Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled in the heart of Northern Michigan. Surrounded by towering trees and peaceful natural beauty, this cozy property offers the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor living. Inside, you'll find a bright living room, an efficient kitchen, and two comfortable bedrooms, making it ideal as a year round residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. large slider provide plenty of natural light and scenic woodland views. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard with room for gatherings, gardening, or relaxing by a fire it. this home has been completely remodeled and has some finishing touches left for the new owner. Home also features a 30x45 pole barn that can fit a large boat in it.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
2.97 acresLot Size
$274Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rob Gray• Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Benzie
Est. $2,019 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3037 Ballard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #78080069020
Jul 13, 2026
Sold
$253,000
$274/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Contingent
—
May 31, 2026
Listed
$250,000
$271/sq ft
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled in the heart of Northern Michigan. Surrounded by towering trees and peaceful natural beauty, this cozy property offers the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor living. Inside, you'll find a bright living room, an efficient kitchen, and two comfortable bedrooms, making it ideal as a year round residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. large slider provide plenty of natural light and scenic woodland views. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard with room for gatherings, gardening, or relaxing by a fire it. this home has been completely remodeled and has some finishing touches left for the new owner. Home also features a 30x45 pole barn that can fit a large boat in it.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80069020
Jul 13, 2026
Sold
$253,000
$274/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Contingent
—
May 31, 2026
Listed
$250,000
$271/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$277 (−76.4%)
2024
$1,173 (+4.5%)
2023
$1,123
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.94 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,168
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
09-009-006-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: Entry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Bedroom Information
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Main): 1
Has Primary Bath
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Dimension: 13 x 7
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Dimensions: 20 x 15
Laundry/Basement Information
Laundry Room Floor Covering: Concrete
Basement Type: Block
Laundry Room Level: Lower
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Water Features: None
Property Information
Out Buildings: Pole Barn
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1930
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1400
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 700
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Wooded
Lot Size: 280.5462
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 2.97
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $28,784
Utilities
Utility Information
UTILITIES: Cable Available
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric, LP/Propane Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Wall Heat, Baseboard
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=923
School Information
School District: Benzie County Central School
School District: Benzie County Central School
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: From US 31 turn west on Demerly rd follow to Ballard rd and take a right. Follow Ballard Property will be on the right
Municipality: Joyfield Twp
Mail City: Benzonia
Subdivision: meets and bounds
Municipality: Joyfield Twp
Area (Municipality): Joyfield Twp (10009)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,168
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.94 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Benzie County
APN: 09-009-006-00
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Homestead Hills Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
3/10
Benzie Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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 93° 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
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Benzonia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.