Custom Equestrian Estate on Nearly 10 Acres! Built in 2006 with quality craftsmanship throughout, the home features hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a gas cooktop centered on a handcrafted island. The adjoining dining and living room share a beautiful two-sided wood-burning fireplace, while large windows frame the stunning natural surroundings. The family room on the main level provides flexibility as an additional living area, home office, or potential fourth bedroom. The primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet and a luxurious private bath featuring a custom vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. Outside the property includes hardwood trees, established pear and apple trees, and newer 40x40 Polebarn/Stable.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
9.88 acresLot Size
$250Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Your Up North Realtor Perry• NextHome Up North
Custom hand-crafted farmhouse - a must see. Picture yourself here enjoying the views of Pure Michigan from every room of this private 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath newer farmhouse retreat nestled on just under 10 acres, overlooking Benzie's beautiful countryside. Spend evenings relaxing on your covered wrap-around porch watching the sun set over the valley. This custom hand-crafted home built in 2006 features wide plank wood flooring throughout. As you enter the home and walk through the main floor mud/laundry room, the chef-inspired kitchen welcomes you with stainless appliances, granite counters, custom cabinetry, and a Wolf gas cook-top on a custom-built island. The dining room adjoins the kitchen and features a two-way wood burning fireplace. The comfortable living room is on the other side of the fireplace and has windows showcasing the stunning surroundings. Just off the living room is the family room which could be a fourth bedroom. The master bedroom with an extra-large walk-in closet features an on-suite bathroom with a custom vanity, a soaking tub and a separate shower. Upstairs you will find 2 more spacious bedrooms and another full bathroom. The finished lower level has a family recreation area/work out room and a second family TV/game room. The acreage consists of rolling countryside, a fenced garden area, hardwoods, pear and apple trees. The two car detached garage has a rough finished loft that could be an office, storage area, or additional sleeping area. This property is located close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course, Lake Michigan beaches, Crystal Mountain, Interlochen Center for the Arts, shopping and dining in downtown Beulah and Frankfort as well as a short drive to Traverse City. Enjoy a plethora of outdoor activities in the area from hiking, golfing, skiing, fishing, kayaking and swimming just to name a few.
REALCOMP #78001180284
Jun 5, 2018
Sold
$355,500
$120/sq ft
May 4, 2018
Listed
$367,000
$124/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1174182
Sep 8, 2017
Sold
$330,000
$111/sq ft
Sep 8, 2017
Sold
$330,000
$111/sq ft
Jul 27, 2017
Listed
$344,000
$116/sq ft
Jul 27, 2017
Listed
$344,000
$116/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001174182
Sep 8, 2017
Sold
$330,000
$111/sq ft
Jul 27, 2017
Listed
$344,000
$116/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1168863
Jul 25, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jul 25, 2017
Listing Removed
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Feb 17, 2017
Listed
$344,000
$116/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001168863
Jul 25, 2017
Listing Removed
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Feb 17, 2017
Listed
$344,000
$116/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1100753
Apr 16, 2012
Sold
$304,500
$103/sq ft
Apr 12, 2011
Listed
$339,000
$115/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1094590
Sep 30, 2010
Listing Removed
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Apr 25, 2010
Listed
$400,000
$135/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1252275
Jul 30, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jul 30, 2008
Listed
$41,900
$14/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 2003
Sold
$37,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,161 (−62.3%)
2024
$5,728 (+21.9%)
2023
$4,699
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Benzie County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
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
Benzonia, MI • 49616
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99/ 100
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 6232 River Rd
$739,819
$81 under list price of $740K
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