Set on a private, wooded 2.3-acre corner lot just minutes from Traverse City, this thoughtfully custom-built Williamsburg home offers over 3,500 sq ft of finished living and storage space with major recent updates throughout. Combining peaceful privacy, modern improvements, and flexible living areas—including a heated garage, bonus room, and partially finished basement—this property delivers the space and setting Northern Michigan buyers are looking for. This move-in-ready 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home—with potential for a 5th bedroom in the basement—features an open and inviting layout ideal for both comfortable daily living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and flows into a bright breakfast nook overlooking the private backyard. Multiple living areas, including a large family room and lower-level recreation room, provide excellent flexibility. Recent updates include brand-new roof shingles (2024), furnace (2022), hot water heater (2023), and washer, dryer, and refrigerator (2024). The heated 24x24 attached garage offers year-round convenience, while the bonus room above provides ideal space for a home office, guest room, or hobbies. The partially finished lower level includes an egress window and generous storage. Professionally designed landscaping by Landscape Logic (2022) features a boulder retaining wall, stone steps, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces. A fenced backyard with double access gates enhances privacy while complementing the natural wooded setting. The back deck overlooks mature hardwoods and peaceful surroundings. Located in the highly regarded Elk Rapids Schools district, the property is just minutes from Elk Lake, Torch Lake, Sand Lakes Quiet Area, the VASA Trail system, Grand Traverse Resort golf courses, and the shopping, dining, and year-round amenities of Traverse City. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of acreage, privacy, recent updates, and a desirable location.
For sale
$590,000
5465 Samels Rd, Williamsburg, MI 49690
4beds
2,872sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
2.3 Acres Lot
$569,700 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Heated garagePartially finished basementLower-level recreation roomBoulder retaining wallStone stepsThoughtfully designed outdoor spacesLarge family room
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2026 at 07:01am
Listed by:
Tom Schultz,
Real Estate One - Charlevoix 231-547-5100
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1942524
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Great Room, Exercise Room, Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.8
- Dimensions: 17 x 13.4
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 103.02
- Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 124.2
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 11.5
Bedroom 4
- Area: 448.85
- Dimensions: 19.1 x 23.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 114.13
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 11.3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 178.16
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 13.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 244.36
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 16.4
Heating
- Forced Air, Pellet Stove, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan/Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Propane Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Nook, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Den/Study, Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV
- Basement: Full,Partial,Egress Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Wood Burning, Electric, Pellet Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,872
- Total interior livable area: 2,872 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,233
- Finished area below ground: 639
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Heated Garage, Concrete Floors, Stone
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 331 x 301
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Cleared, Sloped, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 1300302151
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: .
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Williamsburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,306
- Annual tax amount: $4,387
- Price range: $590K - $590K
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
$569,700
$541,000 - $598,000
$2,598/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $590,000+47.5%$205/sqft |
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| 3/28/2022 | Sold | $400,000+0%$139/sqft |
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| 2/20/2022 | Pending sale | $399,999$139/sqft |
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| 2/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,999$139/sqft |
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| 1/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/27/2021 | Price change | $399,999-3.6%$139/sqft |
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| 10/7/2021 | Price change | $414,999-3.5%$144/sqft |
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| 9/24/2021 | Listed for sale | $430,000+169.6%$150/sqft |
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| 5/30/2009 | Listing removed | $159,500$56/sqft |
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| 4/17/2009 | Listed for sale | $159,500+1.9%$56/sqft |
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| 2/12/2009 | Sold | $156,500-1.9%$54/sqft |
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| 1/9/2009 | Price change | $159,500-5.9%$56/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #1697240 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2008 | Price change | $169,500-5.6%$59/sqft |
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| 11/6/2008 | Price change | $179,500-5.3%$63/sqft |
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| 9/30/2008 | Listed for sale | $189,500-16.8%$66/sqft |
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| 7/28/2003 | Sold | $227,900$79/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,387 +5% | $258,000 +26.8% |
| 2024 | $4,177 +77.3% | $203,500 +18.2% |
| 2023 | $2,356 +2.7% | $172,100 +8.8% |
| 2022 | $2,295 +8.1% | $158,200 +16.4% |
| 2021 | $2,123 -5.7% | $135,900 -0.1% |
| 2020 | $2,252 | $136,000 +6.8% |
| 2019 | $2,252 +1.9% | $127,300 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $2,210 | $117,200 +4.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $112,300 +15.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $97,600 +13% |
| 2014 | -- | $86,400 +0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $86,100 -7.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $92,700 -2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $94,700 -22.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $122,300 -2% |
| 2008 | -- | $124,800 +2.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $121,780 +3.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $117,880 +1.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $116,630 +3.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $112,360 +2.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $109,440 +5.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $104,060 +69.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $61,330 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,096/mo
Principal & interest
$2727
Property taxes
$369
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49690
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mill Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Cherryland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.1 mi
- 9/10Elk Rapids High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Elk Rapids Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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