Ideal hunting and recreation property!

10% price reduction on this furnished cabin situated in the heart of ORV, ATV and Snowmobile country! 

1725 W Pine Tree, Baldwin, MI  49304
MLS #:  1725285    Listed at:  $53,900

 This 10 acre parcel is located in Baldwin, Michigan near the Pere Marquette, Pine and Little Manistee Rivers and adjoins state land for great recreational opportunities!!  Numerous trail systems adjacent to the property as well as lots of hunting and fishing in the area.

 
The well built 24'x24' cabin provides everything you need including 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and room to sleep up to 12 people. Easily accessible just 1/2 mile off M37. Conveniently located just 10 minutes to Baldwin, Irons or Luther.

For more information on area hunting property or this listing,
please contact Matt Geib at 231-357-3265 or at matt@homewaters.net.

Kalkaska County Manistee Lake Cottage Price Reduction

$10,000 price reduction to this Manistee Lake property in Kalkaska County. Property features 100 of sandy frontage on 860 acre all sport lake - the largest ground surface lake in Kalkaska County, Michigan. This family owned property has two fully equipped cottages with newer well and septic system, 20x30 garage, and a third cottage which needs some work and updating. It is on two deep lots providing lots of privacy. These two cottages are rented out on a week to week basis in season and are providing good income to defray the costs of maintenance and taxes. Perfect property for someone looking to enjoy the most popular lake in Kalkaska county.

Manistee Lake is located in the heart of Kalkaska County's year around recreational playground of snowmobiling, water sports, fishing, hunting, and absolute beauty. You are also a short drive away to the best downhill ski slopes in Northwest Michigan. A convenience store/gas station/deli - the Carefree Cove - is just around the corner providing convenience while relaxing at the lake. The village of Kalkaska is 9 miles to the west and boasts a hospital, Kaliseum recreational facility with pool and ice arena, local shopping in addition to the well known Cherry Street Market for locally grown produce and fresh deli foods.

The location on the east side of the lake provides spectacular sunsets and fabulous star gazing. For more information on these cottages, click here, or contact mary@homewaters.net.

2142 Bard Road, Gladwin, MI Cedar River!

2142 Bard Road, Gladwin, MI 48624

$59,900

MLS # 156101

Simply adorable cottage on 1 acre with the Cedar River running through it. Expansive front yard gently rolls down to the river banks. Heavily wooded land across the river. You can't help but feel comfortable inside this cozy cottage. Great room features a kitchen and dining area with retro refrigerator that matches the decor and center island with stove. Free standing wood stove to warm you up and slider door that fills the room with natural light. Private bedroom and 3/4 bath. Large storage shed, covered concrete patio and extensive decking overlooking the back yard and the river. This cottage was built for relaxing!! Fish in your back yard, hunt nearby, ride ORV's or snowmobiles on the designated trails or just curl up with a good book!

For more details click here to visit my website!!

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5073 Ruby Drive, Gladwin, MI Island Lake

5073 Ruby Drive, Gladwin, MI 48624

$83,800

MLS #156099

Beautiful Island Lake in Northern Gladwin County is the setting for this cozy 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath 832 sq foot home or cottage. Scenic Island Lake is home to loons and eagles and offers great fishing and sandy swimming. All activities are enjoyed at a quiet, leisurely pace as the lake doesn't allow gas motors. The 2 bedroom cottage features an open kitchen and living room with a large picture window to take in the amazing view from the wrap around decking. Wood stove insert in brick fireplace. 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath complete the main floor. Full, walkout basement offers a workshop area, storage, family room area for additional sleeping space and a bathroom. 1 car detached garage with attached carport, concrete drive, 4 storage sheds, relaxing fire pit on lakeside and a beautiful treed lot with oaks and maples. Island Assoc also offers 290 acres of wooded land for hunting or ATV riding. Snowmobile right to the trail head from here as well!

For more information click here to visit my website!!

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Value of a Realtor

Interesting article re: the attributes of partnering with a professional real estate agent when interested in either buying or selling property. Or in the event you are desirous of learning more about real estate transactions in general, you will fine some good insights embedded within this article. Enjoy the read!

