Stephen Karas

Elk Rapids MI

EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

109 Closed Sales

$34.5M Total Value

$100K - $1.3M Price Range

$316.6K Average Price

Prior 5 years

About Stephen

Home Types: House, Condo, Manufactured, Lot/Land, Commercial

Years of Experience: 18

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals
Total Deals	9
Total Value	$2,692,000
Average Sale Price	$299,111
Price Range	$45K - $500K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	8
Total Value	$2,840,400
Average Sale Price	$355,050
Price Range	$217K - $602K

Seller Deals
Total Deals	23
Total Value	$6,217,900
Average Sale Price	$270,343
Price Range	$45K - $510K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	14
Total Value	$5,105,900
Average Sale Price	$364,707
Price Range	$217K - $602K

Seller Deals
Total Deals	78
Total Value	$22,445,975
Average Sale Price	$287,769
Price Range	$12K - $1.3M

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	31
Total Value	$12,058,900
Average Sale Price	$388,997
Price Range	$101K - $915K

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Stephen is Experienced In

Stephen's Recent Active Listings

$735,000
- Land
- 15 Acres
- $50,481 per Acre
5175 Sawyer Woods Dr

Traverse City, MI
Nearly 15 acres (across 4 parcels) of level and cleared land ready for development in Blair Township, only a half-mile from US-31. Blair Township has approved an 86,400-sqft/10-unit site condo development via Special Use Permit (engineering/plans/etc. are included in this sale). Commercial zoning allows a variety of uses, including residential multi-family developments. Electric, natural gas, and

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$239,900
- Land
- 0.21 Acre
- $1,142,381 per Acre
406 W Lincoln St

Charlevoix, MI
Blank Canvas Lot, Build your full time or vacation home in desirable Charlevoix. Central location only Minutes to downtown Charlevoix, Waterfront parks, Charlevoix Munson Healthcare

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$873,900
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,442 Sq Ft
7495 Bennett Rd

Williamsburg, MI
Close to town and shopping, close to TC Horse Shows, in the country with space to move. This home boasts 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, a full finished walk out lower level, 2 car attached garage and a spacious 36x48 Pole barn. Home has recently been updated and is ready for the next family to enjoy. Home also has a rental history with Horse Show attendees. Additional land may be available adjacent to

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Joint Agent

$199,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,188 Sq Ft
9233 Covert Rd NE

Mancelona, MI
This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on 2.6 wooded acres in Kalkaska County, surrounded by mature trees and located on a quiet country road. Enjoy easy access to nearby state land and lakes with public access. Bring your side-by-side, ATV, or snowmobile and head directly to the trails or spend the day exploring the surrounding lakes and outdoor recreation opportunities. The home is being sold

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Joint Agent

$257,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,188 Sq Ft
170 Kleehammer Club Dr NE

Kalkaska, MI
Nestled on over 7 wooded acres, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers privacy, beauty, and room to enjoy the outdoors. Designed for comfortable living, the home features convenient main-floor laundry and a welcoming layout perfect for year-round living or a northern Michigan getaway. Enjoy the quiet and solitude from the spacious backyard deck with solar lighting, a fire pit in the

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Joint Agent

$275,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,355 Sq Ft
2856 Valley Rd NW

Kalkaska, MI
Pole barn/barndominium-style home set on 6.85 gently rolling acres, offering a perfect blend of open space and privacy with approximately 50% wooded terrain. This unique property features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with the main living area located on the upper level to take advantage of elevated views. The main floor includes an additional living space, bedroom, and full bath—ideal for

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Joint Agent

$175,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 640 Sq Ft
3522 Sigma Rd SE

Kalkaska, MI
Tucked away on 3 beautiful acres, this charming Beaver log home offers the perfect blend of privacy and Up North living. A full covered front porch welcomes you and is ideal for relaxing and taking in the peaceful surroundings. The property also features a cozy bunk house for guests or storage, a detached log-sided garage, adding both function and rustic appeal and the crawl space has been

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Joint Agent

$159,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,060 Sq Ft
3785 Westwood Rd NE

Mancelona, MI
Charming country home situated on 3.76 acres, offering privacy and plenty of room to enjoy northern Michigan living. This property features three bedrooms and one bathroom with endless possibilities to make it your dream home. Conveniently located near state land and snowmobile trails, this property is perfect for year-round recreation. Ideally positioned halfway between Kalkaska and Mancelona,

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Joint Agent

$225,000
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,300 Sq Ft
4673 N Crossover Dr

Unit 562

Bellaire, MI
Embark on your Northern Michigan adventure with this spacious condo—an ideal haven for family getaways, friend gatherings, or savvy rental endeavors. Boasting two bedrooms, three full baths, and a handy Murphy bed, it caters to your every need with comfort and flexibility in mind. Take in the changing seasons with serene views of Lake Bellaire from the deck, or rejuvenate in Condo complex indoor

Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Recently Sold

$195,000

Sold Oct 3, 2025
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,990 Sq Ft
01690-1B E Strasse Private

Boyne City, MI
- $98/SF
- 53 Days On Market
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty

$399,000

Sold Oct 3, 2025
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,644 Sq Ft
5289 Harris Rd

Traverse City, MI
- 7% Below List
- $151/SF
- 72 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $450K
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$195,000

Sold Oct 3, 2025
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,990 Sq Ft
01690-1B E Strasse Private

Unit 1B 25% Fra

Boyne City, MI
- 5% Below List
- $98/SF
- 163 Days On Market
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$475,000

Sold Sep 12, 2025
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,787 Sq Ft
4546 Prouty Rd

Traverse City, MI
- 5% Below List
- $266/SF
- 57 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $489K
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$427,000

Sold May 15, 2025
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,800 Sq Ft
10008 E Lakeview Hills Rd

Traverse City, MI
- 4% Below List
- $237/SF
- 68 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $443K
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$263,000

Sold Dec 20, 2024
- Land
- 80.00 Acre Lot
3982 Mitchell Rd SE

Kalkaska, MI
- 9% Below List
- 58 Days On Market
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$105,000

Sold Oct 15, 2024
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 400 Sq Ft
5712 Shanty Creek Rd

Unit 689

Bellaire, MI
- 16% Below List
- $262/SF
- 182 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $122K
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$510,000

Sold Aug 22, 2024
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,000 Sq Ft
7949 Peaceful Valley

Williamsburg, MI
- 4% Above List
- $255/SF
- 28 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $512K
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

$100,000

Sold Jul 26, 2024
- Land
- 7.50 Acre Lot
on Powell Rd

Milton Township, MI
- 9% Below List
- 8 Days On Market
Stephen Karas EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

Awards and Designations

TAAR Realtor of the Year 2009
NAR - National Association of Realtors
GRI - Graduate REALTOR Institute

Agent License: Michigan 6502368498

Stephen Karas

(231) 642-9491

EXIT Northern Shores Realty-ER

(231) 642-9491

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