8811 Waruf Ave, Portage, MI, 49002
About This Home
Priced per updated appraisal last fall. Main lake house is a 3bed 2bath, newly renovated. Traditional floorplan (not open concept). Hardwood floors in living/dining rooms with wood burning FP. Master on main, with 2 additional bedrms upstairs along with laundry and den. All season room overlooks the lake and deck. Basement has a finished rec room, root cellar, and tons of storage. The detached 3 car garage is two story with a 720sf guesthouse that includes full size kitchen with w/d, 1 bedrm with walk-in closet, and full bath. This is a legal grandfathered-in rental unit per the City that has been getting $1600. Outside you'll find a garden space with raised beds, multiple porches/patios, and lakeside a huge bi-level deck, and more storage in shed behind garage. New walk-in custom closet upstairs and new kitchen backsplash installed. Owner is real estate agent.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Materials
- Roof: Metal,Stone
- Construction materials: Stone,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Owned
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Other,Upper Level
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Guest Quarters,Center Island,Pantry
- Window features: Low-Emissivity Windows,Screens,Replacement,Insulated Windows,Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Laminate,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 318
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air,Wall Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,702
- Total interior livable area: 3,020 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1006900025O
- Zoning description: R-1A
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Chain Link,Front Yard,Other
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Waterbody name: Long Lake
Lot
- Lot size: 9,147 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 58 x 216
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
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
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Kalamazoo 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 | $4,399 | $52,788 |
| Home Insurance * | $394 | $4,728 |
| Property Taxes | $978 | $11,736 |
| Electricity | $329 | $3,952 |
| Total | $6,100 | $73,200 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-12 | Listed for sale | $889,000 |
| 2026-03-01 | Listing removed | $889,900 |
| 2025-10-20 | Price change | $889,900 |
| 2025-07-31 | Pending sale | $879,900 |
| 2025-05-08 | Listed for sale | $879,900 |
| 2024-08-20 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-05-09 | Listed for sale | $800,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-06-30 | Listing removed | $425,000 |
| 2020-02-09 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2014-10-01 | Listing removed | $362,900 |
| 2014-07-09 | Price change | $362,900 |
| 2014-05-31 | Listed for sale | $374,900 |
| 2013-11-15 | Listing removed | $1,600 |
| 2013-09-20 | Listed for rent | $1,600 |
| 2006-07-14 | Sold | $245,000 |
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