CHARMING N. BLUE LAKE HOME OR COTTAGE, 7090 W. BLUE LAKE ROAD

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Beautifully maintained 3 BR, 2B year around home on N. Blue Lake - one of the cleanest lakes in the state of Michigan with depths to 78 ft. and fantastic fishing.   Listen to the Loons or the sounds of silence on this quiet no wake lake.  If you are into the all sport activities, Big Blue Lake is right next door. This home is situated on almost an acre and has full water views across the front of the home.  Located in Blue Lake Township you will have year around recreational activities available from fishing and hunting to the Blue Bear Snowmobile Trail close by.  This is one of the most sought after areas in Kalkaska County.

This home has had lots of updates and is turn key ready - including most of the furnishings and water toys.  There are two garages for storage and a boat house at waters edge.  The deck is designed to incorporate the water views and provides outdoor square footage for entertaining.  This home is clean and ready for a new owner.  Just pack your toothbrush.

Click here  for additional details or contact Mary Janik, 231/384-1207, mary@homewaters.net.  At $229,900, this is the most affordable listing on N. Blue Lake today.

Secord Lake Cottage!! Price Reduction at 3901 Thendara Court, Gladwin

Secord Lake Waterfront Cottage on a 1.16 Acre Lot!
Price Reduction at 3901 Thendara Court, Gladwin

$114,900
MLS #163075

Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom: 1
1000 Square Feet
2 Car Garage with Storage Sheds

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!!

Do not miss your opportunity to enjoy Secord Lake at an affordable price! This MOVE IN ready home or cottage has been updated & meticulously maintained & is ready for new owners! Located on a paved road w/ a blacktop driveway & a huge yard full of mature oaks & maples & 233' of water front on a canal just a stones throw off main Secord Lake. The entire home is done in soft beachy colors & offers a roomy living room w/ newer wood laminate floors. 2 bedrooms & 1 full bath allow room for the family! A large laundry room w/ the included LG washer & dryer & the forced air furnace that has central air as well. Super sunny dining room has french doors to the patio overlooking the canal. Kitchen has updated oak cabinets & the appliances are included. There is a 1.5 car garage & 3 large storage sheds. 135' of the water front has a steel seawall. Also newer wood retaining walls. Many perennials & a nice flower or vegetable garden area too! Bonus: Natural gas hookup is complete and in use! 

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How would you describe the perfect TC home?

Someone recently asked me - "How would you describe the perfect Traverse City Home?" 

My response was lengthy.  

To me, the perfect TC house has great historical character with modern updates, is walking distance to downtown on a lot with great privacy, has adequate living/sleeping space, storage space, and entertaining space, and has water frontage and views.  This is a very specific description, and to find waterfront in downtown Traverse City while being walking distance to downtown is extremely difficult outside of condo living.  

406 Fifth Street has it all!  It is unbelievable to me how unique and, in many ways perfect, this house is for the downtown Traverse City home buyer.  As much as I am proud of my listing presentation of pictures and descriptions, this property is one that needs to be seen in person to truly understand and appreciate.  

The lot, for its location, is HUGE.  The home is constructed on the West edge of the property, so the lot feels even bigger because of that.  Beautiful tiered landscaping and old growth trees canopy the borders of the property, giving a great sense of privacy without seeing the surrounding houses and buildings.  Plus, this lot can be split!

Is it priced right?  The sellers recently dropped the price from $799k to $749k, and they've also rented the carriage house - yes, it has a carriage house!  

This fully independent living space with kitchen, full bathroom, and loft space is one of only 10 approved ADU's in downtown TC!  Its a lovely space with its own outdoor patio and windows throughout overlooking Kids Creek, which winds its way through the backyard.  The carriage house rents for $1,000 per month!  

Priced at $749K - apply the rental income applied to a mortgage payment, and this would make the payment equal to that of a house in the $5-600K range.  Plus, the lot can be split, and has an estimated value of $100-$150K.  

To me, this is the perfect TC home.  Now, I ask you - what's your idea of the perfect downtown Traverse City home?

