Enjoy the up north feel in this charming log sided chalet sitting on nearly 2.5 private acres. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths, plus extra living space with another bath in the full walk-out basement. The property includes a large 2 car detached garage with attic storage and an additional pole barn for all your toys and tools. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain, Arcadia Bluffs, and several beautiful lakes, with Traverse City only about 45 minutes away. A great mix of peace, privacy, and easy access to all your favorite Northern Michigan adventures!
Enjoy the up north feel in this charming log sided chalet sitting on nearly 2.5 private acres. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths, plus extra living space with another bath in the full walk-out basement. The property includes a large 2 car detached garage with attic storage and an additional pole barn for all your toys and tools. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain, Arcadia Bluffs, and several beautiful lakes, with Traverse City only about 45 minutes away. A great mix of peace, privacy, and easy access to all your favorite Northern Michigan adventures!
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70071365
Sep 10, 2021
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Sep 10, 2021
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Jul 10, 2019
Listed
$365,000
$173/sq ft
REALCOMP #67019033806
Sep 10, 2021
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Jul 10, 2019
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$365,000
$173/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #1192445
Mar 1, 2021
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Mar 1, 2021
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Jul 10, 2019
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$365,000
$173/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #19033806
Feb 25, 2021
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Jul 10, 2019
Listed
$365,000
$173/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001192445
Mar 1, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jul 10, 2019
Listed
$365,000
$173/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21307682
Oct 17, 2018
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Oct 17, 2018
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Jun 12, 2017
Listed
$365,000
$173/sq ft
REALCOMP #5021307682
Oct 17, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 12, 2017
Listed
$365,000
$173/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #1164131
Jan 12, 2017
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Jan 12, 2017
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Jul 12, 2016
Listed
$450,750
$213/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001164131
Jan 12, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jul 12, 2016
Listed
$450,750
$213/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,254 (−51.6%)
2024
$2,589 (+11.1%)
2023
$2,331 (+6.5%)
2022
$2,189 (+4.2%)
2021
$2,101 (+10.0%)
2020
$1,910 (−3.3%)
2019
$1,976 (+1.5%)
2018
$1,948 (+2.0%)
2017
$1,909 (+5.1%)
2016
$1,817
2015
$1,817 (+1.5%)
2014
$1,791 (+3.0%)
2013
$1,739
Tax history for 18783 Butwell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,254 (−51.6%)
2024
$2,589 (+11.1%)
2023
$2,331 (+6.5%)
2022
$2,189 (+4.2%)
2021
$2,101 (+10.0%)
2020
$1,910 (−3.3%)
2019
$1,976 (+1.5%)
2018
$1,948 (+2.0%)
2017
$1,909 (+5.1%)
2016
$1,817
2015
$1,817 (+1.5%)
2014
$1,791 (+3.0%)
2013
$1,739
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
2.48 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manistee County
APN
12-004-225-17
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 5
Accessibility Features: Covered Entrance
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Room Information
Basement: Full
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Recreation
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Den
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bathroom 2
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Chalet
Building Area Total: 1,322
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Other
Exterior Features
Year Built: 2000
Roof: Composition
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 2.48
Lot Size Area: 2.48
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Pole Barn
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 2114.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $2,572
Tax Assessed Value: $108,331
Location
School Information
High School District: Benzie
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Manistee County
APN: 12-004-225-17
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Homestead Hills Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.7mi
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Benzie Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.4mi
5/10
Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.4mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
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Estimated sale price
$413,000 – $500,000
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