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Seller's Agent in 2025
Mike Kelly
Five Star Real Estate (Courtland)
3939 Birch St Bitely, MI 49309
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,216
Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
Highlights
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Recreation Room
- Living Room
- 12 Feet of Waterfront
- 1 Fireplace
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of May 2025Turnkey Retreat Just Steps from All-Sports Nichols Lake with Exclusive Lake Access! Welcome to this beautifully renovated turnkey home in Bitely, located only 300 feet from the vibrant shores of Lake Nichols, an all-sports haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, or adventurous water sports, this property offers unparalleled access to lakeside living at its finest. This home showcases a variety of substantial upgrades: a brand new insulated garage, a brand new and efficient heat pump, a durable new metal roof, and modernized plumbing and electrical systems. Additional new features include a washer and dryer, a water softener, and a water heater to enhance daily living. Outdoors, the newly laid gravel driveway offers ample parking, while a new sump pump for the drain field. Stay connected with high-speed Starlink WiFi available. This property is not just a home; it's a lifestyle. Enjoy the thrill of all-sports activities on Lake Nichols while relaxing in a fully updated home equipped with every modern convenience. Don't miss your opportunity to experience this unique slice of lakeside paradise, perfect for a family getaway or year-round living!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mike Kelly
Five Star Real Estate (Courtland) License #6501447756 Listed on: 03/11/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,300
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 84x126x84x126
- 12 Feet of Waterfront
- The property's road front is unimproved
HOA Fees
- $3 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,216 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Range
- Laundry on main level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Property is near a lake
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Well
- Septic Tank
- Septic System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 30, 2017
Closed on
Feb 16, 2018
Sold by
Bearss Kimberly W and Bearss Mary A
Bought by
Galarneau Donald J and Garlarnew Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Jeff Dykstra
North West Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Bryan Randall
North West Realty, LLC
List Price
$54,900
Sold Price
$47,880
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,020
-12.79%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$161,788
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.67%
Original Mortgage
$43,090
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 18, 1997
Sold by
Janczak Alfred L
Bought by
Bearss Kim
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $47,880 | -- | |
| Deed | $40,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $43,090 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2025 05/09/25 | Sold | $215,000 | -4.2% | $177 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/08/2025 04/08/25 | Price Changed | $224,500 | -10.2% | $185 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | For Sale | $250,000 | 0.0% | $206 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/30/2025 01/30/25 | Price Changed | $250,000 | -9.1% | $206 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/09/2025 01/09/25 | For Sale | $275,000 | +474.4% | $226 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/26/2018 02/26/18 | Sold | $47,880 | -12.8% | $50 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/16/2018 01/16/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/30/2017 09/30/17 | For Sale | $54,900 | -- | $57 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
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 | $502 | $64,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $4 | $48,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $362 | $39,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,341 | $35,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,304 | $31,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,292 | $29,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,271 | $28,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,175 | $26,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,179 | $27,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,159 | $26,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $26,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $28,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Daniel Bradley
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Daniel Bradley
Five Star Real Estate (Courtland)
(616) 375-8079
428 Total Sales
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Kelly Eckhardt
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kelly Eckhardt
Five Star Real Estate - Mitchell St
(231) 679-2002
91 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Jeff Dykstra
North West Realty, LLC
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B
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Bryan Randall
North West Realty, LLC
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 25001036
APN: 02-32-361-006
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