$402,500
SOLD APR 4, 2025

5452 Karlin Rd Interlochen, MI 49643

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,692 Sq Ft
0.99 Acres

Recently Sold

$238 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Countryside Views
  • Wooded Lot
  • Loft
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 2-minute walk to Fields of Dreams Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

This beautiful full cedar log home is tucked away in the woods of Interlochen, offering the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Whether you’re looking for a short-term rental investment, a second home, or a place to call your own, this property delivers. Just minutes from downtown Traverse City, you’ll have easy access to top-rated restaurants, boutique shopping, and the region’s renowned wineries. For those who love the water, public boat access to Green and Duck Lakes is just around the corner, and Lake Michigan’s breathtaking beaches are a short drive away. Nature lovers will appreciate the nearby hiking and biking trails, state parks, and the township park right across the street. Plus, the prestigious Interlochen Center for the Arts is nearby, making this an ideal location for artists, students, and vacationers alike. The spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasts soaring cathedral ceilings, a loft overlooking the open-concept living space, and a stunning hand-crafted floor-to-ceiling fieldstone gas fireplace. The heated 28x40 detached garage offers space for up to three vehicles and plenty of storage. Outside, the one-acre lot provides ample room for entertaining and enjoying the fresh Northern Michigan air. Whether you’re looking for a profitable vacation rental, a serene getaway, or a year-round home, this property is a rare find. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Northern Michigan paradise.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Summerfield

EXIT Northern Shores-TC License #6501427441 Listed on: 03/09/2025

EXIT Northern Shores-TC

Last Buyer's Agent

Meghan Zammit

Century 21 Northland License #6501402844

Century 21 Northland

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.99 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 250' x 200'
  • Kennel or Dog Run
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,692 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Countryside Views
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Cermak's Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story, Log Home
  • Estimated Year Built: 1987
  • Construction: Full Log
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1987

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceilings, Pantry, Loft, Formal Dining Room, Beamed Ceilings
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 15.6x11.5
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10.0x10.2
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 18.0x13.3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Floor Primary: No
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 8.9x10.7
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14.7x11.8
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10.6x9.8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15.8x17.2
  • Range: R 12W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1692

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Countryside View, Covered Porch, Dog Pen
  • Exterior Finish: Full Log
  • Foundation: Partial, Block
  • Number Of Acres: 0.99
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt, Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Blacktop, Private
  • Garage Capacity: 3
  • Primary Garage: Detached, Door Opener, Paved Driveway, Heated

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Gas
  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air
  • Laundry: On Level: Main Floor
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Cable Internet, Dish TV
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: Cermak's

Lot Info

  • Land Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Evergreens, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 250' x 200'
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential, Rental History

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 9, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Drabeck Nathan
Bought by
Phillips Heather
Seller's Agent
Ben Summerfield
EXIT Northern Shores-TC
Buyer's Agent
Meghan Zammit
Century 21 Northland
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$402,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-1.59%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$422,936

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.73%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2022
Closed on
Apr 18, 2022
Sold by
Ritter Dale and Ritter Helen
Bought by
Drabeck Nathan
Seller's Agent
Ben Summerfield
EXIT Northern Shores-TC
Buyer's Agent
Ben Summerfield
EXIT Northern Shores-TC
List Price
$335,000
Sold Price
$335,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.42%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2021
Closed on
Jun 29, 2021
Sold by
Wade Steven C and Wade Linda J
Bought by
Ritter Dale
Seller's Agent
Sheela Welch
Coldwell Banker Schmidt - Petoskey
Buyer's Agent
Sheela Welch
Coldwell Banker Schmidt - Petoskey
List Price
$286,000
Sold Price
$286,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.56%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2002
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $402,500 --
Deed $335,000 --
Deed $286,000 --
Deed $179,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $402,500 -1.6% $238 / Sq Ft
03/09/2025 03/09/25 For Sale $409,000 +22.1% $242 / Sq Ft
04/22/2022 04/22/22 Sold $335,000 0.0% $198 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/20/2022 04/20/22 For Sale $335,000 +17.1% $198 / Sq Ft
03/06/2022 03/06/22 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2021 06/30/21 Sold $286,000 0.0% $169 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/30/2021 06/30/21 For Sale $286,000 0.0% $169 / Sq Ft
06/29/2021 06/29/21 Sold $286,000 +6.0% $169 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/19/2021 04/19/21 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2021 04/15/21 For Sale $269,900 -- $160 / Sq Ft
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 $6,897 $189,600 $0 $0
2024 $5,659 $165,600 $0 $0
2023 $5,403 $130,700 $0 $0
2022 $6,078 $136,900 $0 $0
2021 $4,130 $130,700 $0 $0
2020 $4,090 $120,300 $0 $0
2019 $4,018 $111,800 $0 $0
2018 $3,830 $110,800 $0 $0
2017 -- $109,800 $0 $0
2016 -- $102,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $86,700 $0 $0
2012 -- $80,210 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1931317

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 07-100-004-00