Kalkaska County Manistee Lake Vacant Acreage

Private 100 feet of frontage and over ten acres of hardwoods on 860 acre all sports Manistee Lake provides the perfect spot to build your dream home or cottage with sunset views.  Located on a private tree shrouded drive of lovely homes and serene countryside, this is a unique parcel.  Vacant waterfront parcels are becoming rare and one with acreage is even more rare.  This is you opportunity to own something very special.

Manistee Lake is widely know for its popular all sports water activity, fantastic fishing and spectacular sunsets.  There are two convenience stores within a mile who sell deli, pizza, all necessary cottage items plus gas.  The Township fire department is within a mile as well and you are a short drive to all the fine restaurants and  brew pubs the area has to offer.  If you want year around outdoor activity, no problem, snowmobiling and skiing are minutes away as well.  Easy access off I-75 and US-131 have made this one of the most popular destinations in the North.

MLS #1796091 is worth a look if you want a spot to invest for your new waterfront home.  Contact mary@homewaters.net or call Mary Janik at 231-384-1207 for a copy of survey or additional information.

New Layout for Searches on Homewaters.net!

As always, we are conintuing to improve the look and functionality of our top ranked website, www.homewaters.net.  Today we introduced a retooled look to all of our searches based largely on user comment.  We brought the search buttons alongside the maps in order to prevent scrolling and to be more mobile friendly.  We also removed a lot of the instructional language to clean up the site a bit.

We also squared up the maps a bit more in order to allow users to more easily zoom into their actual region of interest.  Take a look when you get a chance.  We hope you'll agree that the site is even better than before.  With over 10,000 monthly visitors we feel like we're on the right track but will continue to make improvements.  Have a terrific weekend and please reach out to us if you have comments or suggestions on how to improve the site.  When you're ready to buy, reach out to the Homewaters Agent or Broker in your area.

Gladwin County Lakes...Spring is in the Air!

Gladwin County Lakes....

Spring is in the Air!!!

Featuring Wixom Lake, Secord Lake, Sugar Springs (Lake Lancer & Lake Lancelot), Smallwood Lake and many more!     

                                                                                  Secord Lake 

There are currently 65 active listings for Secord Lake ranging from $19,900 - $349,900

Secord Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre serene and picturesque all sports lake. The lake takes in Secord Township and is formed by the Tittabawassee River system. It would take many hours of boat travel to see the entire lake! You will find miles of shoreline and much sandy swimming!  Many people enjoy Secord Lake with pontoons, ski boats, jet ski's, fishing boats and it's not uncommon to see a canoe or kayak during the quieter times.

Below are featured listings for Secord Lake:

47 West River Drive, Gladwin, Michigan $149,900

1686 Middlepoint Dr., Alger, Michigan $64,900  

Click Here to search more available listings for Secord Lake!

Wixom Lake 

There are currently 71 active listings on Wixom Lake ranging in price from $6,900-$469,900 

Wixom Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre all sports lake, inside Gladwin County and located in Beaverton, Michigan. The lake takes in Billings and Tobacco Township and is formed by the Tittabawassee River system and is also fed by the Cedar and Tobacco Rivers. 

It would take many hours of boat travel to see the entire lake! Many people enjoy Wixom Lake with pontoons, ski boats, jet ski's, fishing boats and it's not uncommon to see a canoe or kayak during the quieter times. Be sure to check out "Pontoon Alley", a local and very popular area to spend the afternoon on Wixom Lake! Pontoon Alley boasts a shallow, sandy bottom swimming area with a very festive atmosphere!   

Below are featured listings on Wixom Lake. Click on the address to learn more about them.

4322 Anderson, Beaverton, Michigan $129,900

4522 Lakeview, Beaverton, Michigan $119,000

4508 Lakeview, Beaverton, Michigan $134,900

Click here to search available listings on Wixom Lake!

Sugar Springs ~ Lake Lancer & Lake Lancelot 

There are currently 187 active listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot ranging in price from $1,500 to $425,000

Lake Lancer & Lancelot offer 1,000 acres of water fun with Lake Lancer at 780 acres and Lancelot at 230 acres. These two lakes are private and are for residents of Sugar Springs, a planned community with over 3,200 platted acres. There are 15 private beach clubs along the shores of the lakes for association members only. Some of the beach clubs offer restrooms, showers, swimming, picnic areas and boat launches. Fisherman enjoy the tranquility of the lakes and the Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass and Panfish that can readily be caught from both Lake Lancer & Lake Lancelot. Lake waters are tested annually and treated several times per year to control weeds and infestation allowing boaters, skiers, jet skiers and swimmers to enjoy the waters!  

