NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8470 Merrill Rd Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

Estimated Value: $432,000 - $494,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,446 Sq Ft
$194/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 06, 2017

Last sale price $265,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 79% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,993/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • 2.46 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Creekside Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of September 2017

Serene and secluded setting for this spacious Cape Cod. Nestled on over two acres, this four bedroom abode reverberates the true essence of peaceful, easy living - tucked in a blanket of natural wooded scenery and wildlife abound. Step inside and you are greeted with an inviting living room, an updated kitchen offering granite counters and stainless steel appliances, and two first floor bedrooms including a master suite with private bath. On the second floor you will find two generously sized bedrooms with large dormer windows and walk-in closets, a second full bath, and a casual flex space - ideal for a small home office or playroom. Relax on the extra deep covered front porch or enjoy a meal on the wood deck overlooking a tranquil backdrop. The walk-out lower level includes a workshop, h hot tub, and an awesome home movie theater, complete with comfortable theater-style seating. Minutes from Independence County Park and a short commute to Dexter, Brighton, and Ann Arbor., Primary Bath, Rec Room: Finished

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alex Milshteyn

Real Estate One Inc License #6506037173 Listed on: 08/07/2017

Real Estate One Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Kennedy

Real Estate One Inc License #6501312588

Real Estate One Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,701

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 2.46 Acre Lot
  • The property's road front is unimproved
  • Property is zoned A1AG, A1AG

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Storage Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,701

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1998
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 2.46 Acres
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2446.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 4701.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: A1AG
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Additional Items:Hot Tub Spa: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2146.0
  • Additional Items:Sump Pump: Yes
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Laminate Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Ceramic Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cape Cod: Yes
  • Other Structures:Storage Shed: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Hot Tub Spa, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 2446.0
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.5
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 300.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Breakfast Nook: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Softener-Owned: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 300.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 269900.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 2.46
  • Lot Size Area: 2.46
  • Lot Dimensions: 2.46 Acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 107158.0
  • Zoning Description: A1AG
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4701.0
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2017
Closed on
Sep 6, 2017
Sold by
Houck Duane and Davis Cynthia
Bought by
Shew Scott and Shew Kelly
Seller's Agent
Alex Milshteyn
Real Estate One Inc
Buyer's Agent
Laura Kennedy
Real Estate One Inc
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.82%
Current Estimated Value
$473,481

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$208,481
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.48%
Original Mortgage
$225,250
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 1998
Sold by
Kovacik Thomas F
Bought by
Davis Duane Houck Cynthia
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
Shew Scott $265,000 None Available
Davis Duane Houck Cynthia $59,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Shew Kelly $260,000
Closed Shew Kelly $260,000
Closed Shew Scott $225,250
Previous Owner Houck Ii Duane $146,688
Previous Owner Houck Ii Duane $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/06/2017 09/06/17 Sold $265,000 -1.8% $108 / Sq Ft
09/06/2017 09/06/17 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2017 08/07/17 For Sale $269,900 -- $110 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

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 $5,902 $214,800 $0 $0
2024 $1,801 $199,700 $0 $0
2023 $1,715 $177,600 $0 $0
2022 $5,649 $159,200 $0 $0
2021 $5,484 $156,500 $0 $0
2020 $5,417 $153,900 $0 $0
2019 $5,386 $146,400 $146,400 $0
2018 $5,497 $148,900 $0 $0
2017 $4,912 $161,600 $0 $0
2016 $1,431 $134,644 $0 $0
2015 -- $134,242 $0 $0
2014 -- $130,048 $0 $0
2013 -- $130,048 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alex Milshteyn

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Alex Milshteyn

    Real Estate One Inc

    (734) 417-3560

    15 in this area

    1,126 Total Sales

    Alex Milshteyn
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  • Laura Kennedy

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Laura Kennedy

    Real Estate One Inc

    (734) 476-8065

    2 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Laura Kennedy
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23109067

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 03-11-300-032

Michigan Washtenaw County Whitmore Lake 48189

8470 Merrill Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI

This home is located at 8470 Merrill Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 since 07 August 2017 and is currently estimated at $473,481, approximately $193 per square foot. This property was built in 1998. 8470 Merrill Rd is a home located in Washtenaw County with nearby schools including Bates Elementary School, Creekside Intermediate School, and Anchor Elementary School.

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