13959 Lakeside Ave Bear Lake, MI 49614
2
Beds
1
Bath
960
Sq Ft
7,880
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Laundry Room
- Baseboard Heating
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
About This Home
As of July 2025NEW PRICE JUST IN TIME FOR YOU TO ENJOY ENTIRE SUMMER ON BEAR LAKE!! This lakefront fully furnished quaint cottage has 75' private frontage on 1,843 acre all-sports Bear Lake with sandy bottom for swimming. Move-in ready on generous 4 lots creating huge back yard for games etc. Western exposure for those stunning lake sunsets! Detached garage to store your lake toys. Updates include roof, windows, exterior doors, bathroom fixtures and well pump. This vacation getaway/second home even has cozy wood-burning fireplace. to enjoy on those cool evenings or fall/winter.
Tranquil setting provides lake breezes and views. Add a dock and you can boat right from your front yard! Tour this cutie and visualize kicking back to enjoy all that Bear Lake has to offer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Manistee License #6501405476 Listed on: 06/04/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
John Judge
Coldwell Banker Professionals Alm Realty License #MISPE
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,658
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 7,880 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75x200
- Private Waterfront
- 75 Feet of Waterfront
- Level Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Cabin
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 960 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Carpet
- Water Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Baseboard Heating
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2023
Closed on
Jul 28, 2023
Sold by
Sweetland Alan
Bought by
Foreman Mark K and Foreman Doreen V
Seller's Agent
Brenda Cronan
Coldwell Banker ALM REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Leanne Labelle
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Manistee
List Price
$419,900
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,100
9.55%
Views
71
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.76%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 15, 2013
Closed on
Aug 15, 2013
Sold by
Us Bank National Association
Bought by
Sweetland Alan
Seller's Agent
Lori Dickenson
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
Buyer's Agent
Lori Dickenson
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$166,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
3.75%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.81%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2012
Sold by
Martz James W
Bought by
Us Bank National Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 1, 1985
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $460,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $166,000 | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $191,300 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $43,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Sold | $465,000 | -7.0% | $484 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | For Sale | $499,900 | +8.7% | $521 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2023 08/01/23 | Sold | $460,000 | +9.5% | $479 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2023 07/09/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2023 07/07/23 | For Sale | $419,900 | +153.0% | $437 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2013 08/28/13 | Sold | $166,000 | +3.8% | $173 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2013 08/20/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2013 07/15/13 | For Sale | $160,000 | -- | $167 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,784 | $148,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $5,718 | $149,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,601 | $126,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,085 | $90,500 | $90,500 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,040 | $84,500 | $84,500 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,016 | $76,300 | $76,300 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,011 | $74,600 | $74,600 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,881 | $79,300 | $79,300 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,871 | $78,100 | $78,100 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,431 | $70,800 | $70,800 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $67,000 | $67,000 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $66,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Leanne Labelle
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Manistee
(239) 887-0998
80 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
John Judge
Coldwell Banker Professionals Alm Realty
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2023
Brenda Cronan
Coldwell Banker ALM REALTY
(231) 723-3555
74 Total Sales
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2013
Lori Dickenson
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 25014735
APN: 12-421-719-06
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