$3,500,000

7822 W Welch Rd Empire, MI 49630

Estimated payment $19,570/month

Total Views 4,677
3 Beds
3 Baths
3,064 Sq Ft
$1,142 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Private Dock
  • Wooded Lot
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Sandy Beach
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

"A step back in time".....Properties like this are few and far between! This classic cottage on Little Glen Lakes south shore has incredible charm inside and out, with board and batton siding, flagstone patio and walkways, lush perennial gardens, cut stone chimney and fire place, wide Ponderosa pine paneling, built-in book cases and cabinetry, a lovely screened in porch, vintage fixtures, and so much more! The first owners originally built what was a bunk house/cabin in 1938, added a summer kitchen, porch, and bathroom, followed by a two story west addition in 1947, to accommodate 3 bedroom, two bathrooms, family room, all in keeping with the original architectural style. Having changed hands as "recently" as 1968, the estate of the second owners have decided to offer this unique property to it's third successor stewards. Might this be your legacy property? Three waterfront parcels that total just under 6 acres are included with 181' of frontage with views of the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the westerly vacant lot is 82.5' by 1000 deep, the cottage and garage occupy the middle and eastern portion. Exceptional vintage furnishings are included, as well the dock, hoist, and pontoon boat. With immediate possession granted at closing, bring some provisions, the family and settle in for the second half of the summer and begin to write your Little Glen story.

Listing Agent

Rob Serbin

Serbin Real Estate License #6502352434 Listed on: 06/19/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,882

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 5.69 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 181x1006x265x791x83
  • Private Waterfront
  • 181 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Sandy Beach
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,064 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Paneling
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Great Room
  • Den
  • Screened Porch
  • Michigan Basement
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Property is near a lake
  • Private Dock
  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,882

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story, Cottage
  • Estimated Year Built: 1938
  • Construction: Brick, Frame
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 4
  • Year Updated: 1947
  • Year Renovated: 2000
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1938

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Security System, Exhaust Fan, Blinds, Drapes, Ceiling Fan, Electric Water Heater, Smoke Alarms(s)
  • Interior Amenities: Built-In Bookcase, Pantry, Breakfast Nook, Granite Kitchen Tops, Great Room, Den/Study, Beamed Ceilings, Paneling
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 22.4x14.2, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 21.4x14.10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 22.6x17.2, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: Combox19.4, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16.5x12, On Level: Main Floor
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 21x18.4, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 29.5xCombo, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Other Room: Dimensions: 16x14.10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 3064
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1142.3
  • Range: R 14W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 3064

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Garden/Storage Shed
  • Body Of Water: Little Glen Lake
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Patio, Sidewalk, Landscaped, Garden Area, Screened Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Wood, Brick
  • Foundation: Michigan Basement, Poured Concrete, Slab
  • Number Of Acres: 5.69
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), Inland Lake, All Sports, Private Dock, Sandy Bottom, Gradual Slope to Water, Available for Purchase, Public Lake, Sandy Shoreline
  • Waterfront Frontage: 181

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Fireplace(s), Wood, Stove
  • Heating Cooling Types: Hot Water, Baseboard, Ductless A/C
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 12.3x11.9, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Cable Internet
  • Water: Private Well

Schools

  • School District: Glen Lake Community Schools

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 181x1006x265x791x83
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Glen Lake Community Schools

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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 $2,882 $254,600 $0 $0
2024 $1,840 $254,000 $0 $0
2023 $1,346 $221,600 $0 $0
2022 $2,700 $193,400 $0 $0
2021 $2,709 $192,200 $0 $0
2020 $2,709 $201,700 $0 $0
2019 $1,213 $198,400 $0 $0
2018 -- $154,800 $0 $0
2017 -- $153,400 $0 $0
2016 -- $158,000 $0 $0
2015 -- $158,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $151,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $3,500,000 -- $1,142 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1935414

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 005-004-052-00