$214,900
SOLD AUG 28, 2015

7227 Blue Lake Rd NE Kalkaska, MI 49646

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,120 Sq Ft
0.76 Acres

Recently Sold

$192 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Private Dock
  • Deck
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Sandy Beach
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of September 2023

105-FT ON CARIBBEAN N. BLUE LK w/sandy beach/bottom! Lot is deep, private, w/mature hardwoods & pines! This year-round home or cottage has a knotty pine interior,a fireplace and an att.garage. It still has that original charm, even after several major updates! Several rooms have been renovated from the studs with insulation, a new vapor barrier, drywall & tongue & groove pine. Also home has new shingles, crawl space has been encapsulated & all water/sewer lines are new, new hot water heater, new decks & dock! There is a newer water well septic/drain fld. Home is on a paved County rd. close to RV trails, and state land. You can get into Big Blue from N. Blue & this crystal clear water is a true Michigan gem! Some furniture included!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sally Bell-Matthias

REO-TCBellaire-233025 License #6501307355 Listed on: 08/10/2015

REO-TCBellaire-233025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jian Blair

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver License #6501367524

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,578

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

Lot Details

  • 0.76 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 105x316x90x360
  • Private Waterfront
  • 105 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,120 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Private Dock
  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • North Blue Lk Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,578

Year Built

Built in 1944

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: Ranch, 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1944
  • Construction: Frame
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 15
  • Year Updated: 2012
  • Year Renovated: 2012
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1944

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Oven/Range, Microwave
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Mud Room
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 11.4x10.8, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12x9, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11.4x9.4, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 17.3xcombo, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Tile
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20x14, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: None
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: combox13.3, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Tile
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 12.3x11.4, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Tile
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1120
  • Estimated Below Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 240
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 191.88
  • Range: R 5W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1120

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Garden/Storage Shed
  • Body Of Water: North Blue Lake
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Partial, Block
  • Number Of Acres: 0.76
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), Inland Lake, Private Dock, Sandy Bottom, Gradual Slope to Water
  • Waterfront Frontage: 105

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage Capacity: 1
  • Primary Garage: Attached

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Wood, Stove
  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Dish TV
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Amenities: Pets Allowed
  • Development Name: North Blue Lk

Schools

  • School District: Kalkaska Public Schools

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 1 & 2
  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Wooded-Hardwoods
  • Lot Dimensions: 105x316x90x360
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential, Unknown

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: $2,769.19
  • Winter Taxes: $670.06

MLS Schools

  • School District: Kalkaska Public Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2023
Closed on
Sep 11, 2023
Sold by
Lacroix Paul J
Bought by
Bertram Ian and Bertram Melisa
Seller's Agent
Sandy Gunning
RE/MAX Bayshore
Buyer's Agent
Melisa Bertram
Real Estate One - Gaylord
List Price
$649,900
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Views
30
Current Estimated Value
$695,897

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,897
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.68%
Original Mortgage
$585,000
Outstanding Balance
$458,098
Interest Rate
6.96%
Estimated Equity
$237,799

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2019
Sold by
Lacroix Paul
Bought by
Lacroix Paul

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2018
Sold by
Lacroix Leesa K and Lacroix Paul J
Bought by
Lacroix Paul J
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $650,000 Lighthouse Title, Inc.
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $585,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/11/2023 09/11/23 Sold $650,000 0.0% $332 / Sq Ft
08/09/2023 08/09/23 For Sale $649,900 +202.4% $332 / Sq Ft
08/28/2015 08/28/15 Sold $214,900 0.0% $192 / Sq Ft
08/16/2015 08/16/15 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2015 08/10/15 For Sale $214,900 -- $192 / 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 $8,578 $372,500 $0 $0
2024 $5,398 $299,900 $0 $0
2023 $2,669 $221,100 $0 $0
2022 $3,953 $163,700 $0 $0
2021 $3,801 $145,500 $0 $0
2020 $3,444 $140,000 $0 $0
2019 $3,204 $119,500 $0 $0
2018 $3,293 $118,500 $0 $0
2016 $5,110 $111,700 $0 $0
2015 -- $82,000 $0 $0
2014 -- $82,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1804782

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 002-741-001-00