$775,000
UNDER CONTRACT $55K PRICE DROP

8975 S East Torch Lake Dr Alden, MI 49612

Estimated payment $4,354/month

Total Views 14,105
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,386 Sq Ft
$325 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Sandy Beach
  • Countryside Views
  • 150 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Privileges
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and Up North adventure with this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on 7 wooded acres—just 0.37 miles from Torch Lake with deeded access, a shared dock, and the potential of your very own boat slip. To ensure continued lake access, Seller is offering a $6,000 concession to cover three years of in/out marina service should a slip not be immediately available at the deeded access. Inside, the updated kitchen shines with granite countertops, a microwave drawer, and wide-open views in every direction. The cozy living room, complete with a Hearthstone wood stove, sets the scene for quiet evenings after a day on the lake. Step outside to the spacious Trex deck—imagine gathering around the fire pit, or soaking in the peaceful surroundings where a couple of impressive 8-point bucks are known to visit. The main level features a mud room, a flexible nook perfect for reading or a home office, plus a guest bedroom and 3⁄4 bath. Upstairs, the primary suite offers two closets (one walk-in) and a private balcony overlooking the property. A tiled shower, garden tub, convenient laundry room, and an additional bedroom complete the upper level. The lower level family room offers another cozy gathering space with storage and the mechanical room nearby. Outdoors, you will find a 24’x36’ heated garage with side storage, a gardening shed with grapevines nearby, and wood-chipped paths that wind through three acres to a bench overlooking a tranquil ravine. Recent updates include a new furnace, remodeled bathroom, raised gardens, updated sprinkler system, and refreshed landscaping. A major 2018 renovation brought a new kitchen/dining area, siding, roof, wood floors, recessed LED lighting, and a whole-house Generac generator for peace of mind. This home is more than just a residence—it’s a retreat, a gathering place, and a gateway to the unmatched beauty of Torch Lake living.

Listing Agent

Jeanette Gillespie

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Bellai License #6501410795 Listed on: 09/05/2025

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Bellai

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,288

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 7.53 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 679x500x690x500
  • 150 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Landscaped
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Sprinkler System
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,386 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Great Room
  • Den
  • Workshop
  • Countryside Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Crawl Space

Parking

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Property is near a lake
  • Waterfront Park
  • Lake Privileges
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Metes And Bounds Community

Recreation

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,288

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1983
  • Construction: 2x6 Framing, Frame
  • Private Shared: Shared
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1983

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas Water Heater, Smoke Alarms(s)
  • Interior Amenities: Jetted Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Granite Kitchen Tops, Island Kitchen, Great Room, Den/Study, Workshop, Drywall
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 21'3"x14'2", On Level: Upper Floor
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14'9"x10'11, On Level: Upper Floor
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15'3"x11'7", On Level: Main Floor
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Shared
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: No
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 15'8""x11'2"
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18'5"x14'7"
  • Range: R 8W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 2386

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Garden/Storage Shed
  • Body Of Water: Torch Lake
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Countryside View, Covered Porch, Landscaped, Garden Area, Porch, Gutters
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Walkout, Crawl Space, Block, Entrance Outside, Finished Rooms
  • Number Of Acres: 7.53
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Features: Inland Lake, All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Public Lake
  • Waterfront Frontage: 150

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Blacktop, Private
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Primary Garage: Detached, Door Opener, Paved Driveway, Heated, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Wood, Stove
  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air, Central Air
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 11'2"x10', On Level: Upper Floor
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Cable Internet
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Amenities: Community Dock, Lake Privileges, Water Front Park
  • Development Name: Metes and Bounds

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Cleared, Wooded, Rolling, Sloping
  • Lot Dimensions: 679x500x690x500
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential, Outbuildings Allowed

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Energy Efficient Windows

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: 2241.85
  • Winter Taxes: 1549.78
  • Year Winter: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Mancelona Public Schools

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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 $3,288 $255,300 $0 $0
2024 $19 $218,600 $0 $0
2023 $1,889 $217,800 $0 $0
2022 $2,838 $130,500 $0 $0
2021 $2,730 $98,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,901 $92,700 $0 $0
2019 $1,884 $90,100 $0 $0
2018 $1,855 $93,000 $0 $0
2017 $1,819 $91,900 $0 $0
2016 $1,165 $80,700 $0 $0
2015 -- $77,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $76,600 $0 $0
2013 -- $73,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Price Changed $775,000 -6.1% $325 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Price Changed $825,000 -0.6% $346 / Sq Ft
09/05/2025 09/05/25 For Sale $830,000 -- $348 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $420,000 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Jeanette Gillespie

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Bellai

(231) 389-9468

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If you’re looking for a real estate agent who listens, responds quickly, and handles every detail with care, you’ve found your match. I’m passionate about helping buyers and sellers navigate every step of their real estate journey with confidence and clarity.

Originally from West Michigan, I was always drawn to the beauty and lifestyle of Northern Michigan—and I’m proud to now call Bellaire home. Whether it’s lakefront living, a cozy village home, or a private wooded getaway, I love

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Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1938328

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 05-08-016-025-10