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$729,900

4 Beds 2 Baths 2,756 SQFT 2.30 Acres
Type: Single Family

48648 68th Street
Hartford, MI 49057

MLS#: 26048710
Steve Smith
Steve Smith
Irish Realty
Managing Broker
Phone: 574.210.5800
Office: 574.891.8311
Presented by: Kimberly Keigley at Coastline Realty Group - (269) 471-5477

Property Description

 

A truly exceptional offering on the shores of all-sports Rush Lake, this impeccably maintained and thoughtfully reimagined one-story walkout residence presents a rare convergence of architectural refinement, expansive waterfront, and resort-caliber outdoor living. Set across approximately two+ beautifully curated acres with an extraordinary 200 feet of private lake frontage, the property offers a level of space, privacy, and shoreline increasingly difficult to find on a recreational lake in Southwest Michigan. The residence has been extensively updated with an uncompromising attention to quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design. Soaring vaulted ceilings and walls of Pella windows and sliding doors draw natural light throughout the home while creating a seamless visual connection to the lake and surrounding landscape. Custom tile work, sophisticated finishes, and carefully considered architectural details lend a sense of understated elegance throughout. At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen is designed equally for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Premium ZLINE and Sub-Zero appliances are complemented by custom HanStone quartz countertops, refined cabinetry, and exceptional finishes. A dedicated coffee bar and separate beverage center add another layer of convenience and sophistication, creating a space that feels both highly functional and distinctly luxurious. Beyond the interiors, the property unfolds as a private lakefront estate. Mature trees, expansive perennial gardens, lush lawn, and thoughtfully designed hardscaping frame the home and shoreline, creating an extraordinarily beautiful and established setting. A private beachfront and permanent dock provide effortless access to Rush Lake, while the property's five-hole putting green introduces an unexpected resort-style amenity just steps from the water. An impressive elevated deck extends the living experience outdoors, offering sweeping views across the grounds and lake. A grand stairway creates a dramatic transition from the deck to the waterfront landscape below, where an inviting fire pit provides an idyllic gathering place for evenings beneath the trees and along the shore. Rush Lake itself makes this offering particularly compelling. Its quieter, more relaxed character provides a welcome sense of serenity while still offering the recreation and freedom of an all-sports lake—boating, fishing, swimming, skiing, and days spent on the water without sacrificing the peaceful atmosphere that defines this remarkable property. The setting offers the best of the Southwest Michigan lifestyle—peaceful lakefront seclusion with convenient access to the charming lakeshore towns that make this region so sought after. Spend the day exploring distinctive boutiques and shoppes, celebrated restaurants, local wineries and farm markets, Lake Michigan beaches, and the relaxed coastal communities that stretch along the shoreline. It is a location that feels wonderfully removed while keeping the very best of Southwest Michigan within easy reach. Whether you seek a weekend escape or full-time residence, this tremendous property is just two-hours from Chicago. Opportunities of this caliber are exceedingly rare: two+ acres, 200 feet of private frontage, permanent dockage, beachfront, extensive mature landscaping, exceptional outdoor amenities, and a beautifully updated residence—all within one extraordinary waterfront property. More than a lake home, this is a refined private retreat where architecture, landscape, recreation, and waterfront living come together effortlessly—a legacy property designed to be enjoyed for generations.


 

Interior Features

Bedrooms

Main Level Bedrooms3
Total Bedrooms4

Bathrooms

Half Baths0
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementFull, Walk-Out Access
Below Grade Finished Area0 sqft
Fireplace FeaturesFamily Room
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBroadband, Garage Door Opener, Hot Tub Spa, Center Island
Laundry FeaturesElectric Dryer Hookup, In Bathroom, Lower Level, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Total Fireplaces1
Window FeaturesLow-Emissivity Windows, Replacement, Garden Window, Window Treatments

General

Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesBar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Architectural StyleRanch, Traditional
Attached Garage Yes
Body of WaterRush Lake
Carport Y/NNo
CityHartford
Construction MaterialsBrick, Vinyl Siding
CoolingCentral Air
CountyVan Buren
ExclusionsLower Lever W/D and refrigerator. Mirror above bar area main level.
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HeatingBaseboard, Forced Air
High School DistrictHartford
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Renewal Y/NNo
Legal Description65-G 5-3-16 1639-548 1713-974 1715-440 1786-463 * BEG ON CEN L OF COUNTY ROAD 1680' W & 804' S OF N1/4 PT, TH SLY ON SD CEN L TO PT 1689.9' W & 1004' S OF SD N1/4 PT, TH W TO RUSH LK, TH NLY ALG LAKE
Listing TermsCash, Conventional
Lot Size Square Feet100,188 sqft
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MobileHomeRemainsYNNo
New ConstructionNo
Occupancy TypeOwner
Other StructuresShed(s)
OwnershipPrivate Owned
PossessionClose Of Escrow
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
Rent Control Y/NNo
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesSmoke Detector(s)
Senior CommunityNone
SewerSeptic Tank
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count1
Tax Annual Amount$6,115
Tax Assessed Value$191,336
Tax Year2026
Total Rooms8
TownshipHartford Twp
Waterfront FeaturesLake
Year Built1966

Exterior

All Sportstrue
Building Area Total1,520 sqft
Crops Included Y/NNo
Docktrue
Exterior AmenitiesPlay Equipment
Horse Y/NNo
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot Dimensions200 x 478 x 200 x 499
Lot FeaturesRolling Hills
Lot Size Acres2.3
Lot Size Area2 sqft
Other EquipmentGenerator
Parking FeaturesGarage Faces Side, Attached
Private Frontagetrue
Road Surface TypePaved
SpaNo
Viewtrue
Water SourcePrivate Water
Waterfront Y/NYes

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Schools 

Middle School N/A
High School N/A
Elementary School N/A

  

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4 Beds 2 Baths 2,756 SQFT 2.30 Acres
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48648 68th Street
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MLS#: 26048710
Steve Smith
Steve Smith
Irish Realty
Managing Broker
Phone: 574.210.5800
Office: 574.891.8311

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