NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8229 W Day Forest Rd Empire, MI 49630

Estimated Value: $2,852,000 - $4,085,721

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,592 Sq Ft
$985/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 10, 2019

Last sale price $1,700,000 $473 Per Sq Ft

Est. 108% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,465/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Wooded Lot
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Second Garage
  • 2-Story Property

About This Home

As of May 2019

One of the last remaining LARGE waterfront parcels available on Glen Lake is being offered 3 ways: 300' with existing home and garage; or as two 150' waterfront parcels for $975,000 each. (MLS 1848468 & 1848469) The third option is selling the western 100' lot (closest to the Dunes -lot #71) separately for $675,000 (see MLS #1846079,) BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE DRONE VIDEO AT THE VIRTUAL TOUR LINK Spectacular 3 acre Glen Lake property has 300 feet of waterfront, within minutes of the Dune Climb. This gorgeous location has huge hardwoods and a slightly elevated lake perspective overlooking Sleeping Bear Dunes, providing the perfect site for creating family memories. The National Park is across the road and the Heritage Bike Trail is a short ride away. This unique property offers the future owner the opportunity to use or rent the more than 3500 square foot 4 BR 3 ½ bath Mid-Century Modern home, while planning the future of this property. Perhaps to be replaced with one large family estate or to build 3 custom homes on each of the 100 ft. lots. Special Features include: 3.03 acres (300 x 440ft) ,4 BR/3.5 BA , 3592 approx. finished sq/ft Lots 69, 70, 71 (splittable), deck, patio, covered porch Beautiful wooded property, private and room to grow, 2 fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, built in bookcases, pantry, breakfast nook, separate dining room. Spacious master bedroom on main level w/walk-in closet and fireplace Large 67'x 25' outbuilding has office, guest space, 3/4 bath, 3 car garage, fish cleaning room, and storage space for lawn equipment, toys, and workshop All this close to National Lake Shore, Dune Climb, Village of Glen Arbor, Lake Michigan

Last Listed By

Gilbert Webb

Serbin Real Estate License #6501386590 Listed on: 03/10/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,631

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 3.03 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 300x400
  • Private Waterfront
  • 300 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Sandy Beach
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • 2-Story Property
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,592 Sq Ft Home
  • Bookcases
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Second Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Drive Under Main Level
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Property is near a lake
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Cooling System Utilizes Oil
  • Space Heater
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Forest Glen Community

Recreation

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,631

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story, Ranch, 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1959
  • Construction: Frame
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 32
  • Year Updated: 1976
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1959

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Ceiling Fan
  • Interior Amenities: Built-In Bookcase, Foyer Entrance, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Nook, Island Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Great Room
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 23'5"x21', On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15'4"x10'4", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15'6"x12'4", On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 15'6"x12'6", On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15'10"x15'4", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 21'x17', On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 29'x23'5", On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 3592
  • Estimated Below Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 720
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 473.27
  • Range: R 14W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 3592

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Garden/Storage Shed, Workshop, Secondary Garage(s)
  • Body Of Water: Glen Lake
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Wood
  • Foundation: Partial, Crawl Space, Block, Daylight Windows, Unfinished
  • Number Of Acres: 3.03
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt, Membrane
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), Inland Lake, All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Public Lake
  • Waterfront Frontage: 300

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage Capacity: 3
  • Primary Garage: Attached, Drive Under/Built-In, Door Opener, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Fireplace(s), Wood
  • Heating Cooling Types: Hot Water, Baseboard, Space Heater, Zoned/Dual
  • Laundry: On Level: Lower Floor, Flooring: Concrete
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, WiFi
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: Forest Glen

Schools

  • School District: Glen Lake Community Schools

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 69-71
  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 300x400
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Splits Available, Subdivision
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: 6,241.51
  • Winter Taxes: 15,596.71

MLS Schools

  • School District: Glen Lake Community Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2019
Closed on
May 7, 2019
Sold by
Cook Mary K
Bought by
Waldeck Mark D and Fritz Delaine A
Seller's Agent
Gilbert Webb
Serbin Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pam Depuy
The Martin Company
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-12.82%
Total Days on Market
60
Current Estimated Value
$3,537,907

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,837,907
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.06%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Waldeck Mark D $1,700,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/10/2019 05/10/19 Sold $1,700,000 -12.8% $473 / Sq Ft
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2019 03/10/19 For Sale $1,950,000 -- $543 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2024 $20,631 $2,946,000 $0 $0
2023 $15,036 $1,854,100 $0 $0
2022 $38,926 $1,202,600 $0 $0
2021 $26,642 $797,500 $0 $0
2020 $21,401 $622,600 $0 $0
2019 $23,531 $747,300 $0 $0
2018 -- $716,200 $0 $0
2017 -- $699,800 $0 $0
2016 -- $667,700 $0 $0
2015 -- $643,100 $0 $0
2014 -- $848,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gilbert Webb

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Gilbert Webb

    Serbin Real Estate

    (231) 645-1490

    6 Total Sales

    Gilbert Webb
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  • Betsy Webb

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Betsy Webb

    Serbin Real Estate

    (231) 645-0338

    35 Total Sales

    Betsy Webb
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  • Pam Depuy

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Pam Depuy

    The Martin Company

    (231) 590-1351

    72 Total Sales

    Pam Depuy
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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1857859

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 006-610-069-00

Michigan Leelanau County Empire 49630

8229 W Day Forest Rd, Empire, MI

Homes for Sale in Empire, MI

This home is located at 8229 W Day Forest Rd, Empire, MI 49630 since 10 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $3,537,907, approximately $984 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 8229 W Day Forest Rd is a home located in Leelanau County with nearby schools including Glen Lake Community Schools and Glen Lake Elementary School.

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