$4,000,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2025

1 Thistle Downs Dr Charlevoix, MI 49720

6 Beds
5 Baths
4,444 Sq Ft
0.58 Acres

Recently Sold

$900 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

151 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 153 Feet of Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Docks
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Brick or Stone Mason

About This Home

As of May 2025

This enchanting 6-bedroom home overlooks Round Lake, the sparkling blue jewel that links Lake Michigan to Lake Charlevoix and Downtown Charlevoix's celebrated port of call. Step inside this storybook home and discover a seamless flow of thoughtfully designed living areas, nooks and bedrooms that frame gorgeous lake views. Designed by Virginia Young Olsen, daughter of Charlevoix's famous architect, Earl Young, she transformed cedar shake, stucco and boulder into this remarkable work of architecture. Exposed timber beams, stone fireplaces and lattice windows set the scene with timeless worldly charm. From the guest suite to the custom designed kitchen, every detail bestows a luxurious lifestyle, while the oversized two-car garage offers additional space for storage. Located at the end of a private lane, this home is set on a spacious lakeside lot with tiered gardens, offering 153 feet of private frontage and a permanent dock, prime for setting out on your next Great Lakes boating adventure. Walk or bike to Downtown Charlevoix to enjoy waterside dining, cafes, shopping, sandy Lake Michigan beaches, and the vibrant farmers market. Teach the young ones how to ski at Mt. McSauba and enjoy a front row seat to the Venetian Festival fireworks every summer. Take advantage of being minutes from the Charlevoix airport, and plan fun day trips to Traverse City, Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Imagine the memories you'll make at Thistle Downs Drive. Your family and friends will cherish every visit to this Northern Michigan gem. It's just the beginning of a wonderful new chapter! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a home on Round Lake. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pat O'Brien

Pat O'Brien & Associates - Boyne City Listed on: 12/16/2024

Co-Listed By

Mark Snyder

Pat O'Brien & Associates - Charlevoix License #6506043406

Last Buyer's Agent

Rik Lobenherz

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate License #6506029940

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $64,812

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 0.58 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 153 x 159
  • 153 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Wood Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,444 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Blinds
  • Family Room on Second Floor
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Washer
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 052-126-042-20

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$64,812

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: Residential
  • Estimated Year Built: 1958
  • Lvt Date: 12/16/2024
  • Section: 26
  • Survey: Y
  • Second Address Number: 1
  • Directions: From the north side of the bridge, downtown Charlevoix, turn right onto Thistle Downs Drive and take it all the way to the end. Once you reach the end of this private drive, you will have arrived.
  • Price per Sq Ft: 900.09
  • OFFICELIST_STATE: MI
  • Street Designation: Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1958

Interior Features

  • Features: Dishwasher, Dock, Garbage Disposal, Gas Fireplace, Mini Blinds, Patio, Paved Drive, Range, Refrigerator, Sprinkler System, Washer, Wood Floors, Security System, Paved Road
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 4444
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18'6"x12'2", On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 16'5"x10'11", On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12'2"x10'11", On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13'4"x9'3", On Level: Upper
  • Total Rooms: 15
  • Basement: Partial, Finished, Slab
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 16'9"x19'0", On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 30'1"x11'7", On Level: Main
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20'10"x21'7", On Level: Upper
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 22'1"x17'10", On Level: Main
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4207
  • Bathroom 1: Dimensions: 9'5"x9'10", On Level: Upper
  • Bathroom 2: Dimensions: 5'1"x9'10", On Level: Upper
  • Number Of Bedrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Rooms 1: Dimensions: Rec Room 21'6"x15'8", On Level: Main
  • Rooms 2: Dimensions: Sitting room 13'11x18'9", On Level: Upper
  • Windows: Vinyl

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood Frame/Site Built, Stone, Two Story +
  • Lake: Round/Chx
  • Roof: Wood Shake
  • Waterfront Frontage: 153.05
  • Waterfront Water Access: Water Front
  • Water View: Yes
  • Wf Wa Ownership Type: Deeded and Private Ownership

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport: Garage-Detached
  • Gar Car Capacity: Two

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Natural Gas, Hot Water Baseboard
  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Schools

  • School District: Charlevoix
  • School District: Charlevoix

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: 153 x 159
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.58
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 052-126-042-20

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Sold $4,000,000 -16.6% $900 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 For Sale $4,795,000 +80.9% $1,079 / Sq Ft
04/19/2018 04/19/18 Sold $2,650,000 -24.3% $609 / Sq Ft
05/15/2017 05/15/17 For Sale $3,500,000 -- $804 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Michigan MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $64,812 $2,245,300 $0 $0
2023 $62,080 $2,028,600 $0 $0
2022 $59,081 $1,434,000 $0 $0
2021 $74,278 $1,352,600 $0 $0
2020 $72,948 $1,409,300 $0 $0
2019 $82,079 $1,556,500 $0 $0
2018 $28,583 $2,124,200 $0 $0
2017 $27,501 $2,124,200 $0 $0
2016 $26,259 $1,950,500 $0 $0
2015 $785,873 $1,947,800 $0 $0
2014 $785,873 $1,822,800 $0 $0
2013 -- $773,498 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Michigan MLS

MLS Number: 475491

Northern Michigan MLS

APN: 05212604220