Click for more info about 406 Fifth Street, Traverse City.

Updated Wixom Lake Waterfront Cottage!! 4016 Bayview Drive, Beaverton

Wixom Lake Waterfront Cottage!
4016 Bayview Drive, Beaverton, MI

$79,900
MLS #163886

Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom: 1
1000 Square Feet

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!

Relax, boat, get away all for an affordable price! Make this Wixom Lake cottage your retreat. 35' of waterfront on a picturesque cove off of the main lake which offers a serene water view & great fishing! Head out to the main lake for a day on the water & fun in the sun! This cottage has been completely updated from new vinyl siding, shingles, windows, decking & landscaping including a rock seawall & rock retaining wall. The large, inviting entry has a storage closet & room to have a washer/dryer if you'd like. There are 2 roomy bedrooms & 1 full bathroom in this 1000 sq ft waterfront cottage. The kitchen & living room are open to on another & are fabulously updated as well. The large living room offers some knotty pine for an appealing cottage feel. The kitchen is fully equipped & the appliances are included. Have a drink with your friends at the eating bar which seats several! The dining room area would also make a great sun room too! Move in ready, enjoy the lake today! 

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KALKASKA COUNTY N. BLUE LAKE RETREAT!!

213 feet of private frontage on the clean clear blue water of N. Blue Lake - rated as one of the cleanest lakes in the state of Michigan.  This is the epitome of the Up North Retreat.  2.5 acres and a 3,000 square ft. vintage vertical log home that has been meticulously maintained and updated with Andersen windows and metal roof.  The home is situated back off the road in a  park like setting of mature trees and circular concrete drive and features a 2 car garage and a 30 x 40 pole building to store all the toys.  This is a year around get-away located near the Blue Bear groomed snowmobile trail and state land.  You have the best of both worlds of living in a very private setting on a quiet no wake lake but yet you can motor through the channel to all-sports Big Blue Lake.  N. Blue Lake has depths to 78 feet and provides excellent fishing for Splake, Blue Gills and Bass. There is enough room inside and out to house and entertain the whole family if you wish.  Decorated in warm knotty pine with 3 BRs, 2Bs, two fireplaces (up and down) with heatilators, and even includes commercial size indoor shuffle board if desired.

Pictures do not do this property justice and it really must be seen to experience its uniqueness.  Properties like this do not come along very often.  MLS #1801863.  Click here for additional details.  Contact Mary Janik, 231-384-1207 or mary@homewaters.net to schedule a personal tour and be prepared to be delighted.

Smallwood Lake Waterfront Cottage! 595 Lakeshore Drive, Gladwin

Smallwood Lake Waterfront Cottage!
595 Lakeshore Drive, Gladwin

$99,900
MLS #163889

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1.5 
792 Square Feet

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!

Stunning & Breathtaking are both words you will use to describe this view! 95' of Smallwood lake front & undoubtedly one of the best views on this all sports lake which is extremely popular for fishing. Catch a bass, boat around the lake or just enjoy fun in the sun! What a wonderful opportunity to own a completely renovated lake cottage! Enter into the heated sunroom with knotty pine walls & ceiling that is currently used as dining area & offers seating for relaxing the day away. The kitchen is well equipped & light, bright & clean! The living room is tastefully decorated w/ newer carpet, fresh paint & offers an amazing view of the lake! The master bedroom is near the updated full bathroom & a bedroom off the living room can sleep 5 if necessary! With new steps to the waters edge, beach area & brand new seawall & dock all you need is your boat! Large level yard offers areas for play, storage shed, convenient 1/2 bath, firepit,wood shed & awesome new sod complete the package. 

Click HERE to view more images of this completely renovated Smallwood Lake Cottage!

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Ready for Life at the Lake? See what our Gladwin County Lakes have to offer!!

Gladwin County Lakes....Summer is finally here!!!

 

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

See what our lakes have to offer.......  

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 with any questions and to arrange a showing.  

