What a great opportunity for first time buyers to own a home and lease half to help with monthly mortgage payments.  This makes owning a home very affordable.  This duplex is conveniently located within walking distance to all the schools in the city of Otsego in Allegan County.  A brand new High School opened this year.  INVESTORS: if you are looking for a rental property with no repairs needed, this is it.  Renters pay for everything except water. This 2 unit duplex offers one large bedroom, full bath, living room and kitchen on each level. The lower level bath has been completely redone and is adorable! Two new furnaces and water heaters were installed in 2006. Upgrades in 2003 were new vinyl siding, tear off roof, replacement windows, exterior doors, flew in chimney, countertops, wall sconces, and separate 100 amp electrical services. Both units include a refrigerator and electric range. Tenants pay for trash, electric, and gas. Abundant parking, very well kept, fresh paint and has consistent rental history. Call for a personal showing and a detailed financial expense history.  Directions: From US-131: W on M-89; S on Farmer St; W on Morrell St  Map to Duplex

For more pictures, community and school info, visit www.southwesternmichiganrealestate.com or www.jennievans.com

This is a great cottage located in Allegan County equal distance between Chicago and Detroit.  Whether you are local to Southwestern Michigan and want a convenient getaway for local family gatherings or just lots of fun in the sun; or you are from another city and want a place within travel distance, you have found the perfect destination here.

A seasonal cottage on Eagle Lake, a 225 acre, all sports lake with good fishing, duck hunting and swimming. 

The features include:

• 490 sq. ft. cottage with room to add on or tear down and build your dream home
• Inlcudes Refrigerator & microwave
• One Bedroom - One bath (shower)
• New deck - 24 ft. by 14 ft.
• Dock with capacity for three boats
• Lot is approximately 95 ft. wide x 80 ft. deep
• Water - Well
• Septic with holding tank - city sewer may be available in near future
• Fishing includes Bass, Pike, Blue Gill & Croppy
• Pontoon Boat, Jet Ski, Raft and Paddle Boat are also for sale

For lots more photos of the Lake, Lot and Interior along with community info, visit:  www.southwesternmichiganrealestate.com or www.jennievans.com

Wonderful Cape Cod home minutes from Otsego & just off US-131 between Grand Rapids & Kalamazoo. This family home sits on 11.25 acres, 7.25 of which are included with the home, and the other 4 are available at a negotiable price. The back of this home overlooks a deep gorge with a view that cannot be adequately described. It has over 3800 finished sq ft. including finished basement of 1000 sq. ft.  First floor master suite has a large walk-in closet, private bathroom w/ whirlpool tub & separate double headed shower.  Additional first floor bath, living room & family room.  Upper level has two large bedrooms & full bath.  Finished Walk-out basement opens to a wood patio/deck which leads to stairs which connects to the 65 ft long upper deck. The deck runs the full length of the back of the home with a screened in room at one end.  There is not another property on the market like it--Must see to appreciate the unique quality of this home and the breath taking views! 

• 4 bedrooms
• 3 full baths
• 3 car attached garage
• first floor laundry room
• office with French doors
• family room with wood burning fireplace
• Wood floor and ceramic tile runs through most of the main level
• All appliances stay
• Gas Log fireplace in Walk-out basement 
• Extra bedroom and large storage room
• Screened room on deck - door from garage & deck
• Water Softener
• Well & Septic
• Forced Air heating
• Central Air & Ceiling Fans
• Central Vacuum  

For lots of additional pictures and communicty & school information, visit Southwestern Michigan Real Estate or Jenni Evans.