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Sold for $524,900
  • $524,900

    8695 W Sapphire Ave, Lake City, MI 49651

    3beds
    1,927sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1966
    0.54 Acres Lot
    $586,200 Zestimate®
    $272/sqft
    $2,490 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $586,200

    $551,000 - $627,000

    $2,490/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to a perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and lakefront living located on the sandy shores of our beautiful all-sports Sapphire Lake, providing a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, to enjoy fishing, boating or kicking back at the sandbar. The clear waters and sandy shoreline is perfect for swimming located just minutes from downtown Lake City or Cadillac, it is a short ride to enjoy restaurants and shopping. Our Northern Michigan town has so many events to enjoy all four seasons; the famous Greatest 4th in the North, snowmobiling or orving on the miles of trails. This charming cottage situated on a large lot offers 90 ft. of private sandy frontage with a great beach to sink your toes into or wade in for a swim. At the water's edge is a new patio and 60 ft. of dock to step right onto your boat. The steps from the beach goes right under the deck into the lower level walkout or access the beach shed for wet storage. This very well maintained home features three bedrooms and three baths and an attached garage; master bedroom with ensuite, laundry and 1/2 bath off the kitchen, a full bath for guests off the guest bedrooms and a large family room and guest bedroom in the walkout lower level. As you walk into the home you are greeted with grand views of the water at every angle, the well appointed windows let in lots of natural light while enjoying the open concept kitchen, dining and living room, gas fireplace and sliders off the the living room and master bedroom to the expansive deck. Updates include; furnace, central air, water heater, kitchen appliances, fixtures and fans, carpet and paint throughout home. The attached garage offers room for storage and parking. Sale includes all furnishings and dock. Pontoon boat is negotiable. This central location lakefront offers easy day trips to Traverse City, Lake Michigan & ski resorts as well. Bring your suitcase and start enjoying lakefront living today, ensuring endless hours of outdoor fun and entertainment.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tamara McLeod Helsel 231-920-6422,

    City2Shore Real Estate Northern Michigan 231-839-0077

    Bought with:

    Tamara McLeod Helsel, 6502410127

    City2Shore Real Estate Northern Michigan

    Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1922760MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 162.4
    • Dimensions: 11.6 x 14
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 125.4
    • Dimensions: 11 x 11.4
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 105.84
    • Dimensions: 10.8 x 9.8
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Private
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 69.75
    • Dimensions: 8.11 x 8.6
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 528
    • Dimensions: 33 x 16
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 158.4
    • Dimensions: 13.2 x 12
    Living room
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 416.77
    • Dimensions: 23.09 x 18.05
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Breakfast Nook, Den/Study, Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet
    • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
    • Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
    • Basement: Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished Rooms,Egress Windows,Finished,Interior Entry
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,927
    • Total interior livable area: 1,927 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,399
    • Finished area below ground: 528

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Concrete Floors, Concrete, Private
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Multi-Level Decking, Patio, Covered
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Dock
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Bay, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water,Bay
    • Waterfront features: Inland Lake, All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Gradual Slope to Water, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
    • Body of water: Sapphire Lake
    • Frontage type: Waterfront
    • Frontage length: 90
    Lot
    • Size: 0.54 Acres
    • Dimensions: 90 x 100
    • Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Level, Sloped, Landscaped
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s), Other
    • Parcel number: 00960014000
    • Zoning description: Residential,Unknown

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch,Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Vinyl Siding, Stone
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Metal/Steel
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1966
    • Major remodel year: 1995

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Private

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
    Community
    • Community features: None
    Location
    • Region: Lake City
    • Subdivision: Sapphire Plat 2

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • HOA fee: $125 annually
    • Services included: Snow Removal, Other

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
    • Price range: $524.9K - $524.9K
    • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership type: Private Owner
    • Road surface type: Dirt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/28/2024Sold$524,900$272/sqft
    Source: NGLRMLS #1922760 Report a problem
    6/25/2024Pending sale$524,900$272/sqft
    Source: NGLRMLS #1922760 Report a problem
    5/25/2024Listed for sale$524,900+81%$272/sqft
    Source: NGLRMLS #1922760 Report a problem
    8/24/2017Sold$290,000$150/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,982 +4.2%$207,500 +16.2%
    2024$5,743 $178,500 +9.6%
    2023-- $162,900 +13.4%
    2022-- $143,700 +12.9%
    2020-- $127,300 +9.6%
    2019$4,364 $116,100 +2.7%
    2018$4,364 -7.4%$113,000 -3.1%
    2017$4,714 $116,600 +2.8%
    2016$4,714 $113,400 +10.9%
    2015$4,714 $102,300 -5.7%
    2014$4,714 $108,500 +5.5%
    2013$4,714 $102,800 -9.5%
    2011$4,714 -19.2%$113,600 +1.4%
    2009$5,833 $112,000

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 49651

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Lake City Area School District

    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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