Secord Lake 

There are currently 93 active listings for Secord Lake ranging from $22,000 - $459,900

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:

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

3901 Thendara Court, Gladwin, Michigan $118,900

3545 West Branch Drive, Gladwin, Michigan $159,900 

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Wixom Lake 

There are currently 106 active listings on Wixom Lake ranging in price from $6,900-$490,000  

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.

4808 Maxson Drive, Hope, Michigan $82,500

4325 Wieman Road, Beaverton, Michigan $85,000

3602 Westpointe (vacant lot), Beaverton, Michigan $55,000

4522 Lakeview, Beaverton, Michigan $114,000

4508 Lakeview, Beaverton, Michigan $129,900

1139 Creek, Beaverton, Michigan $74,500

1206 Birch Lane, Beaverton, Michigan $121,900

5183 Martin Road, Beaverton, Michigan $149,900 

Click here to search available listings on Wixom Lake! 

Sugar Springs ~ Lake Lancer & Lake Lancelot 

There are currently 226 active listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot ranging in price from $1,400 to $399,000 

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 40 active listings for near by Smallwood Lake ranging from $22,500-$464,500

Below are featured listing for Smallwood Lake:  

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

1580 Moose Drive, Gladwin, Michigan $94,000

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

KALKASKA COUNTY PRISTINE BEAR LAKE CABIN WITH SHARED SANDY BEACH-ONLY $69,900!

Wow, 3BR cabin on two lots with 24 x 30 garage and shared sandy beach on pristine Bear Lake, one of the cleanest lakes in the state of Michigan.  This charming cabin is situated in Birchwood Springs and also has a channel directly across the street that allows you kayak or canoe into Bear Lake.  The cabin has 3 good sized bedrooms, mud room off the back and open living/kitchen area for entertaining.  Outside patio provides additional living space and it faces a pond and seclusion from the second lot.  Bear Lake is surrounded by thousands of acres of state land and is close to all the trails for year around activity including fishing, hunting, dirt bike riding and snowmobiling.  Easily accessible off M-72 between Kalkaska and Grayling.  The cabin shares access with only a small amount of other properties and is in a neighborhood of beautiful homes.

Click here for additional details or contact Mary Janik at 231/384-1207.  MLS #1787236.

KALKASKA COUNTY, YEAR AROUND HOME, 80 ACRES WITH VIPOND CREEK FRONTAGE, 30X40 POLE BUILDING

Peaceful and secluded home on 80 acres of hardwoods at the end of a private road and yet only 3 miles to Kalkaska and 30 minutes to Traverse City.  No distractions from traffic or humans.  This 1,400 sq. foot stick-built home is beautifully situated on the front 40 of the 80 acre parcel.  Terrific hunting, lots of wildlife and there are two established food plots on the property.  The 3 BR home was built in 1992 and updated in 2004.  It features a steel roof, tiled bath, choice of wood or gas heat, very functional galley kitchen and one level living.  This would make an excellent year around home or cabin.   The 30 x 40 pole barn with lean-to offers lots of space for all your needs and has pull down stairs with above storage as well.  This home is designed for very easy maintenance.  There is nothing on the market currently with this many features and property for this price - $239,900.

Click here  for additional details.  717 Woodstock Lane (do not enter property without an appointment), MLS #1798393, or contact Mary Janik, 231-384-1207 to schedule a showing.

Wixom Lake Waterfront Home with 88' of Waterfrontage! 647 Quillette Drive, Beaverton

Wixom Lake Waterfront Home with 88 feet of Waterfront!
647 Quillette Drive, Beaverton

$123,900
MLS #163828

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1.5
Square Feet: 1100
4 Car Pole Barn

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to check availability and to schedule a showing!

88' on all sports Wixom Lake. Enjoy being in one of the nicest neighborhoods on the Tobacco side of Wixom Lake! Paved streets and dead end roads make walking and bike riding an enjoyable off water activity. 2,000 acre Wixom Lake is where the action is this summer! Boat, jet ski, fish and relax the day away at pontoon alley where you will find your friends and make new ones. The level to the water lot makes this cottage accessible to everyone! Steel seawall, suspended dock and deck at the waters edge are just beckoning you and your boat to come to the lake! Long paved driveway allows for plenty of parking, oversized pole barn w/ concrete floors and 220 amp service. The home or cottage offers 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & even a bonus room that could be additional sleeping space, a small family room or home office area. Large dining room is the perfect place to play cards or games at the end of the day. Kitchen has appliances included. Living room is L-shaped and offers great views of the lake! 