Below are listings featured in Sugar Springs: 

4696 Canniche Court (vacant lot), Gladwin, Michigan $109,000 

Click here to search available listings in Sugar Springs! 

Smallwood Lake 

There are currently 30 active listings for near by Smallwood Lake ranging from $24,900-$464,500

Below are featured listing for Smallwood Lake:  

1304 Rivers Terrace Road, Gladwin, Michigan $464,500

1580 Moose Drive, Gladwin, Michigan $98,000

Lot 8 of River Oaks Point, Gladwin, Michigan $79,000

Click here to search more available listings for Smallwood Lake!!

Gladwin County has many lakes that offer boating, fishing, swimming and so much more!  Year round fun!  

Click on the links below to see the listing on those specific lakes:

Pratt Lake

Wiggins Lake

Ross Lake 

Elk Lake 

Blue Lake 

Indian Lake

McGilvery Lake

Wixom Lake Waterfront Home! Price Reduction at 4322 Anderson Drive, Beaverton

Wixom Lake Waterfront Home for Sale!

4322 Anderson Drive, Beaverton, Michigan

$129,900

MLS #162909

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

Square Feet: 1350

Call Sonya at 989-429-2600 to check availability and arrange a showing!

Play on the weekends or live year round! 100' of Wixom Lake canal frontage. The house is located not too far off the main lake that you can't enjoy a great view, but far enough off the main lake for great fishing & peace and quiet!! Wood seawall that could use some attention w/ a deck at the waters edge large boardwalk. Step into this home and let the colors & eclectic decor immediately relax you. Large entry way w/ laundry connects to the attached 2 car garage. Very light & bright kitchen w/ ceramic tile flooring & appliances included. Dining area is very roomy & would be the perfect spot for family card games after enjoying an afternoon on the lake. 2 slider doors to the front yard in the living room that offer really beautiful view of Wixom Lake. Unique architectural details make this home or cottage a stand out! Upstairs you will find a small bedroom that could also be an office & a master suite that overlooks the water. Shady yard, newer metal roof, shed and paved road too! 

Click HERE to visit our website for more images and details on this Wixom Lake Waterfront Home!!

Click Here to Find Similar Wixom Lake Waterfront Homes in the Area

Smallwood Lake Waterfront Log Home with 10 Wooded Acres! 1304 Rivers Terrace Road, Gladwin

Smallwood Lake Waterfront Log Home with 10 Wooded Acres

1304 Rivers Terrace Road, Gladwin, Michigan

$464,500
MLS #162959

Custom Built Log Home
Bedroom: 3
Bathroom: 2.5
Square Feet: 1952 with 1871 Finished Walk Out Basement

Contact Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to arrange a showing.

Tucked away at the end of the road is the setting for this gorgeous, custom built log home. With 10 wooded acres and 300 feet of Smallwood Lake waterfront you truly get to experience the best of up north living! Covered porch leads you to the front door. Enter and you will be awed by the quality finishes and the amazing views of the water. Knotty Pine flooring throughout and tongue & groove ceilings. Living room offers vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, a fireplace with field stone surround and many windows that bathe the room in natural light. A turret shaped room off the living room leads to the extensive decking with retractable awnings. Spacious master suite is located on the main floor. Luxurious master bath with soaking tub & tiled, roomy, walk in shower. The kitchen and dining area is one you have dreamed of! Granite counters, stainless steel appliances and ample cupboard and counter space with a center island. Full, finished basement offers 3 additional bedrooms and huge family room. Home has a 2.5 car attached garage and 30x40 detached garage with RV carport.

Click HERE to see additional photos and learn more about this Smallwood Lake Waterfront Home!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW ADDITIONAL SMALLWOOD LAKE HOMES!

Gladwin & Clare County Real Estate Market Snapshot for February

February 2015 Real Estate Market Snapshot for Gladwin and Clare County Area Homes

Featured Listing!

Secord Lake Waterfront Home!

