LAKEFRONT COTTAGE ON GOOSE LAKE SELLING REGARDLESS OF PRICE!  

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 -- Bidding begins closing out at 6 pm

Property Address 3485 W Shoreline Drive, Columbia City, IN 46725

Open House: Tuesday, November 11th from 5:30 - 6 pm

Auction Manager: Brent Ruckman, call/text: 260.609.2155

• Etna Troy Township • Whitley County
• 2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 65+ feet of lake frontage
• $1177.32 Annual Taxes • 800 SF 
• Legal Description: LOT 25 OAK PARK SUBDIVISION • Parcel #: 92-02-12-308-025.000-005

This property is selling regardless of price! Welcome to your lakefront getaway on Goose Lake—a serene, non-ski lake known for great fishing and quiet relaxation. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers a cozy and inviting layout, perfect for weekend escapes or year-round living. Open-concept kitchen and family room, plus a separate living room for extra space and comfort. Step outside to take in over 65 feet of private lake frontage, with your own pier included—perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply soaking in the view. Whether you're looking for a tranquil retreat or a charming year-round home, this cottage delivers lake life at its best. Don’t miss this rare opportunity on Goose Lake! 

Schedule Your Private Showing Today! Call/Text Auction Manager, Brent Ruckman, at 260.609.2155 or our office at 260.982.0238

A 5% buyer's premium will be added to the winning invoice.

TERMS: This will be a soft close, the end time continues to extend by a few minutes whenever a bid is placed within 2 minutes of the auction closing. This means it doesn't truly end until all bidding has stopped, providing a fair opportunity to all bidders! $5,000 down day of the auction with the balance at closing. The Sellers will provide a Personal Representative's Deed & an Owner's Title Insurance Policy at closing. If survey is required for clear title, the costs shall be split 50/50 by the Seller and Buyer(s). Buyer(s) agree to sign the purchase agreement within 24 hours of the auction ending and submit their earnest money to Metzger Property Services within the 24 hour time period via cash, check or wire transfer. Buyer(s) agree to pay an additional $25 wire transfer fee if wiring said funds. Buyer(s) who fail to do so will be in breach of contract and are subject to damages &/or specific performance. 

RE BROKERS: Must Register Clients 24 hrs. in advance of the auction & be present with them at any & all showings they attend to receive compensation. Client Registration form is in docs. Seller has the right to accept bids prior to auction.