$190,000
SOLD FEB 15, 2024

5065 Birch Ct Hale, MI 48739

3 Beds
1 Bath
880 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$216 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Access To Lake
  • Ranch Style House
  • Furnished
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to your dream lakeside retreat on the shores of the highly sought-after all sports Long Lake in Hale, Iosco County! This exceptional property boasts deeded lake access, ensuring you can enjoy all the wonders of lake living with ease. Situated on a rare double lot, this updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch features a spacious two-car garage, perfect for storing all your outdoor gear and water toys. Just two miles away, you'll find a convenient boat launch and public beach, ideal for endless days of aquatic adventures. For nature enthusiasts, access to a canal across the road provides opportunities for serene kayak outings and peaceful fishing excursions. Plus, with hiking trails and the Rifle River recreation area only a few miles away, outdoor exploration is always within reach. Anglers will delight in the proximity to the renowned fishing spots along the AuSable River and within the expansive Huron National Forest. And if you're craving an adventure, Lumberman’s Monument and Tawas beaches are just a short 25-minute drive away. In the evenings, retreat to your backyard oasis for unparalleled star-gazing and cozy campfires. The property features a newer roof and windows, with all essential systems—well, septic, plumbing, and electrical—professionally inspected and in excellent condition. Plus, enjoy peace of mind with a new well pump recently installed. Inside, the cottage has been completely updated with modern finishes, including new flooring, insulation, appliances, and a hot water heater. Stay comfortable year-round with the addition of a mini-split system for heating and air conditioning.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Team Heckhlik Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Bay City License #bcra-6506045994 Listed on: 01/30/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Bay City

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Wiltse

Non-Member Office License #BCRA

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • 86 Ft Wide Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 880 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Timbers Sky Harbor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 073-T50-000-014-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,115

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: Bay County REALTOR Association
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Structure Style: 1 Story
  • Total Tax Amount: 1349.4
  • Total Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Mail City: Hale
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Furnished
  • Appliances: Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Wood Stove
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 8 x 10
  • Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Vinyl
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11 x 10
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9 x 9
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Dimensions: 7 x 4, On Level: Main
  • Room Types: Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 16 x 10
  • Kitchen Floor Covering: Vinyl
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 21 x 12
  • Living Room Floor Covering: Vinyl
  • Sun Room: Dimensions: 23 x 10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 880
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 880

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Frontage: 86
  • Lake Name: Long Lake
  • Water Features: All Sports Lake, Lake/River Access

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Detached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall Heat
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Private Well
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Cooling: Wall/Window A/C

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 073-T50-000-014-00
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 36x115+55x115
  • Acreage: 0.29
  • Geo Subdivision: MI
  • Site/Lot Features: Dead End

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2023, Amount: $961.24
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2023, Amount: $388.16
  • Total Tax: Year: 2023, Amount: $1,349.40
  • SEV Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District: Hale Area Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2024
Closed on
Feb 15, 2024
Sold by
Allsopp William W and Allsopp Jeanne M
Bought by
Garlow Jeffrey and Garlow Candice
Seller's Agent
Team Heckhlik Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Bay City
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Wiltse
Non-Member Office
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-4.95%
Views
255

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.61%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2022
Sold by
Allsopp William W and Allsopp Jeanne M
Bought by
Allsopp William W and Allsopp Jeanne M

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2021
Closed on
Jan 28, 2022
Sold by
Markey William T and Markey Karen S
Bought by
Allsopp William W and Allsopp Jeanne M
Seller's Agent
Brandon Thomson
CAROLE WILSON REAL ESTATE
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Thomson
CAROLE WILSON REAL ESTATE
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$77,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,400
-22.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.70%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $190,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- Allsopp William W
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $180,000 -5.2% $205 / Sq Ft
05/06/2025 05/06/25 For Sale $189,900 -0.1% $216 / Sq Ft
02/15/2024 02/15/24 Sold $190,000 -5.0% $216 / Sq Ft
01/30/2024 01/30/24 For Sale $199,900 +157.9% $227 / Sq Ft
01/28/2022 01/28/22 Sold $77,500 -22.4% $88 / Sq Ft
01/01/2022 01/01/22 For Sale $99,900 +28.9% $114 / Sq Ft
01/01/2022 01/01/22 Off Market $77,500 -- --
08/19/2021 08/19/21 For Sale $99,900 -- $114 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay County Realtor® Association 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 $1,115 $48,100 $48,100 $0
2024 $1,097 $35,400 $0 $0
2023 $770 $27,300 $27,300 $0
2022 $817 $26,700 $26,700 $0
2021 $848 $23,000 $23,000 $0
2020 $840 $21,600 $21,600 $0
2019 $784 $20,700 $20,700 $0
2018 $769 $19,200 $19,200 $0
2017 $727 $18,000 $18,000 $0
2016 $710 $18,000 $0 $0
2015 -- $18,400 $0 $0
2014 -- $18,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $19,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay County Realtor® Association MLS

MLS Number: 50132459

Bay County Realtor® Association MLS

APN: 073-T50-000-014-00