$595,000

3227 S Garfield Rd Kingsley, MI 49649

Estimated payment $3,607/month

Total Views 6,743
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,456 Sq Ft
$409 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Spa
  • Kingsley Area Middle School Rated A-
  • Private Dock
  • Reverse Osmosis System

About This Home

Turnkey Riverfront Cottage! Your Kayak is singing the Billy Bass Song-'Take Me to the River, Drop Me in the Water.' Could you blame it once it knows about this absolutely charming turnkey Cottage with 186' and close to 2 acres on the beautiful Boardman River? Soak up the dream with frontage on both sides of the water~which offers adventures for camping or hiking on the opposite shore. This location is prime kayak territory with a 4 hour trip from your own 30' dock to the Keystone Landing. Feel like fishing? Cast a line in one of the best spots on the river~ the NMC Fly Casting Class is held just upstream. The home offers an easy flowing floor plan featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, a cozy gas fireplace and open bar dining area. Invigorate yourself after a day of kayaking in the Hot Springs Spa 7 person Saltwater Hot Tub~ a therapeutic wind down overlooking the water. Outdoor living is a breeze with the multi level decking and patio areas! Enjoy indoor dining with the custom river cut window offering scenic views up and down the water. The home features furnishings and appointments which convey with the sale for an immediate Air BnB opportunity. Whether you're seeking income property or a fabulous vacation spot within minutes to Kingsley or Traverse City, consider this property at the top of your list. It's rumored the river whispers to those who listen.

Listing Agent

Sue Louiselle

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver License #6506046029 Listed on: 07/18/2025

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,240

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 185x475
  • Private Waterfront
  • 185 Feet of Waterfront
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,456 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • River Access
  • Private Dock
  • Tiered Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well

Community Details

  • Metes And Bounds Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,240

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: Ranch, 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1965
  • Construction: Frame
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 21
  • Year Updated: 2016
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1965

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Hot Tub, Drapes, Reverse Osmosis
  • Interior Amenities: Jetted Tub, Solid Surface Counters, Mud Room
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 14x12, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11x10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11x10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 10x10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 11x10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 19x13, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1456
  • Estimated Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 408.65
  • Range: R 10W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1456

Exterior Features

  • Body Of Water: Boardman River
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Multi-Level Decking, Patio, Landscaped, Built-in Grill, Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Block
  • Number Of Acres: 2
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), River, Water View, Private Dock, Vegetation to Water Edge
  • Waterfront Frontage: 185

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Fireplace(s), Gas
  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 4x6, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Unknown
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: Metes and Bounds

Schools

  • School District: Kingsley Area Schools

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Cleared, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 185x475
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: $1,351.19
  • Winter Taxes: $3,888.48
  • Year Summer: 2024
  • Year Winter: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Kingsley Area Schools

Map

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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 $5,240 $136,700 $0 $0
2024 $1,351 $126,800 $0 $0
2023 $1,294 $115,000 $0 $0
2022 $2,802 $121,800 $0 $0
2021 $2,722 $115,000 $0 $0
2020 $2,882 $123,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,938 $122,300 $0 $0
2018 $3,073 $119,100 $0 $0
2017 -- $120,200 $0 $0
2016 -- $117,500 $0 $0
2014 -- $96,700 $0 $0
2012 -- $94,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Sale $595,000 -- $409 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $232,500 --
Deed $60,000 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1936542

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 10-121-004-00