NOT LISTED FOR SALE

726 S Manitou Trail Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

Estimated Value: $1,047,000 - $1,757,703

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,516 Sq Ft
$944/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 06, 2019

Last sale price $505,000 $333 Per Sq Ft

Est. 193% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,062/month

114 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Deck
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Bay View
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of December 2019

Gorgeous Lake Michigan views from this classic Northern Michigan cottage located between Glen Arbor and Leland, in the middle of the highly desirable Good Harbor Bay between Pyramid Point and Whaleback. Simply stunning sunsets over North and South Manitou Islands directly in view from the bay window and the decks facing the islands. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath cottage has a large galley kitchen, windows everywhere to enjoy the view, a large pretty stone fireplace that is a stand out in the living spaces, both on the main floor and lower level finished. A day on the beach? Check. A day in Glen Arbor? Check. A day in Leland? Check. A day golfing? Check. A winters day skiing? Check. This is pure Michigan paradise country.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shawn Schmidt Smith

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver License #6502361697 Listed on: 07/06/2019

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Alflen

EXIT Northern Shores-TC License #6501303821

EXIT Northern Shores-TC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,519

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 253
  • Private Waterfront
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,516 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Bay Window
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Game Room
  • Bay Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating unit installed on the ceiling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Property is near a Great Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,519

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1963
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 29
  • Year Renovated: 2001
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1963

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Wall Oven, Cook Top, Exhaust Fan, Drapes, Curtain Rods, Electric Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceilings, Built-In Bookcase, Bay Window(s), Foyer Entrance, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Mud Room, Great Room, Game Room
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 11x16, On Level: Main Floor
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13.5x10, On Level: Main Floor
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12.5x13, On Level: Lower Floor
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 23x15, On Level: Lower Floor
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 17x6, On Level: Main Floor
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 24.5x20, On Level: Main Floor
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1516
  • Estimated Below Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 200
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 333.11
  • Range: R 12W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1516

Exterior Features

  • Body Of Water: Lake Michigan
  • Exterior Features: Bay View, Balcony, Deck, Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Wood, Rough-Sawn, Block
  • Foundation: Walkout, Finished Rooms, Plumbed for Bath, Full Finished
  • Number Of Acres: 0.35
  • Road: Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), Water View, Sandy Bottom, Gradual Slope to Water, Great Lake
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel, Dirt, Private
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Primary Garage: Detached, Door Opener, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Fireplace(s), Stove, Electric
  • Heating Cooling Types: Baseboard, Ceiling
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 10x6, On Level: Lower Floor
  • Sewer: Municipal
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV
  • Water: Private Well

Schools

  • School District: Leland Public School District

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Sloping
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 253
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Energy Efficient Windows

MLS Schools

  • School District: Leland Public School District

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2019
Closed on
Dec 5, 2019
Sold by
Berline Bonnie J
Bought by
Smooch Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Shawn Schmidt Smith
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver
Buyer's Agent
Tom Alflen
EXIT Northern Shores-TC
List Price
$824,900
Sold Price
$505,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$319,900
-38.78%
Current Estimated Value
$1,479,818

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$974,818
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.08%
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
Smooch Properties Llc $505,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $505,000 +1.0% $333 / Sq Ft
10/09/2019 10/09/19 Price Changed $499,900 -23.1% $330 / Sq Ft
07/16/2019 07/16/19 Price Changed $649,900 -21.2% $429 / Sq Ft
07/06/2019 07/06/19 For Sale $824,900 -- $544 / 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 $11,519 $519,500 $0 $0
2024 $9,563 $512,600 $0 $0
2023 $9,041 $404,000 $0 $0
2022 $10,389 $353,700 $0 $0
2021 $9,905 $318,800 $0 $0
2020 $10,385 $328,000 $0 $0
2019 $6,761 $453,800 $0 $0
2018 -- $434,100 $0 $0
2017 -- $435,500 $0 $0
2016 -- $454,700 $0 $0
2015 -- $450,800 $0 $0
2014 -- $396,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shawn Schmidt Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Shawn Schmidt Smith

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver

    (231) 499-1990

    195 Total Sales

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  • Tom Alflen

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Tom Alflen

    EXIT Northern Shores-TC

    (231) 649-6797

    109 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1864123

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 009-029-022-10

Michigan Leelanau County Lake Leelanau 49653

726 S Manitou Trail, Lake Leelanau, MI

This home is located at 726 S Manitou Trail, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 since 06 July 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,430,676, approximately $943 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 726 S Manitou Trail is a home located in Leelanau County with nearby schools including Leland Public School and St. Mary School, Lake Leelanau.

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