NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8679 Deadstream Rd Honor, MI 49640

Estimated Value: $1,426,000 - $1,870,200

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,028 Sq Ft
$563/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 19, 2024

Last sale price $1,800,000 $594 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,410/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Private Dock
  • Sandy Beach
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Guest House
  • Second Garage

About This Home

As of September 2024

Discover the ultimate in lakeside living with this exceptional property on the serene Big Platte Lake in Benzie County. This rare find offers 100 feet of pristine, private sandy beach, making it the perfect spot for endless family fun and relaxation. The expansive home features stunning, panoramic lake views, providing a tranquil escape just minutes from the breathtaking Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the majestic shores of Lake Michigan. Whether you're into fishing, boating, or water sports, Big Platte Lake has it all. With the Platte River flowing directly into the lake, you have easy access to Lake Michigan by canoe or kayak for even more adventures. Adding to the charm of this property is a delightful 556 sq ft guest cottage sold turnkey, perfect for short-term rentals or as a private getaway for visitors. The main residence boasts five spacious bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, making it one of the largest homes currently available on Big Platte Lake. A three-car attached garage and an additional 20 x 22 detached garage provide ample storage for all your needs. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to own a slice of Pure Michigan paradise! Be sure to explore the virtual tour and 3D home tour available on the property’s website for a more detailed look.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jon Zickert

REO-TCBeulah-Frankfort-233027 License #6501375183 Listed on: 08/16/2024

REO-TCBeulah-Frankfort-233027

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Stapleton

Stapleton Realty License #6504271071

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.87 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 377x100
  • Private Waterfront
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,028 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Solarium
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Second Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Private Dock
  • Deck

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Schools

  • Homestead Hills Elementray Elementary School
  • Benzie Central Middle School
  • Benzie Central Senior High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 2001
  • Construction: Frame
  • Principal Residence: Yes
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Ceiling Fan, Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Foyer Entrance, Walk-In Closet(s), Solarium/Sun Room, Mud Room, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 12'9"x19'2", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11'4"x15'9", On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9'8"x11'9", On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12'7"x11'3", On Level: Lower Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Number of Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 10'3"x14'4", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 32'5"x31'8", On Level: Lower Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 21'4"x22'5", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20'11"x12'9", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Other Room: Dimensions: 12'7"x15'7", On Level: Lower Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Range: R 15W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 3028

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Guest House, Secondary Garage(s)
  • Body Of Water: Big Platte Lake
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Landscaped
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Walkout, Entrance Outside, Egress Windows, Full Finished, Entrance Inside
  • Number Of Acres: 0.87
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), All Sports, Water View, Private Dock, Sandy Bottom, Stony Bottom
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete, Gravel, Private
  • Garage Capacity: 3
  • Primary Garage: Attached, Door Opener

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Fireplace(s), Gas
  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air, Central Air
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 14'0"x10'0", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Cable Internet
  • Water: Private Well

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 377x100
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: 3,412.08
  • Winter Taxes: 5,328.02
  • Year Winter: 2023

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Homestead Hills Elementray
  • HighSchool: Benzie Central Senior High School
  • School District: Benzie County Central Schools
  • Middle School: Benzie Central Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Feb 24, 2020
Sold by
Pischke A H & E F L & Tr
Bought by
Bensinger Todd
Seller's Agent
Mary Hoyt
REO-TCBeulah-Frankfort-233027
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Mork
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-S.Bay
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-22.01%
Current Estimated Value
$1,705,733

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,085,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.82%
Original Mortgage
$510,410
Outstanding Balance
$452,041
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$1,253,692
Source: Public Records

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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
Bensinger Todd $620,000 Attorney Only
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bensinger Todd $510,410
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/19/2024 09/19/24 Sold $1,800,000 +29.0% $594 / Sq Ft
08/20/2024 08/20/24 Pending -- -- --
08/16/2024 08/16/24 For Sale $1,395,000 +125.0% $461 / Sq Ft
02/24/2020 02/24/20 Sold $620,000 -10.8% $294 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/13/2020 01/13/20 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2019 09/27/19 Price Changed $695,000 -7.2% $329 / Sq Ft
07/11/2019 07/11/19 Price Changed $749,000 -5.8% $355 / Sq Ft
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $795,000 -- $377 / 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 $6,000 $642,900 $0 $0
2024 $3,412 $417,100 $0 $0
2023 $3,264 $357,000 $0 $0
2022 -- $335,300 $0 $0
2021 -- $319,100 $0 $0
2020 -- -- $0 $0
2019 -- -- $0 $0
2018 -- -- $0 $0
2017 -- -- $0 $0
2016 -- -- $0 $0
2011 -- -- $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jon Zickert

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Jon Zickert

    Real Estate One

    (231) 882-6996

    515 Total Sales

    Jon Zickert
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  • Christine Stapleton

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Christine Stapleton

    Stapleton Realty

    (231) 499-2306

    196 Total Sales

    Christine Stapleton
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  • Mary Hoyt

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Mary Hoyt

    Real Estate One

    (231) 882-9681

    34 Total Sales

    Mary Hoyt
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  • Pamela Mork

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Pamela Mork

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt-S.Bay

    (231) 645-0520

    55 Total Sales

    Pamela Mork
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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1926068

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 02-140-008-00

Michigan Benzie County Honor 49640

8679 Deadstream Rd, Honor, MI

Not Listed for Sale

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