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Wixom Lake Waterfront Cottage! 4340 Bay Drive, Beaverton

Wixom Lake Waterfront Cottage!

4340 Bay Drive, Beaverton
$72,500
MLS #163765

Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom: 1
Square Feet: 800

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!

Dreaming of summers at the lake? This Wixom Lake cottage is ready for your family at an affordable price. The extra large deck/dock at the waters edge is a wonderful spot to enjoy the expansive view of the all sports lake. Also a great spot to dock the pontoon or to fish the day away.Nice level lot makes this cottage accessible for everyone. The 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage is clean and move in ready! The entrance room has hook up for the stackable washer/dryer so hauling laundry back and forth will not be necessary! Ceramic tile floors are found throughout and lead you to the great room. The open kitchen and living area is the perfect place for family and friends to gather and its roomy size will allow for extra sleeping as well! The kitchen offers many cupboards and the new door wall takes you to the patio overlooking the lake. This is the perfect spot to grill! One bedroom offers 2 built in beds and the other is great for mom and dad! Extra lot across the street for overflow parking or camping.

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10 Acre Parcel in Beaverton with Garage! 4589 South M18, Beaverton

10 Acre Parcel in Beaverton with Garage, Animal Shelter, Fencing and Pasture!
4589 South M18, Beaverton

$32,500
MLS #163754

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!

Affordably priced 10 acre parcel!! Located just south of the city of Beaverton and not to far from US10 for the morning commute. Convenient location to build your new home. The gravel driveway is in already for one less expense to you. There is a yard along with a cleared, level area for your new home. Older well and updated septic are available too! The 2 car garage offers a concrete floor, electric and has an overhead door in the front and back for extra convenience. Small horse/animal shelter and storage building along with a pasture area make this land perfect for your animals! Mature shade trees, some bushes and a firepit complete this package. A lot of value for the asking price. Don't wait you don't want to miss this one. 

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Wixom Lake Waterfront Home! 3655 Lakeview Drive, Beaverton

Wixom Lake Premier Living!
3655 Lakeview Drive, Beaverton

$247,900
MLS #163774

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Square Feet: 1740
Attached 2.5 Car Garage

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!

80' of waterfront on beautiful, all sports Wixom Lake! Own one of the areas premier homes on this desirable 2,000 acre lake. The large deck at the waters edge is a perfect spot to relax, the docks allow you easy to your boat. Also an attractive rock seawall & great landscaping throughout the lawn. The 1,740 sq ft home built in '94 has been meticulously cared for and is move in ready. The massive great room has cathedral ceilings & is where family and friends will gather and offers a natural gas fireplace and plenty of natural light! Slider doors off LR to the sun room where you can enjoy the lake breezes. Kitchen is light and bright and offers plenty of cupboard and counter space. The master suite is truly amazing w/ an updated full bath, extra large walk in closet & its own sun room that is hot tub ready! 2 other bedrooms & a full bath complete the interior. Concrete drive & attached 2.5 car garage make for easy living. Storage shed house wired for back up generator too! 

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Gladwin & Clare County Homes Real Estate Market Snapshot for May

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

Featured Listing!

Stunning Log Home with 40 Wooded Acres

1251 Clarence Ave, Harrison

$349,900

MLS #163596

Active Listings: 1079 (230 new listings came on the market in May)

Average Asking Price: $114,809

Average Days on Market : 206

Range of Asking Prices: $2,500 - $875,000

Sold: 75 Sold in May (62 sold in April)

Average Asking Price of Sold Listings: $92,022
Average Selling Price of Sold Listings: $85,064

Average Days on Market of Sold Listings: 298 (115 days more than April)

Sellers Received: 92.4% of their asking price       

Total Residential Sales Volume: $6,294,738 (up from $4,844,322 in April)
Listings Sold by Price Range
0-99,999: 49 (up 6 from April)
100,000-199,999: 21 (up 4 from April)
200,000-299,999: 5 (up 3 from April)
300,000-399,999: 0 (same as April)
400,000 and above: 0 (same as April)

SOLD in Sugar Springs!!!

