NOT LISTED FOR SALE

500 Beach Rd Frankfort, MI 49635

Crystal Downs Country Club Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,496,000 - $3,495,439

6 Beds
4 Baths
4,400 Sq Ft
$710/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 24, 2023

Last sale price $3,250,000 $739 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,855/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Private Dock
  • Sandy Beach
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Golf Course Community
  • Lake Privileges

About This Home

As of July 2023

Exclusive Crystal Downs northern-facing waterfront property with year-round sunrise and sunsets overlooking majestic views of spectacular Sleeping Bear Dunes waterfront. 2019 stone remediation installed to ensure years of shoreline stability with stairs to water for optimal sandy beach use. Original wing boasts two-way natural stone fireplace with wood burner and gas. Floor to vaulted-ceiling window views of Lake Michigan. Newly-added southern wing includes additional, main-floor master bedroom with in-floor radiant heat, a kitchenette, and a screened-in porch. Out door sittings areas with breathtaking water views. New roof over primary wing added in 2020. Whole-house generator.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Renee Waverly

Brookstone, Realtors License #6501433389 Listed on: 06/01/2023

Brookstone, Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Stapleton

Stapleton Realty License #6504271071

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,459

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.66 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 200x127
  • Private Waterfront
  • 200 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Steel Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Screened Porch
  • Radiant Floor
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Property is near a lake
  • Private Dock
  • Lake Privileges
  • Tiered Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a Great Lake

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Water Filtration System
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Water Sports

Additional Features

  • Crystal Downs Country Club Community
  • Clubhouse

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,459

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: Contemporary, In-Law Suite or Apartment, 2+ Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1972
  • Construction: 2x6 Framing, Frame, Steel
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 27
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1972

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Water Filtration System, Exhaust Fan, Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Smoke Alarms(s)
  • Interior Amenities: Built-In Bookcase, Foyer Entrance, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Pantry, Granite Bath Tops, Granite Kitchen Tops, Island Kitchen, Mud Room, Workshop, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, Drywall
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 18x15, On Level: Main Floor
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10x10, On Level: Main Floor
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14x12, On Level: Main Floor
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 14x12, On Level: Main Floor
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 25x14, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 25x15, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 2800
  • Estimated Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1600
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 738.64
  • Range: R 16W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 4400

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Workshop
  • Body Of Water: Lake Michigan
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Multi-Level Decking, Patio, Landscaped, Screened Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Wood
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Finished Rooms, Plumbed for Bath, Full Finished, Entrance Inside
  • Number Of Acres: 0.66
  • Road: Private Owned, Association, Blacktop, Privately Maintained
  • Roof: Wood
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), All Sports, Water View, Private Dock, Soft Bottom, Sandy Bottom, Great Lake, Public Lake, Sandy Shoreline
  • Waterfront Frontage: 200

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Blacktop, Private
  • Garage Capacity: 3
  • Primary Garage: Attached, Door Opener, Paved Driveway, Heated, Finished Rooms, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Fireplace(s), Gas, Wood, Masonry
  • Heating Cooling Types: Zoned/Dual, Floor, Ductless A/C, Radiant Floor
  • Laundry: On Level: Main Floor
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: WiFi
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Amenities: Golf Course, Clubhouse, Tennis Court, Lake Privileges, Pets Allowed
  • Development Name: Crystal Downs Country Club

Schools

  • School District: Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Level, Rolling
  • Lot Dimensions: 200x127
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Subdivision
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2003
Sold by
Grainger David W
Bought by
Mcdonald Michael W and Mcdonald Patricia J
Current Estimated Value
$3,125,813

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$138,276
Interest Rate
2.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,867,797
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mcdonald Michael W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcdonald Michael W $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2023 07/24/23 Sold $3,250,000 -4.4% $739 / Sq Ft
07/03/2023 07/03/23 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2023 06/01/23 For Sale $3,400,000 +126.7% $773 / Sq Ft
09/18/2014 09/18/14 Sold $1,500,000 -11.5% $720 / Sq Ft
09/17/2014 09/17/14 For Sale $1,695,000 -- $814 / Sq Ft
08/19/2014 08/19/14 Pending -- -- --
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 $23,459 $1,446,800 $0 $0
2024 $15,506 $1,122,900 $0 $0
2023 $10,060 $725,700 $0 $0
2022 -- $923,700 $0 $0
2021 -- $835,800 $0 $0
2020 -- -- $0 $0
2019 -- -- $0 $0
2018 -- -- $0 $0
2017 -- -- $0 $0
2016 -- -- $0 $0
2011 -- -- $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Renee Waverly

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Renee Waverly

    Brookstone, Realtors

    (231) 499-5090

    1 in this area

    70 Total Sales

    Renee Waverly
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  • Christine Stapleton

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Christine Stapleton

    Stapleton Realty

    (231) 499-2698

    1 in this area

    198 Total Sales

    Christine Stapleton
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  • Maureen Penfold

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Maureen Penfold

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (231) 883-3133

    1 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Maureen Penfold
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  • Stephen Koppin

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Stephen Koppin

    Real Estate One

    (231) 510-2508

    12 Total Sales

    Stephen Koppin
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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1911704

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 10-075-010-00

Michigan Benzie County Frankfort 49635 Crystal Downs Country Club

500 Beach Rd, Frankfort, MI

This home is located at 500 Beach Rd, Frankfort, MI 49635 since 01 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $3,125,813, approximately $710 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 500 Beach Rd is a home located in Benzie County with nearby schools including Frankfort Elementary School and Frankfort High School.

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