47 West River Drive, Gladwin

$149,900

MLS #162871

Active Listings: 776 (62 new listings came on the market in February)

Average Asking Price: $108,239

Average Days on Market : 271

Range of Asking Prices: $9,900 - $875,000

Sold: 34 Sold in February (40 sold in January)

Average Asking Price of Sold Listings: $61,051
Average Selling Price of Sold Listings: $65,612

Average Days on Market of Sold Listings: 158 (90 days less than January)

Sellers Received: 93.0% of their asking price

Total Residential Sales Volume: $2,014,700 (down from $2,597,403 in January)
Listings Sold by Price Range
0-99,999: 26 (down 7 from January)
100,000-199,999: 7 (down 2 from January)
200,000-299,999: 1 (down 1 from January)
300,000-399,999: 0 (same as January)
400,000 and above: 0 (same as January) 

New Smallwood Lake Waterfront!

Truly Unique Log Home with 10 Acres & 300 Feet of Waterfront

1304 Rivers Terrace Road, Gladwin

$464,500

MLS #162959

**44 Homes Expired off the Market in February

Absorption Rate = 1.9 Years

KALKASKA COUNTY EAST LAKE PRIVATE FRONTAGE-$44,900

Wow, imagine your own Seasonal get away for only $44,900. Almost an acre parcel with 75 feet of private frontage on all sports East Lake, two outbuildings, well, electric and septic already in place.  County Zoning allows for RV to be placed on the property and used for up to 120 days per year.  What a great affordable idea for week-ends and two week vacations.

Awake to the soulful sound of Loons! Head out for an early morning or evening fishing for bass, bluegill, pike, and perch.  Take the children or the grandchildren out for an afternoon of jet skiing or water skiing. Easy 25 minute drive to Traverse City or minutes away to Kalkaska and Fife Lake.

This property boasts towering trees and a beautiful setting to make new memories Up North at an extremely affordable price.  Great opportunity to enjoy the property today and would make a fabulous setting to build your retirement home or year around cottage.  Near thousands of acres of State Land and the Manistee River.  Call Mary at 231/384-1207 or email mary@homewaters.net for additional information.

Wixom Lake Waterfront Home for Sale! 4322 Anderson Drive, Beaverton

Wixom Lake Waterfront Home for Sale!

4322 Anderson Drive, Beaverton, Michigan

$139,900

MLS #162909

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

Square Feet: 1350

Call Sonya at 989-429-2600 to check availability and arrange a showing!

Play on the weekends or live year round! 100' of Wixom Lake canal frontage. The house is located not too far off the main lake that you can't enjoy a great view, but far enough off the main lake for great fishing & peace and quiet!! Wood seawall that could use some attention w/ a deck at the waters edge large boardwalk. Step into this home and let the colors & eclectic decor immediately relax you. Large entry way w/ laundry connects to the attached 2 car garage. Very light & bright kitchen w/ ceramic tile flooring & appliances included. Dining area is very roomy & would be the perfect spot for family card games after enjoying an afternoon on the lake. 2 slider doors to the front yard in the living room that offer really beautiful view of Wixom Lake. Unique architectural details make this home or cottage a stand out! Upstairs you will find a small bedroom that could also be an office & a master suite that overlooks the water. Shady yard, newer metal roof, shed and paved road too! 

Click HERE to visit our website for more images and details on this Wixom Lake Waterfront Home!!

Click Here to Find Similar Wixom Lake Waterfront Homes in the Area

Introducing March's Featured Artist of the Month, Joey B. Lax-Salinas

We're excited to feature Joey B. Lax-Salinas as our featured artist for March.  His work is now up on the front page of www.homewaters.net.  We were drawn toward his work during our own search for images to use to promote our Downtown Traverse City effort.  His work really captured the energy of downtown and the surrounding areas.  you can view and purchaser more of his Traverse Area Photos at www.traversecityphotos.com.  Here is some background from his website.

"I’m a traveling photographer born and raised in Northwest Indiana who fell in love with Traverse City and it’s surrounding areas after photographing thousands of photos in and around the Traverse City area.

