By Jason Veenstra, REALTOR® | Veenstra Team brokered by eXp Realty | September 23, 2026
Virtually staged open-concept living area at 237 Markus Glen Drive, showing the spacious living room, dining area, and kitchen with modern finishes, large windows, and abundant natural light.
237 Markus Glen Drive is a completed 2026 home by Cornerstone Construction in the Lake Doster community, and one of its quieter strengths is how little it asks of your calendar. Brand-new mechanicals, public water and sewer, and a site-condominium association whose modest $360 annual fee lists snow removal among its inclusions all point toward the same result: more of your week spent enjoying the home and less of it spent maintaining it.
Many buyers reach a point where they want space and quality without taking on a list of projects. Maybe you have owned an older house and know how quickly weekends fill with repairs. Maybe you travel, work long hours, or simply want your free time for golf, family, or the lake. The question is not whether a home will need care; every home does. The question is how much of that care is already handled, and how predictable the rest can be.
New Construction Starts the Maintenance Clock at Zero
In a new home, the roof, windows, forced-air furnace, central air, water heater, and appliances all begin their service lives together. That does not eliminate upkeep, but it usually means your early years of ownership focus on routine care such as filter changes and seasonal checks rather than replacements.
At 237 Markus Glen Drive, the kitchen comes equipped with a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, and there is a pantry for keeping supplies organized. Laundry is on the main level, the same floor as the primary suite, so the most frequent household routines stay close together. Ask for builder warranty details so you know exactly what is covered and for how long.
Public Utilities Keep Things Simple
The home is served by public water and public sewer. For many buyers, that means no private well to test and no septic system to pump or monitor. You pay utility bills instead, which makes those services easy to budget and removes a category of ownership decisions some buyers would rather not manage.
If you would like to see the live photos and current details of the home, the listing page is the best place to look.
A Site Condominium With Shared Standards
237 Markus Glen Drive is a site condominium within a golf community. In practical terms, you own the home, while the association helps maintain consistent standards across the neighborhood. The $360 annual fee lists snow removal as an included service. I recommend confirming exactly what that covers, such as roads, driveways, or walks, by reviewing the association documents before you rely on it.
Shared standards can also help protect the character of the neighborhood you are buying into. Lake Doster beach and golf amenities are available to owners through separate memberships, so you can choose the level of involvement that fits your lifestyle and budget. Verify the current membership terms before counting on either one.
Aerial view of 237 Markus Glen Drive showing the newly constructed home on a spacious homesite overlooking the 17th fairway of Lake Doster Golf Club, with surrounding trees and neighboring homes.
Space That Works Without Extra Work
A lower-maintenance home does not have to feel small. This one offers 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,459 finished square feet, including a walkout lower level. The 3-car garage keeps vehicles, lawn equipment, and golf gear out of the weather and organized in one place.
The 0.37-acre homesite overlooks the 17th fairway of Lake Doster Golf Club, which gives you an open view without asking you to maintain all of the green space you look at. That is a meaningful difference from buying extra acreage simply to create distance.
Practical Questions to Ask During Your Showing
What builder warranty applies, and how are warranty requests handled?
What exactly does association snow removal include, and what other services, rules, or assessments apply?
How will property taxes be assessed now that construction is complete?
What are the current Lake Doster beach and golf membership options and costs?
Current Snapshot
Address: 237 Markus Glen Drive, Plainwell, MI 49080 (Gun Plain Township)
Status and price: Active at $544,914, verified September 23, 2026
Home: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2,459 finished sq ft, completed 2026 construction by Cornerstone Construction
Ownership: Site condominium; $360 annual association fee lists snow removal; public water and sewer
MLS#: 26027521
Status, price, and availability can change, so please check the live listing for the most current details.
Your Next Step
If you want a newer home that leaves more of your time free, 237 Markus Glen Drive is worth a closer look. We can walk through the association documents, the warranty, and the membership options together so you understand the full picture before you decide. Call or text me at 269-350-5514, or book a short call with Cindi to talk about fit and timing.
Schedule a 15-Minute Conversation with Cindi
For more on this home, read what it is like to wake up to the 17th fairway at 237 Markus Glen Drive and what move-in-ready new construction means here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 237 Markus Glen Drive have public water and sewer?
Yes. The home is served by public water and public sewer.
What does the association fee cover?
The $360 annual fee lists snow removal among its inclusions. Review the association documents to confirm the exact scope and any other services or rules.
Are Lake Doster golf and beach access included?
No. Owners are eligible for Lake Doster beach and golf amenities through separate memberships. Verify current terms and costs before relying on either.
Jason Veenstra is a REALTOR®, Associate Broker, and Team Leader of the Veenstra Team, brokered by eXp Realty, serving Greater Kalamazoo and West Michigan. Call or text 269-350-5514.
