Welcome to Zen on the Lake. This modern mid-century home, designed by Frank Mason is a marvel with over 4,000 square feet, impeccably landscaped and maintained grounds and 181 feet of frontage on the private and serene Cotton Lake. 5.5 acres of open sedge forest round out this rare find. Punctuated by an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and sweeping lake vistas from the stunning glass-dominant lakeview facade. Hardwood floors, 3-sided great room fireplace, numerous lakeview and open air dining spaces and original wood trim throughout the home. Top of the line Viking kitchen has extensive storage and easy access to multiple dining areas. The open air balcony leads to 3 of the 4 bedrooms. Master bedroom includes private bath, large sitting area or closet,and private lakeview balcony.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
5.53 acresLot Size
$222Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Geoffrey Cripe• Michigan Lifestyle Properties
Welcome to Zen on the Lake. This modern mid-century home, designed by Frank Mason is a marvel with over 4,000 square feet, impeccably landscaped and maintained grounds and 181 feet of frontage on the private and serene Cotton Lake. 5.5 acres of open sedge forest round out this rare find. Punctuated by an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and sweeping lake vistas from the stunning glass-dominant lakeview facade. Hardwood floors, 3-sided great room fireplace, numerous lakeview and open air dining spaces and original wood trim throughout the home. Top of the line Viking kitchen has extensive storage and easy access to multiple dining areas. The open air balcony leads to 3 of the 4 bedrooms. Master bedroom includes private bath, large sitting area or closet, and private lakeview balcony.
SW Michigan MLS #14033677
Jun 14, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2014
Listed
$625,000
$153/sq ft
REALCOMP #66014033677
Jun 13, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2014
Listed
$625,000
$153/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #10018532
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 22, 2010
Listed
$680,000
$166/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2813211
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 2, 2008
Listed
$749,900
$183/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2552202
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Dec 13, 2005
Listed
$424,000
$104/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2533966
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Aug 9, 2005
Listed
$434,900
$106/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2503796
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jan 29, 2005
Listed
$459,900
$112/sq ft
REALCOMP #66010018532
Sep 7, 2010
Listing Removed
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Apr 22, 2010
Listed
$680,000
$166/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002813211
Aug 17, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 2, 2008
Listed
$749,900
$183/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2746501
Apr 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2007
Listed
$749,900
$183/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002746501
Apr 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2007
Listed
$749,900
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 30, 2006
Sold
$310,000
$76/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2617500
Jun 19, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 13, 2005
Listed
$399,000
$97/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002617500
Jun 19, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 13, 2005
Listed
$399,000
$97/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002552202
Apr 13, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 13, 2005
Listed
$424,000
$104/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002533966
Dec 13, 2005
Listing Removed
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Aug 9, 2005
Listed
$434,900
$106/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002503796
Jul 28, 2005
Listing Removed
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Jan 29, 2005
Listed
$459,900
$112/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2330773
Nov 2, 2004
Listing Removed
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Aug 11, 2003
Listed
$479,900
$117/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002330773
Nov 2, 2004
Listing Removed
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Aug 11, 2003
Listed
$479,900
$117/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,836 (+3.0%)
2024
$8,575 (+65.8%)
2023
$5,173 (−22.6%)
2021
$6,687
Tax history for 9870 6 Mile Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,836 (+3.0%)
2024
$8,575 (+65.8%)
2023
$5,173 (−22.6%)
2021
$6,687
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.92 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,825
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calhoun County
APN
17-181-006-10
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
May 19, 2024 • Final
Building
Addition
May 7, 2024 • Final
Building
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Attached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceramic Floor, Garage Door Opener, Gas/Wood Stove, Hot Tub Spa, LP Tank Owned, Security System, Wet Bar, Water Softener/Rented, Whirlpool Tub, Wood Floor, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
# of Rooms Total: 9
Fireplace Features: Formal Dining, Wood Burning
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Oven, Microwave, Freezer, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Built in Oven
Directions: From I-94 and Battle Creek- Take M-66 South a few miles to B Drive South. Head east on B Drive South, then south onto 6 Mile Road at next major intersection. ATTN: addresses are not in chronological order along stretches of this road look for cluster of mailboxes (9870) east side of road, gated drive and United Country sign just before you reach E Drive South. Follow drive back, left at Y 2 home
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,825
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Calhoun County
APN: 17-181-006-10
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sonoma Elementary
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Harper Creek Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
Harper Creek High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Battle Creek, MI • 49014
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In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$865,000 – $1.05M
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