KALKASKA COUNTY PRIME VACANT HUNTING ACREAGE

Wow, over 37 acres of prime vacant land in Kalkaska County adjoining thousands of acres of state land on the eastern boundary. This parcel is on a blacktop road and is just around the corner from the Blue Bear groomed snowmobile trail and across the road from the clean clear waters of Starvation Lake. Located in Blue Lake Township, this is an excellent piece of hunting property or a great place to build your home or cabin and enjoy all the recreational opportunities that make Kalkaska County so desirable. This parcel has over 1700 feet of road frontage and provides excellent privacy from its heavily wooded mix of pines and hardwoods. It is located minutes away from the groomed Blue Bear Snowmobile Trail, Starvation Lake public access, the Hideway Bar and Restaurant and is easy access for anyone traveling on I-75.

Kalkaska County is a great year around recreational paradise with all season activities. From the snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snow shoeing as well as downhill skiing in the winter, to fishing, boating and trail riding in the spring and summer to the outstanding bird and deer cover in the fall, it is highly sought after by individuals who are looking for an outdoors experience away from the noise and lights of the city.

If you have never travelled throughout Kalkaska County, you are in for a treat. We boast 90 lakes and 3 rivers; thousands of acres of state land; some of the cleanest lakes in the state of Michigan and we are in the snowbelt of Northwest Michigan providing great wintertime recreation. Geographically we are easily accessed by I-75 or U.S. 131 and are a short driving
distance to great shopping and restaurants in Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Bellaire, and all points in between.

Click here for more information on this listing or contact mary@homewaters.net.

Hunting Land in Gladwin County

Hunting Land in Gladwin County Michigan

Beautiful Gladwin County...A Hunters Paradise

Time to start getting ready for a hunters favorite time of the year! Gladwin, Michigan offers plentiful hunting land loaded with white tails and over 85,000 acres of state land for everyone's use. Whether it's with your own acreage to hunt, or a smaller piece close to or adjoining state land, wouldn't it be wonderful to have your own slice of Up North Heaven!

There are many affordable options for all price ranges and budgets. Click on the listings below that are currently available, and let me help you make your dream a reality.

Lot 51 Birchview, Gladwin Michigan MLS #153852 $5,500

5291 Wildwood, Alger, Michigan MLS #153071 $79,000

Lot 36 Birchview, Gladwin Michigan MLS #153853 $5,500

Lots 33 and 34 Spruce, Gladwin, Michigan MLS #154803 $3,900

5055 Adams, Gladwin, Michigan MLS #154563 $45,900

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

Real Estate Market Conditions for Wixom Lake

Real Estate Market Conditions for Wixom Lake

Wixom Lake

Welcome! Visitors are welcome in Beaverton, Michigan especially the kind that like to stay and play awhile! Come with your family, your friends or just yourself and I'll bet you'll make new friends while you're here! 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!
Public access (DNR Launch Site) on Dundas Road on the Tobacco River side of the lake.

There are currently 88 active listings on Wixom Lake. They range in price from $6,490 - $624,000.00.

August saw 10 new listings on Wixom Lake ranging in price from $30,000 - $169,900. During the month of August we saw two listings expire and four homes sell.

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

3060 Whitney Beach, Beaverton, Michigan $135,500

1177 Ashton, Beaverton Michigan $34,900

4237 Grant, Beaverton Michigan $39,900

681 Quillette, Beaverton Michigan $624,000

1278 Estey Road, Beaverton Michigan $119,900

856 Pawtuckett, Beaverton Michigan $399,900

4748 Hill Street, Beaverton Michigan $66,900

5385 M-30, Beaverton, Michigan $95,000

4127 Wieman Road, Beaverton, MI $51,900

5435 Oakridge, Beaverton, MI $299,000

627 Quillette, Beaverton, MI $140,000

Click here to search for more available listings on Wixom Lake

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

Real Estate Market Conditions on Secord Lake

Real Estate Market Conditions on Secord Lake

Secord Lake

Welcome! Visitors are welcome in Gladwin, Michigan especially the kind that like to stay and play awhile! Come with your family, your friends or just yourself and I'll bet you'll make new friends while you're here!
Secord Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre serene and picturesque all sports lake,inside Gladwin County and located in Gladwin, Michigan. 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. Don't forget to check out Lost Arrow Resort on the Water, a beautiful waterfront resort that boasts a fabulous restaurant serving many fine foods including farm raised venison. The resort also offers trophy whitetail hunting, a sporting clay course, fishing, indoor pool and spa!

