NOT LISTED FOR SALE

481 Lake Dr NE Kalkaska, MI 49646

Estimated Value: $429,000 - $468,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,146 Sq Ft
$384/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 20, 2026

Last sale price $430,000 $375 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,599 / mo

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near a lake
  • Waterfront
  • Wooded Lot
  • Crawford School Rated 9+
  • Deck
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of February 2026

Enjoy 120 feet of frontage on all-sports Crawford Lake! Step into the living room and take in the stunning, undeveloped lake views through large picture windows—perfect for watching sunsets or relaxing by the cozy gas fireplace. The spacious, beautifully decorated kitchen offers ample cabinetry and a pantry for convenient storage. The primary bedroom opens to a private lakeside deck, an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy the evening glow over the water. This property also includes a charming bunkhouse, offering additional sleeping capacity for guests. You’ll further appreciate the detached oversized garage with an insulated bonus room above, providing great potential for even more sleeping space, a rec room, or storage for all your summer toys. The property is nicely wooded and located on a paved, county-maintained road with easy access to both Traverse City and Grayling via M-72 and 612. A rare opportunity with peaceful, natural views on a highly desired lake—don’t miss this one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Travis Quist

REMAX Central Listed on: 12/02/2025

REMAX Central

Last Buyer's Agent

Bill Gareiss

Keller Williams Northern Michigan

Keller Williams Northern Michigan

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,471

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 16,553 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 120x134
  • Waterfront
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,146 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near a lake
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating unit installed on the ceiling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Beaver Shores Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 38-40

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,471

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0.38 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Community Features: None
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Level, Landscaped, Subdivided
  • Lot Size: 120x134
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Has Spa?: No
  • Has View?: No
  • Water Body Name: Crawford Lake
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Co List Office Mls Id: T124217
  • Subdivision Name: Beaver Shores
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1146
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1146
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry, Mud Room, Drywall, High Speed Internet
  • Number Of Buildings: 2
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Waterfront Features: Inland Lake, All Sports, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
  • Waterfront?: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Carport?: No
  • Garaged Spaces: 2
  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Has Open Parking?: No
  • Parking Features: Dirt, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating: Forced Air, Ceiling, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: None
  • Pets Allowed: false

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Excelsior Township School District #1

Lot Info

  • Land Lease Amount Frequency: Annually
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16552.8
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2471
  • Tax Lot: 38-40
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$440,204

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2021
Closed on
Oct 7, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sandy Gunning
REMAX Bayshore - Kalkaska
Buyer's Agent
Carolyn Lantz
WHITETAIL REALTY
List Price
$284,900
Sold Price
$267,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,900
-6.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.35%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
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$267,000 None Available
$155,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/20/2026 02/20/26 Sold $430,000 -4.4% $375 / Sq Ft
12/02/2025 12/02/25 For Sale $449,900 +68.5% $393 / Sq Ft
10/07/2021 10/07/21 Sold $267,000 -6.3% $233 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/19/2021 08/19/21 For Sale $284,900 -- $249 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $2,538 $176,400 $0 $0
2025 $2,472 $160,000 $0 $0
2024 $2,293 $143,200 $0 $0
2023 $3,998 $113,800 $0 $0
2022 $1,574 $99,800 $0 $0
2021 $1,574 $80,800 $0 $0
2020 $1,574 $92,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,545 $79,800 $0 $0
2018 $1,560 $80,900 $0 $0
2016 $1,515 $78,400 $0 $0
2015 -- $66,100 $0 $0
2014 -- $76,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Travis Quist

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Travis Quist

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (231) 878-0057

    126 Total Sales

    Travis Quist
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Bill Gareiss

    Keller Williams Northern Michigan

    (231) 947-8200

    53 Total Sales

    Bill Gareiss
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  • Sandy Gunning

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sandy Gunning

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (231) 620-0160

    99 Total Sales

    Sandy Gunning
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Carolyn Lantz

    WHITETAIL REALTY

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1940927

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 006-101-038-00

Michigan Kalkaska County Kalkaska 49646

481 Lake Dr NE, Kalkaska, MI

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