




78 Esplanade Place, South Haven, MI, 49090
About This Home
Experience luxury beachfront living on North Beach in South Haven with this exceptional home showcasing panoramic views of Lake Michigan, the channel, lighthouse, and beach. The ground level offers a main level bedroom, full bath, and walkout patio, complete with an oversized 2-stall garage and a convenient grocery lift. The 2nd level features a bright open floor plan with lake facing kitchen, dining, and living areas. The living room includes a gas fireplace and dry bar with ice maker and mini fridge, while the kitchen is highlighted by a center island with storage, LG appliances, soft-close cabinetry, and a large farm sink. A slider door off the dining area opens to a covered lakeside deck with an outdoor counter and sliding pass-through windows from the kitchen for seamless entertaining. The top level is dedicated to a lakeside primary suite with a spa-like bath featuring a tiled walk-in shower and soaking tub, along with a walk-in closet, and laundry. The top level is complete with a sitting room with wet bar and lakeside deck with a winding staircase leading to the rooftop deck offering fantastic aerial views and unforgettable sunsets. Outdoor living abounds with multiple decks, patio and paved backyard, and a rooftop terrace. Directly across the street, North Beach provides wide sandy shoreline, while downtown South Haven's shops, dining, and local events are just minutes away. Combining thoughtful design, modern convenience, and a rare beachfront setting, this home is an exceptional opportunity on Lake Michigan.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2019
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: HardiPlank Type
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Upper Level
Basement
- Basement: Slab
Bathroom1
- Level: Lower
Bathroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom2
- Level: Lower
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Area
- Level: Upper
Family Room
- Level: Upper
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Wet Bar,Center Island,Eat-in Kitchen
- Window features: Screens,Insulated Windows,Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,138
- Total interior livable area: 2,138 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
Living Room
- Level: Upper
Master Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Master Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 805380700610
Features
- Stories: 3
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Waterbody name: Lake Michigan
Lot
- Lot size: 2,178 sqft
- Features: Level,Shrubs/Hedges
- Lot size dimensions: 41 x 96 x 21 x irreg
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Attached,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hail
- Strong Wind
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Van Buren County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $11,377 | $136,524 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,207 | $14,484 |
| Property Taxes | $2,081 | $24,972 |
| Electricity | $233 | $2,798 |
| Total | $14,898 | $178,776 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-02 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000 |
| 2025-12-25 | Listing removed | $2,350,000 |
| 2025-09-09 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000 |
| 2019-06-26 | Sold | $1,050,000 |
