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$2,500,000
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
MLS# 18025247
Status: Sold
3 beds | 2 baths | 2360 sqft
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Property Description
The private estate of the late and great Muhammad Ali. One of the most significant and celebrated athletes of the 20th century. This iconic property includes 81 acres with a mile of river frontage. As you enter the gated entrance, the serenity and privacy will embrace you. The lawn and extensive landscaping is phenomenal. A circular drive takes you to the main house, carriage house, pool, gym, garages, barns, and office epicenter. The Gym is midpoint. You will feel his presence. The boxing ring is center stage. Various exercise equipment surrounds it. Steam room, private baths, massage room, laundry and hot tub spa. A full sport basketball court is just outside. (Click ''More'' for additional remarks.)
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Location Property Info
County: Berrien
Street #: 8105
Street Name: Kephart
Suffix: Lane
State: MI
Zip Code: 49103
Area: Southwestern Michigan - S
OfficeContract Info
Status: Sold
List Price: $2,895,037
Current Price: $2,500,000
Listing Date: 2018-06-05
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 81.25
Lot Square Footage: 3539250
Lot Dimensions: 50 Irr: 2,714/5,630
Year Built: 1900
Road Frontage: 50
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 5
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 5
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 3960
SqFt Above Grade: 2360
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 3
School District: Berrien Springs
# of Outbuildings: 5
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: St Joseph River
Tax Info
Tax ID #: 111500010001007
Taxable Value: 817166
SEV: 1188600
For Tax Year: 2017
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 30467
Tax Year: 2017
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: Unknown
Remarks Misc
Directions: US 31/St. Joseph in Berrien Springs, N on Kephart
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2018-09-26
Sold Date: 2018-12-21
Sold Price: $2,500,000
Sold Price/SqFt: 1059.32
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 5630
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Upper Bedrooms: 3
Upper Full Baths: 1
Upper Level Square Feet: 800
Total Baths Above Grade: 1
Main Rooms
Main Level SQFT: 1560
Manufactured
Manufactured Y/N: No
Outbuilding 1
Outbuilding Description: Barn
Outbuilding 2
Outbuilding Description: Guest House
Outbuilding 3
Outbuilding 3 Description: Pole Barn
Outbuilding 4
Outbuilding Description: Storage Shed
Outbuilding 5
Outbuilding Description: Other
Property Features
Water Type: River
Exterior Material: Stucco; Wood Siding
Roofing: Composition
Substructure: Daylight; Slab; Walk-Out Access
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected; Phone Connected
Util Avail at Street: Natural Gas Available; Phone Available
Kitchen Features: Center Island; Pantry
Fireplace: Family Room; Gas Log
Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); Garage Door Opener; Generator; Hot Tub Spa
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Forced Air; Radiant
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
Security Features: Security System
Landscape: Decor Pond; Flower Garden; Fountain; Garden Area; Ground Cover; Shrubs/Hedges; Underground Sprinkler; Waterfall
Pool: In Ground
Other Structures: Barn(s); Cabana; Guest House; Pole Barn; Shed(s); Other
Parking Features: Detached
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Driveway: Paved
Street Type: Paved
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Sale Conditions: None
Supplements
The Office Epicenter is just to the right of the gym and includes The Champ's private office complete with a conference area and private bath. Mail room, vault, full kitchen, loading ramp and several additional office spaces. Basement. A car collector will appreciate the Two Garages each with five plus car/RV/equipment spaces. Two original Barns. Both Houses are to the left of the gym and surround the expansive Pool area. The Outdoor Kitchen is complete with appliances, grills and is located under a barreled rooftop. Bath house. Elaborate sound system. Pergola to add that southern charm. The Main House offers four bedrooms with a family room and expansive living area. The kitchen features imported tile and a large pantry. Three car garage. Enjoy the lush green lawn and shade trees in the front yard with the tranquility of the waterfall rock garden. It may have been here where he coined the slogan "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee." The Carriage House is private guest quarters with a beautiful sun room and deck overlooking the pond, complete with a fountain, which sits in front of the river. The Office and Gym have French doors that open to gorgeous patios. The grounds also include a gazebo and a fire pit. Gardens. Elaborate security systems. Climate controlled garages. Generators. Muhammad and Lonnie came here to revitalize. A place of nirvana for beauty, quiet and privacy. Or, an unforgettable entertainment hub, at all levels, accommodating five to five hundred.
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Length | Width | Level | Width | Remarks |
| Kitchen | 20.00 | 20.00 | 15.00 | Lower | 15.00 | |
| Dining Room | Formal | |||||
| Dining Area | ||||||
| Family Room | 24.00 | 24.00 | 24.00 | Lower | 24.00 | Built-in custom cabinets/shelves |
| Living Room | 33.00 | 33.00 | 39.00 | Main | 39.00 | Built-in custom cabinets/shelves |
| Recreation | ||||||
| Den | ||||||
| Laundry | 22.00 | 22.00 | 6.00 | Lower | 6.00 | |
| Primary Bedroom | 15.00 | 15.00 | 10.00 | Upper | 10.00 | Dorner |
| Primary Bathroom | ||||||
| Bedroom 2 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 10.00 | Upper | 10.00 | Dormer |
| Bedroom 3 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 10.00 | Upper | 10.00 | Dormer |
| Bedroom 4 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 10.00 | Upper | 10.00 | Used as walk-in closet-Dormer |
| Bedroom 5 | ||||||
| Other | ||||||
| Other | ||||||
| Other | ||||||
| Other | ||||||
| Other |
Listing Office: Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Listing Agent: Tim Mitchell
Last Updated: February - 14 - 2025
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