BETSIE RIVER, CRYSTAL MTN, STATE LAND - This adorable home is in the perfect location for up north fun! Enjoy as a year-round home or as a summer & winter cottage. Possible AirBnB? Walking distance to the pristine Betsie River as well as hundreds of acres of state land. Betsie River is home to native trout & the annual salmon & steelhead run. Crystal Mountain Ski & Golf Resort is just 5 mins away. They will soon have an alpine slide. Crystal Lk & the quaint town of Beulah is 10 mins away. Lake Michigan & the adorable town of Frankfort is 15 mins away. The home has so much new & is move-in ready to enjoy! NEW: Kitchen, stainless kitchen appliances, main floor laundry, pantry, windows, light fixtures, vinyl siding, porches, furnace, water heater, flooring & paint throughout as well as well as a fully updated bath. Wowzers! The home also has a full basement that is just full of potential! Make it a rec area or add more living space. Plenty of storage. Don't miss out. Seller is a licensed Realtor in the State of Michigan.
BETSIE RIVER, CRYSTAL MTN, STATE LAND - This adorable home is in the perfect location for up north fun! Enjoy as a year-round home or as a summer & winter cottage. Possible AirBnB? Walking distance to the pristine Betsie River as well as hundreds of acres of state land. Betsie River is home to native trout & the annual salmon & steelhead run. Crystal Mountain Ski & Golf Resort is just 5 mins away. They will soon have an alpine slide. Crystal Lk & the quaint town of Beulah is 10 mins away. Lake Michigan & the adorable town of Frankfort is 15 mins away. The home has so much new & is move-in ready to enjoy! NEW: Kitchen, stainless kitchen appliances, main floor laundry, pantry, windows, light fixtures, vinyl siding, porches, furnace, water heater, flooring & paint throughout as well
REALCOMP #65024025917
Jun 27, 2024
Sold
$280,000
$175/sq ft
Jun 6, 2024
Pending
—
May 29, 2024
Price Changed
$289,900
$181/sq ft
May 23, 2024
Listed
$299,900
$187/sq ft
BETSIE RIVER, CRYSTAL MTN, STATE LAND - This adorable home is in the perfect location for up north fun! Enjoy as a year-round home or as a summer & winter cottage. Possible AirBnB? Walking distance to the pristine Betsie River as well as hundreds of acres of state land. Betsie River is home to native trout & the annual salmon & steelhead run. Crystal Mountain Ski & Golf Resort is just 5 mins away. They will soon have an alpine slide. Crystal Lk & the quaint town of Beulah is 10 mins away. Lake Michigan & the adorable town of Frankfort is 15 mins away. The home has so much new & is move-in ready to enjoy! NEW: Kitchen, stainless kitchen appliances, main floor laundry, pantry, windows, light fixtures, vinyl siding, porches, furnace, water heater, flooring & paint throughout as wellas well as a fully updated bath. Wowzers! The home also has a full basement that is just full of potential! Make it a rec area or add more living space. Plenty of storage. Don't miss out. Seller is a licensed Realtor in the State of Michigan.
SW Michigan MLS #24002711
Jan 25, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 17, 2024
Pending
—
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70385175
Jan 25, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 25, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 17, 2024
Pending
—
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #80013969
Jan 24, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 24, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 17, 2024
Pending
—
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
REALCOMP #67024002711
Jan 25, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
REALCOMP #78080013969
Jan 24, 2024
Sold
$72,500
$45/sq ft
Jan 17, 2024
Pending
—
Jan 10, 2024
Listed
$55,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$769 (−20.4%)
2024
$966 (+4.5%)
2023
$924
Tax history for 5498 Kast Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$769 (−20.4%)
2024
$966 (+4.5%)
2023
$924
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,656
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
09-024-008-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
# of Rooms Total: 8
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Window Features: Replacement
Room Information
Basement: Full
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Area Total: 1,600
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1975
Roof: Shingle
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres: 4.0
Lot Size Area: 4.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1600.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $932.75
Tax Assessed Value: $22,459
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Propane Water Heater
Location
School Information
High School District: Benzie
Location Information
Directions: Heading south from Benzonia turn right onto Arner Rd. Turn left onto Kast Road. The home is on the corner in one mile.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,656
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Benzie County
APN: 09-024-008-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Homestead Hills Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.0mi
3/10
Benzie Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
5/10
Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$341,000 – $412,000
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