin Rd back to the property.
  • Area - Major: Southwestern Michigan - S
  • Street #: 4985
  • Street Name: Gilpin
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Three Oaks
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49128
  • County: Berrien
  • Latitude: 41.802611
  • Longitude: -86.573718
  • Area - Minor: Southwestern Michigan - S
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 111283.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 11-20-0001-0018-00-8
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Y/N: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • SqFt Source: Measured
  • Lot Dimensions: irregular
  • Basement Finished SQFT: 0.0
  • Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1468.0
  • SqFt Above Grade: 1468.0
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 2.84
  • Lot Square Footage: 123710.0
  • Lot Size Area: 2.84
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Legal: COM 467.94'W OF E1/4 PST SEC 1 T8S R20W TH W 1258.06' S 1535' TO N'LY R/W NYC RR N88 DEG06'E ON R/W 1139'TH N 168.5'TH E 137.94'TH N 1336.8'TO POB
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • New Construction: No
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 3
  • Floor Plans Change Timestamp: 08-07-2025 11:31:23 PM
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Video Groups: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: 2
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Material: Wood Siding
  • Substructure: Crawl Space, Michigan Basement, Partial
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Total: 7
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Baths: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Oil
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
Rental
Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash

Property History for 4985 West Gilpin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 14, 2025

Price Change

Michigan Regional Information Center #25039949

$250,000—
Aug 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25039949

$290,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/14/2025

Price Change

Michigan Regional Information Center #25039949

$250,000
08/08/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25039949

$290,000

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Public Records for 4985 West Gilpin Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2021$2,321 ($193 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,425 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,425 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,899,216 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous AgriculturalYear Built1860CountyBERRIENAPN11-20-0001-0018-00-8

Schools near 4985 West Gilpin Road

This home is within River Valley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Three Oaks Elementary School
Public3 to 5

River Valley High School
Public6 to 12

Chikaming Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

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4985 West Gilpin Road is a single family home for sale in Three Oaks, MI 49128. This property was listed for sale on August 8, 2025 by RE/MAX by the Lake, it's currently listed at $250,000. This listing's school district is River Valley School District. Nearby schools include Three Oaks Elementary School, River Valley High School and Chikaming Elementary School. 4985 West Gilpin Road is a 4-bed, 1-bath, 1,468 sqft single family home built in 1860.

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