This charming 7.14 acre property provides lush greenery, privacy, and endless opportunities. Situated in the scenic area of Bear Lake, this property is near Crystal Mountain Resort, Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear National Park, Bear Lake, Arcadia Bluffs, Crystal Downs, and many other summer and winter attractions. Whether you are looking to make it your new project, future home, or a peaceful retreat, this house provides a unique opportunity for you to put your finishing touches on a beautiful property. The home has been stripped to the studs and old bathrooms have been removed, providing endless opportunities for the construction and remodel of your dream home. Many updates, including a new roof, updated electrical panel, RV and Generac hookups, and a working well and septic. all offers reviewed Saturday July 18th at 7:00pm
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
7.14 acresLot Size
$95Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Steve Koleno• Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC
Bought with Non-Member Agent Agent• Non-Member Office
Est. $2,167 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 17055 Butwell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SW Michigan MLS #26033657
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$181,500
$95/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$100/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70543339
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$181,500
$95/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$100/sq ft
This charming 7.14 acre property provides lush greenery, privacy, and endless opportunities. Situated in the scenic area of Bear Lake, this property is near Crystal Mountain Resort, Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear National Park, Bear Lake, Arcadia Bluffs, Crystal Downs, and many other summer and winter attractions. Whether you are looking to make it your new project, future home, or a peaceful retreat, this house provides a unique opportunity for you to put your finishing touches on a beautiful property. The home has been stripped to the studs and old bathrooms have been removed, providing endless opportunities for the construction and remodel of your dream home. Many updates, including a new roof, updated electrical panel, RV and Generac hookups, and a working well and septic. all offers reviewed Saturday July 18th at 7:00pm
REALCOMP #65026033657
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$181,500
$95/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 3, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$100/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #22027186
Jul 29, 2022
Sold
$103,000
$54/sq ft
Jul 12, 2022
Pending
—
Jun 30, 2022
Listed
$99,900
$52/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70270081
Jul 29, 2022
Sold
$103,000
$54/sq ft
Jun 30, 2022
Listed
$99,900
$52/sq ft
Jun 30, 2022
Listed
$99,900
$52/sq ft
REALCOMP #67022027186
Jul 29, 2022
Sold
$103,000
$54/sq ft
Jul 12, 2022
Pending
—
Jun 30, 2022
Listed
$99,900
$52/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #1196098
Apr 6, 2020
Sold
$60,000
$31/sq ft
Apr 6, 2020
Sold
$60,000
$31/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #20005339
Apr 6, 2020
Sold
$60,000
$31/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70092783
Apr 6, 2020
Sold
$60,000
$31/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
REALCOMP #67020005339
Apr 6, 2020
Sold
$60,000
$31/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001196098
Apr 6, 2020
Sold
$60,000
$31/sq ft
Dec 26, 2019
Listed
$69,500
$36/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #1155837
Dec 14, 2015
Sold
$43,500
$23/sq ft
Dec 14, 2015
Sold
$43,500
$23/sq ft
Oct 6, 2015
Listed
$49,900
$26/sq ft
Oct 6, 2015
Listed
$49,900
$26/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001155837
Dec 14, 2015
Sold
$43,500
$23/sq ft
Oct 6, 2015
Listed
$49,900
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,175 (−14.3%)
2024
$1,371 (−61.6%)
2023
$3,572 (+33.6%)
2022
$2,673 (+2.9%)
2021
$2,598 (+37.3%)
2020
$1,892 (+2.2%)
2019
$1,850 (+1.9%)
2018
$1,815 (+1.0%)
2017
$1,797 (+0.9%)
2016
$1,781 (+130.7%)
2015
$772 (+1.6%)
2014
$760 (+3.3%)
2013
$736
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7.14 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manistee County
APN
12-009-350-01
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Other
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 9
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Michigan Basement
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 10
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Length: 12
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 15
Room Width: 10
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 16
Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 16
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 10
Room Length: 15
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 15
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Width: 10
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 8
Room 7 Information
Room Width: 6
Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room Length: 9
Room 8 Information
Room Length: 11
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room Width: 7
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,906
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1890
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 7.14
Lot Size Area: 7.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1906.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,393
Tax Assessed Value: $31,574
Location
School Information
High School District: Bear Lake
Location Information
Directions: Drive northeast on US 31/Lake St. Continue on US 31. Left to Glovers Lake Road/CR 604. Right to Butwell Road. Property is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Manistee County
APN: 12-009-350-01
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bear Lake Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.9mi
6/10
Bear Lake High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bear Lake, MI • 49614
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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43
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23
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Bear Lake. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$170,000 – $206,000
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