NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12996 Big Four Rd Bear Lake, MI 49614

Estimated Value: $309,123

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,814 Sq Ft
$170/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 18, 2019

Last sale price $200,000 $110 Per Sq Ft

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,990/month

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 70 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wooded Lot
  • Countryside Views
  • Farm
  • Pole Barn

About This Home

As of January 2019

Beautiful farm house that sits on 70 acres of wooded & tillable land. House also has 2 pole barns for all of your storage needs. Four bedrooms with a spacious living area. Mineral rights are negotiable. This gem is close to Bear Lake, Lake Michigan and Crystal Mountain. You'll never run out of things to do in this area for winter and summer fun! New metal room in 2017. Fresh paint and natural light are a bonus throughout the home. Home has been well cared for!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Gorgas

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Benzie License #6501409063 Listed on: 11/05/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

John Judge

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Onekama License #6501407275

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Onekama

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 70 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,814 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Countryside Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Michigan Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Pole Barn

Utilities

  • Space Heater
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Mineral Rights
  • Farm

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story, Farm House
  • Estimated Year Built: 1918
  • Construction: Frame
  • Section Number: 1
  • Year Updated: 2017
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1918

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Nook, Mud Room
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 13.3x14.5, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12x9.5, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 8x10.5, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12.5x10.5, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBOx14.5, On Level: Main Floor
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 16xCOMBO, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 29.25x14.5, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Other Room: Dimensions: 7.5x7.25, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1814
  • Estimated Below Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 700
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 110.25
  • Range: R 15W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1814

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Pole Building(s), Workshop
  • Exterior Features: Countryside View, Covered Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Michigan Basement, Block, Unfinished
  • Number Of Acres: 70
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Primary Garage: Detached

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Gas
  • Heating Cooling Types: Space Heater, External Wood Burner
  • Laundry: On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV
  • Water: Private Well

Schools

  • School District: Bear Lake School District

Lot Info

  • Percent Open: 25
  • Land Features: Farm, Wooded, Rolling
  • Lot Dimensions: 1463*2555*1369*2537 ft
  • Mineral Rights: Partial
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Percent Tillable: 40
  • Percent Wooded: 35
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

MLS Schools

  • School District: Bear Lake School District

Range of Values:

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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
01/18/2019 01/18/19 Sold $200,000 -11.1% $110 / Sq Ft
11/05/2018 11/05/18 For Sale $225,000 -- $124 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® 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
2025 -- $0 $0 $0
2024 -- $0 $0 $0
2023 -- $0 $0 $0
2022 -- $0 $0 $0
2021 -- $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,911 $99,800 $99,800 $0
2017 $1,903 $97,100 $97,100 $0
2016 $1,456 $95,200 $95,200 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Melissa Gorgas

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Benzie

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    John Judge

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Onekama

    (231) 645-9379

    169 Total Sales

    John Judge
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1854810

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 02-001-100-01

Michigan Manistee County Bear Lake 49614

12996 Big Four Rd, Bear Lake, MI

This home is located at 12996 Big Four Rd, Bear Lake, MI 49614 since 05 November 2018 and is currently priced at $309,123, approximately $170 per square foot. This property was built in 1918. 12996 Big Four Rd is a home located in Manistee County with nearby schools including Bear Lake Elementary School and Bear Lake High School.

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