**37 Homes Expired off the Market in May

Absorption Rate = 1.1 Years

Gladwin Co. Secluded Home on 20 Acres with Ponds! 141 Hawthorne Drive, Beaverton

Secluded Beaverton Home on 20 Wooded Acres with Two Ponds!
141 Hawthorne Drive, Beaverton

$189,900
MLS #163780

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Square Feet: 1898
Garage: 1.5 Car Detached

Call or Text Sonya Loose at 989-429-2600 for availability and to schedule a showing!!

20 secluded acres in Gladwin County. If you are looking for acreage that offers a park like yard with beautiful shade trees, a pond stocked with fish, another pond the deer love and woods filled with maples and oaks located off a private road and a long, winding drive...this is it! This modular home built to state of Michigan construction codes was built in 2008 but is just like new as it has rarely been occupied. The covered porch/patio off the back is great place to relax and take in nature's scenery. The front patio is a great spot to grill or catch some sun! The living room is open and allows a lot of natural light. It has a 2 way fireplace that is shared with the dining room. Dining room has a door wall to the back covered patio. No expense was spared in the kitchen with oak cabinets, center island, solid surface counters & stainless appliances included. The master suite is extra special with its private sitting room, walk in closet and full bath. 2 addt'l bedrooms and a 2nd full bath. 

Click HERE to see more images of this Beaverton Home for Sale on a Park Like Setting!!

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Log Cabin, 10 acres, 1,000 ft. of frontage on N. Branch of Boardman River

If you have been looking for a peaceful setting, full log cabin, water, acreage and close to Traverse City - look no further.  This property is situated among only 7 private properties and surrounded  by thousands of acres of state land. This is a 3-4 season getaway.  As you drive down the road through the tunnel of trees, you start to feel a sense of privacy and when you arrive at the property and drive down the long driveway a feeling of serenity overcomes you. You have some very lovely homes as neighbors even though you never see them.

Awesome spot for bird and deer hunting, fishing, trail riding (4 wheelers, snowmobiles or horses), or just observing nature as it happens.  This home is full log with 2BR,2B, 1400 finished sq. ft. and 1,000 (basement) unfinished sq. ft.  Metal roof, newer septic system. underground electric and excellent cell reception make this a cabin that is suited for very comfortable living.  Small horse barn with water if you want to bring the horses. Current owner lived here year around.

Click here for further details. 5264 N. Crofton Road, MLS #1800179 priced to sell at $214,900.

Secord Lake Waterfront Cottage! Price Reduction at 3901 Thendara Court, Gladwin

Secord Lake Waterfront! 
233' of canal frontage on a 1.16 acre lot!!!

Price Reduction at 3901 Thendara Court, Gladwin
$118,900
MLS #163075

Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom: 1
Detached 2 Car Garage & Storage Sheds

Call/Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to schedule your showing today!!

Do not miss your opportunity to enjoy Secord Lake at an affordable price! This MOVE IN ready home or cottage has been updated & meticulously maintained & is ready for new owners! Located on a paved road w/ a blacktop driveway & a huge yard full of mature oaks & maples & 233' of water front on a canal just a stones throw off main Secord Lake. The entire home is done in soft beachy colors & offers a roomy living room w/ newer wood laminate floors. 2 bedrooms & 1 full bath allow room for the family! A large laundry room w/ the included LG washer & dryer & the forced air furnace that has central air as well. Super sunny dining room has french doors to the patio overlooking the canal. Kitchen has updated oak cabinets & the appliances are included. There is a 1.5 car garage & 3 large storage sheds. 135' of the water front has a steel seawall. Also newer wood retaining walls. Many perennials & a nice flower or vegetable garden area too! Bonus: Natural gas hookup is complete and in use! 

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