955 & 957 W Center Street

Overview

Welcome to The Gardens, an exceptional Saugatuck/Douglas property located just ONE BLOCK from the Douglas Beach public access stairs. Walk to Lake Michigan in minutes—no searching for beach parking or fighting summer traffic! Stroll along the nearby nature preserve on your way to Woosah for morning coffee or stop at the iconic Root Beer Barrel for a midday snack. The list price includes BOTH 955 & 957 Center Street, sold together as one duplex property. Originally the historic Button Gallery, The Gardens was thoughtfully transformed in 2005 into two beautiful residences surrounded by lush gardens, mature trees, and flowering landscapes. Azalea (955) is a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence featuring a primary suite with dual vanities and custom tiled shower, two additional bedrooms, in-unit laundry, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, open living and dining areas, and gas fireplace. Outdoor amenities include a new deck, hot tub, fire pit, custom gazebo swings, and beautiful

Property details

What to ask about this one

Three questions worth putting to the listing side before you write anything. They are specific to this property, not a checklist.

1. 01

   Confirm critical dune and high-risk erosion mapping on the parcel

2. 02

   Ask for any EGLE permits covering beach stairs or shore protection

3. 03

   Budget for a pre-1978 inspection — lead paint, knob-and-tube, and the roof

4. 04

   Ask what the taxable value uncaps to after the sale, not what the seller pays now