There are currently 84 active listings for Secord Lake ranging from $49,000-$409,000.

August saw 6 new listings on Secord Lake ranging in price from $69,900 - $344,900. Four listings expried during the month and there were two sales for August.

Below are featured listings for Secord Lake

4426 Lakeview, Alger Michigan $110,000

2349 Tittabawassee, Alger, MI $69,900

0 Tittabawassee, Alger, MI $30,000

133 West River Drive, Gladwin, MI $189,500

Click here to visit more listings on Secord Lake!!!!

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

Real Estate Market Conditions for Sugar Springs

Real Estate Market Conditions for Sugar Springs

Lake Lancer & Lancelot

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! Lake Lancer and Lancelot are in Butman Township within Gladwin County.

There are currently 84 active listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot. They range in price from $49,900 - $1,900,000.

August saw 7 new listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot ranging in price from $79,900 - $299,900. During the month of August we saw two listings expire and four homes sell.

Below are featured listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot:

4444 Salisbury Drive, Gladwin Michigan $49,900

Click here to search available listings in Sugar Springs.

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

Gladwin County Real Estate Market Conditions for August 2011

Real Estate Market Conditions for August 2011

Gladwin County is located in rural Northern Michigan and is conveniently located within 3 hours of Detroit and 2-2.5 hours of Flint and Lansing making it easy to come "Up North" for the weekend. But, we encourage you to stay longer. After visiting Gladwin you will want to spend much more time here! Gladwin, Michigan is an area popular for its scenic lakes (including Wixom Lake and Secord Lake), plentiful state land, quaint parks, Amish communities and down town shopping. Gladwin is primarily a second home/resort community due to the amount of waterfront homes. Gladwin, Michigan has real estate to accommodate every buyer from very affordable cabins to luxurious homes. As a life long resident of Gladwin County I know the area well and the real estate market even better!

210 Saginaw, Beaverton 627 Quillette, Beaverton

MLS # 155902 MLS # 156017

$95,000 $140,000

The real estate market conditions in Gladwin, Michigan along with most areas of Michigan, remain challenging, but appear to be stable! A slightly improving economy and a lack of qualified buyers remain, however, if you are interested in buying your first home or your vacation home, it is a fabulous time to buy! Interest rates are low for qualified buyers, there is a lot of inventory to choose from, and homes are more affordable then they have been in years! Buyers: End of the selling season is here and there is a lot of inventory to choose from and many good prices. Sellers: Selling season ends in November. Your home needs exposure so get it on the market today if you are serious about selling.

Here are the latest real estate market conditions for Gladwin, Michigan and the surrounding areas of Beaverton, Harrison, Clare, Rhodes, Bentley, Wixom Lake and Secord Lake. August was busier than July as the mid summer lull is behind us. I had 2 closings and I have 10 pendings going into September!

The Clare/Gladwin Board of Realtors currently has 1135 homes for sale through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and 118 of those were new to the market in August 2011. The number of new listings is the same as last month. The average asking price of the homes currently on the market is $121,555 and the average days on market for those homes has been 236 days. These stats are only slightly different than the last 20 months clarifying my theory that the Gladwin, Michigan real estate market conditions are stable! Residential asking prices range from $18,500 - $1,900,000.

During the month of August we saw 73 homes sell/close in Gladwin, Michigan. This is 29 more than in July. The average asking price was $71,222. The average sales price was $64,885 and the average days on market for these homes was 244 days. The sellers received an average of 91.10% of their asking price. The average days on market is 14 days more than last month.

In Gladwin 53 homes expired from the market unsold in August. The main reason homes don't sell during their listing period is that they were priced incorrectly for the real estate market conditions and or condition of the home. In any market it is imperative that a listing be priced as competitively as possible for its condition in order to have the best chance of selling. To learn more about why homes expire from the market visit this link to a page on my website. If you're thinking about selling your Gladwin area home one very important fact to know about your real estate market conditions is the absorption rate. The absorption rate will tell you how long it will take for the current inventory of homes in Gladwin, Michigan to be absorbed by the market if no other homes come on the market. The absorption rate for August 2011 is 1.2 years! If you want your Gladwin, Michigan area home sold you need to know this number to help you price your home accordingly.