I first traveled to Traverse City not all that long ago. In the summer of 2012, I took a road trip around Lake Michigan, starting in my home area of Northwest Indiana and driving east and north through Grand Rapids and up to Traverse City. Traverse City was the first stop and I stayed for two nights, enjoying the downtown area on Front Street, a drive through the towns on the Leelanau County Peninsula, and exploring and hiking at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. With my time in Traverse City limited to just under two days, I was able to get a well-balanced first experience of the city and enjoyed a nice dinner at Amical downtown on Front Street. After loading up with BBQ sauce from Cherry Republic, Oils and Vinegars from Fustini’s, and teas from Spice Merchants, I headed out of town to continue my trip. Later in 2012, I would make another over night stop in late October to see a much more quiet and subdued Traverse City in late fall.

In 2013, a trip was planned to go to Traverse City during the Cherry Festival, capturing action from the city’s biggest summer festival. I returned in August to see the very beginnings of the leaves change and also took an aerial tour of Traverse City and the north Grand Traverse County area capturing a couple hundred photos in the air above front street and the Grand Traverse Bay.

Traverse City Photographer for Commercial Licensing

After taking several trips to Traverse City and posting many Traverse City and Leelanau County photos on my primary photography website JoeyBLS Photography, business people in the Traverse City area began to contact me about licensing my digital photos for commercial use. That gave me the idea to create a single location for people to browse through photos to find photos that they could use for their website or business marketing materials, such as catalogs, flyers, brochures, business cards, posters, email templates and more.

Since I live in Northwest Indiana, I only get up to Traverse City a couple of times a year, but each time I do, I look for more places and more photos to capture and add into the gallery. My goal is to capture all the aspects of life in Traverse City and to be the Traverse City photographer to go to when it comes to licensing photos for commercial use, so I hope to return in the winter months for some snow photos so be sure to check back often. In the meantime, follow me onFacebook, Twitter, Google+, Flickr, and Instagram."

Thanks so much for participating, Joey!  Your work looks terrific on the front page of the site.

Stunning Downtown Traverse City Setting and Home

The overall scenario doesn't get any better in a downtown Traverse City upscale home.  This home boasts one of the best locations that can be found downtown, with the ability to enjoy a park-like setting with towering trees, tiered landscaping, and Kids Creek winding its way through the North edge of this large lot.

At just under half an acre, this parcel is the largest in the Central neighborhood, and being a corner lot at the corner of 5th and Wadsworth, it feels even bigger. Plus, there are views of Boardman River and West Grand Traverse Bay from numerous spots on the property!

Built in 1894, this sunny house is bursting with character, yet tasteful updates make it a very comfortable home. The large, bright kitchen's white wood cabinets contrast new stainless steel appliances, and an adjoining dining room offers plenty of space for gatherings.

A private main floor master suite includes a bay window overlooking the creek and a pretty sitting area or office space. Upstairs are four large bedrooms, two with original 3/4" maple flooring, and all with ample closets. The downstairs walk-out level includes a cozy family room, additional kitchen and plenty of storage.

Other features: All new thermal windows, paint, carpeting, refinished wood floors, roof, exterior fiber-board siding, and a professionally designed stone patio, garden and front walkway. Need more room? A darling, converted carriage house sits on the banks of Kids Creek and features a kitchen area, bath, BR, large attic room, deck and perennial garden -- perfect for a mother-in-law suite or guest house. 

Take an easy walk to beaches, shops, festivals, theaters, and restaurants.  Burritt's Market, North Peak Brewery, and Folgarelli's Market and Wine Shop are quite literally a "stones throw"!  Click here to see more about this home.

Introducing John McNeil, Our Newest Sales Associate

We're very excited to announce the addition of Sales Associate, John McNeil.  John will give us a stronger presence north of Traverse City from Elk Rapids to Charlevoix and Petoskey.  Originally licensed in 2005, John worked with buyers and sellers along the Lake Michigan shoreline area in Grand Haven.  He has since opened a pair of new businesses in The Traverse Region including The Wet Mitten Surf Shop, which he still owns, and North Perk Coffee in downtown Petoskey.  In between these ventures he's managed to flip some investment properties and spend his spare time stand up paddling, kite boarding and surfing (yep, surfing in Michigan!).  His depth of knowledge on the area waterways will be a huge resource for his waterfront clients.  John also has a rare quality of making immediate friends with just about everyone he meets.  That charm, his work ethic and his passion for waterfront living make him an ideal choice for buyers and sellers of waterfront property in the Elk Rapids to Petoskey corridor.  Click HERE to learn a bit more about John or reach out to him at john@homewaters.net if you or any of your family or friends have a real estate need in the area.