29128 Jefferson Avenue
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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Known as “The Castle on the Lake,” this iconic Lake St. Clair waterfront estate is a rare and unforgettable offering. Set on approximately 0.71 acres with an impressive 113 feet of lake frontage, this remarkable property offers an exceptional waterfront lifestyle with captivating lake views from almost every room.Rich in architectural character and timeless appeal, the estate features a carriage house, attached two-car garage, widow's walk, turret, Juliet balconies, and a grandfathered-in boathouse. A dramatic 2-story glass Palladian window fills the home with natural light and enhances the stunning waterfront setting, while a gated motor court leads to beautifully landscaped grounds and creates a grand approach to the residence.Inside, this home stands apart from today's newer construction with its old-world craftsmanship, memorable architectural details, and layout designed to showcase the beauty of the lake. The atrium connects the main residence to the carriage house, which includes its own kitchen, living room, breakfast room, bedroom, pantry, and separate entrance.The main home offers a finished basement with a spacious rec room anchored by a fantastic stone fireplace, along with a large laundry room, abundant storage, a workroom, and a half bath. Exterior and waterfront improvements noted in prior public records include slate roof repairs, updated sunroom windows, steel grating at the dock, electrical service to the boat hoist, steel seawall, boathouse, hoist, and dock. New boiler installed in 2026.From its sunrise water views to its rare combination of scale, frontage, and architectural presence, this is a truly one-of-a-kind waterfront estate offering historic charm, exceptional features, and unmatched appeal on Lake St. Clair.

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Single Family Home
• Special Conditions: REO/Bank Owned
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Macomb County
• Zip Code: 48081
• Year Built: 1926
• Subdivision/Neighborhood: Saint Clair Shores City
• School District: Lakeshore (St. Clair)
• Sq.Ft.: 4,582 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 21
• Bedrooms: 5
• Full Baths: 5
• Half Baths: 1
• Basement: Daylight, Yes
• Garage: Attached, 2 Car
• Fireplace: Living Room
• Lot Size: 0.67 acres
• Baths: 6
• Waterfront: Lake
• Additional Items: Basement Finished
• Basement Full Baths: 1
• Bathroom 1: 9 x 8, Level-Main
• Bathroom 2: 9 x 8, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 3: 9 x 8, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 4: 6 x 6, Level-Upper
• Bathroom 5: 6 x 5, Level-Basement
• Bedroom 2: 12 x 12, Level-Main
• Bedroom 3: 14 x 12, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 4: 13 x 9, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 5: 14 x 10, Level-Upper
• Bedroom 6: 13 x 9, Level-Upper
• Building Area Total: 3382
• Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
• Cross Street: 12 mile
• Dining Area: 9 x 7, Level-Upper
• Dining Room: 13 x 14, Level-Main
• Directions: on Jefferson south of 12 Mile Rd
• Family Room: 27 x 11, Level-Main
• Game Room: 29 x 29, Level-Basement
• Heat Source: Natural Gas
• Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
• Interior Features: Basement Finished
• Kitchen: 17 x 12, Level-Main, 13 x 10, Level-Upper
• Laundry: 19 x 10, Level-Basement
• Laundry Features: Lower Level
• Living Room: 26 x 13, Level-Main, 16 x 10, Level-Upper
• Lot Size Area: 0.67
• Lot Size Square Feet: 29185.2
• Lot Size Units: Acres
• Main Full Baths: 1
• Main Type: Residential
• Office: 17 x 9, Level-Upper
• Parcel Number: 1414130038
• Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
• Primary Bathroom: 15 x 13, Level-Upper
• Road Frontage: 113
• Roof: Slate
• SEV: 381000
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Special Conditions Details: REO/Bank Owned
• Street Type: Paved
• Tax Annual Amount: 18412
• Tax Legal Description: ASSESSOR'S PLAT NO 27 (L15, P10) LOTS 31 & 32
• Total Baths Above Grade: 5
• Total Beds Above Grade: 5
• Total Rooms AG: 15
• Township: Saint Clair Shores City
• Upper Bedrooms: 4
• Upper Full Baths: 4
• Water Frontage 3: 113
• Water Heater: Natural Gas
• Water Source: Public