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

627 Quillette Drive, Beaverton, MI 48612 Wixom Lake!!

627 Quillette Drive, Beaverton, MI 48612

$140,000

MLS # 156017

100' of Wixom Lake Waterfront! 3 Bedroom, 1 bath with over 1,400 sq ft sits on an extra large, level waterfront lot. Blacktop circular drive leads to the attached 2 car garage. Separate laundry room near kitchen. 3 bedrooms or 2 bedrooms and a den with a sun porch overlooking the water. With a bit of updating this could be a wonderful year round home or weekend cottage. Separate 18x30 storage garage. Located in a desirable neighborhood on the Tobacco River side of Wixom Lake.

For more information click here to visit my website!

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

KALKASKA COUNTY SCENIC RIVERFRONT CABIN

Outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers - look no further, this is for you. 23 acres with approximately 1,000 feet of "Blue Ribbon" trout stream on the "wild and scenic" portion of the North Branch of the Boardman River plus a charming 3BR/1B cabin. All this and 1000's of acres of state land in the Pere Marquette State Forest across the road. Hunting, fishing, trail riding and serenity all outside your back door.

Home was built in 1994 and features cathedral ceilings, soapstone woodstove which will heat for up to 12 hours without refilling, full bathroom, 2 BRs on main floor and huge loft which can easily sleep all the friends and family who will want to spend time with you at the "Cabin". Waterfront is a short walk through the woods and is a beautiful scenic portion of the river. This property is extemely private and serene. It is a place that you will look forward to arriving and reluctant to leave. Cabin offers all amenities of a home and has recently been sided with maintenance free vinyl siding.
This property is also being offered with the cabin and approximately 13 acres as well as a vacant parcel with frontage of approximately 10 acres. Click here to view more details or contact mary@homewaters.net for more information. This is a unique listing with very appealing qualities.

Price Reduction at 5385 M 30, Beaverton, MI Wixom Lake!!!!

Price Reduction at 5385 M 30, Beaverton, MI

$95,000

MLS #55479

1.5 acres and Wixom Lake waterfront is almost of unheard of! 3 Br, 1 Ba house or cottage with large laundry room, spacious living room overlooking lake, and 2 car attached garage. Level lawn to waters edge. Steel seawall and 135 of waterfront on a large channel just off Main Wixom Lake! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little at 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing.Close by October 31, 2011 and receive up to 3.5% of the final sales price to be used for closing cost assistance! Check HomePath.com Special Offers for more details or ask me. Eligibility restrictions apply."

For more information click here to visit my website!

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

Price Reduction at 4444 Salisbury Drive, Gladwin, MI Sugar Springs!!!

Price Reduction at 4444 Salisbury Drive, Gladwin, MI

$49,900

MLS # 154801

Move right in and enjoy all the amenities Sugar Springs has to offer (golf course, indoor pool, tennis court, campground, 2 all sports lakes)! 3 BR, 1.5 bath home with over 1,400 sq ft. Relaxing sun room, combined dining/living room, galley kitchen, spacious family room with patio door to back yard. Covered deck to enjoy the private back yard, storage shed and attached 2 car garage with concrete drive. Newer roof and other updates.

For more information click here to visit my website!!

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.

Price Reduction at 4127 Wieman Road, Beaverton, MI Wixom Lake

Price Reduction at 4127 Wieman Road, Beaverton, MI 48612

$51,900

MLS # 155453

216' of frontage leading to main Wixom Lake. Adorable 2 BR, 1 BA single wide with recent cosmetic updates. Open kitchen and living room, 2 bedrooms and large family room addition. Room to bring your family to the lake! 2 car detached garage and spacious yard. Slope to the water where great fishing awaits! Gorgeous scenic view offers a more peaceful side of Wixom Lake, but with the main lake just a short boat ride away you can enjoy swimming, and all sports activities. Affordable way to own a slice of up north heaven!

For more details click here to visit my website!

Are you thinking about making Gladwin County, Michigan your new home? Gladwin County is home to both Wixom Lake and Secord Lake! Are you thinking about taking advantage of the great interest rates and affordable prices to buy your own slice of Northern Michigan Heaven? Contact me today and lets gets started! I know the area very well and I know the market even better! You can call me at 989-429-2600, email me at sonya@sonyaloose.com or visit my website.