Waterfront

Address

456 Monroe Boulevard, South Haven, MI

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 4,950,000

Your Agent

RrYAN Kruithoff

RING REALTOR® RrYAN

616-325-0749

Property Attributes

MLS#26014251
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyVAN BUREN
CitySouth Haven
AreaSouth Haven City
NeighborhoodSouth Haven City
Zip49090
StyleTraditional
Year Built1901
Taxes$ 54591
Price$ 4,950,000
Bedrooms6
Full Bathrooms4
Half Bathrooms2
Sqr Footage6881
Lot Size1.01 Acres

Data Source:

Michigan Regional Information Center (MICHRIC)

Property Description

Locals know this location is nearly impossible to find. Ideally situated just south of the South Haven channel, this property offers stunning lighthouse, channel & beach views. The expansive beach creates a vibrant setting, perfect for boat watching, people watching & enjoying summer fireworks. This iconic home was once a convent for St. Basil's Catholic Church which still owns hundreds of feet of adjoining Lake Michigan frontage to the south. Enjoy an incredibly short distance to downtown South Haven, the channel, marinas, and shopping. The home blends character & updates with the south portion being a more recent addition and the north side featuring original charm along with a new gourmet kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a six burner gas stove with griddle, double Wolf ovens, two KitchenAid dishwashers, granite counters, a wine chiller, ice maker & oak hardwood floors, all complemented by great lake views. Could be split into 3 parcels. Could be a great wedding venue/B&B Relax in the enclosed porch on the north end or take in the scenery from the upper balcony off the newer primary suite. The newer spacious upstairs primary suite includes two large sitting areas, a jetted tub, travertine flooring and shower, two oversized walk in closets, and private lakeside decking. While the home offers an opportunity for some updating, the location is truly unmatched, perched above South Beach and just minutes to downtown by foot or bicycle. Additional features include a possible sixth bedroom in the attic that sleeps up to 12, a unique lower level bar, and a wine cellar, making this charming and spacious home one you may never want to leave. South Beach was just voted the #1 of top 10 Best Beaches in Michigan by USA Today. Located just south of the South Pier and South Haven's historic red lighthouse, South Beach is known for its wide sandy shoreline, walkable access to downtown, and one of the most recognizable views on Michigan's west coast - the South Haven Lighthouse and catwalk. For more than 100 years, South Haven has been a place where families come to make summer memories, and South Beach remains one of the most beloved parts of that tradition. Lifeguards on duty in 2026. South Beach amenities include a playground, splash pad, concession stand, kayak and paddle board rentals, and six life jacket loaner stations. 456 Monroe is currently zoned R-1A, and the dimensional standards for the R-1A district are as follows: Min front yard setback 15 feet, subject to Section 404(1) Min side yard setback 5 feet per side, 15 feet total Min rear yard setback 25 feet Min lot area is 5,000 sq feet Min lot width is 50 feet Max lot coverage is 35% Min green space is 20% Max building heigh is 35 feet or 2 stories, whichever is less, subject to Section 404 (2) Tearing down for 3 lots is possible, we believe (Two 60' lots and an 80' lot on north). Or possibly getting zoning for a wedding venue with B&B. But no guarantees by listing agent.

Price History
4/8/2026	Listed $6,000,000
5/28/2026	17$5,000,000
8/4/2026	1$4,950,000

General Features

Sewer	Public
Heating	Forced Air,Heat Pump,Radiant
Cooling	Central Air
Utilities	Cable Connected,High-Speed Internet
Possession	Close Plus 30 Days
Roof	Composition
Appliances	Cooktop,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Rented
Garage Spaces	3.0
Architectural Style	Traditional
Construction Materials	Stone,Wood Siding
Year Built	1901
Stories Count	2
Township	South Haven City
Property Subtype	Single Family Residence
Tax Year	2025
Ownership	Private Owned
Waterfront Features	Lake
County	Van Buren
New Construction	No
Property Type	Residential
Attached Garage	Yes
Garage Y/N	Yes
Total Rooms	20
Full Baths	4
Status	Active
Directions	W on Water St,S to St. Joseph St,W on Erie St,S on Monroe to address.
City	South Haven
Body of Water	Lake Michigan
High School District	South Haven
Lot Size Units	Acres
Lot Size Square Feet	43996.0
Carport Y/N	No
Listing Terms	Cash,Conventional
Land Lease Y/N	No
Tax Annual Amount	54591.0
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	Owner
Tax Assessed Value	886494
MobileHomeRemainsYN	No
Legal Description	A740 3-1-17 1350-681 ALL OF BLOCK 2. EX BEG ON NLY L OF SUPERIOR STREET EXT 150' W OF W L OF MONROE BLVD,TH N TO S L OF ERIE STREET,TH WLY ALG SLY L OF ERIE STREET TO LAKE MICHIGAN,TH SLY ALG SD LAKE
Senior Community	None

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	Garage Door Opener,Center Island,Pantry
Basement	Full
Flooring	Tile,Wood
Total Fireplaces	2
Fireplace Features	Bedroom,Family Room,Gas Log,Living Room
Air Conditioning Y/N	Yes
Heating Y/N	Yes
Window Features	Window Treatments
Fireplace Y/N	Yes
Half Baths	2
Laundry Features	In Basement,Main Level,Upper Level
Total Bedrooms	6
Below Grade Finished Area	0.0
Total Baths	6
Pantry	True

Exterior Features

Parking Features	Attached
Lot Features	Corner Lot,Adj to Public Land
Water Source	Public
Lot Size Area	1.01
Spa	No
Building Area Total	6881.0
Lot Dimensions	240x150x200x270
Lot Size Acres	1.01
Road Surface Type	Paved
Waterfront Y/N	Yes
Crops Included Y/N	No
Horse Y/N	No
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N	No
Private Frontage	True
View	True
All Sports	True