This beautiful 6.55 acre farm and residence is truly a "hobby farmer's" dream or perfect vacation rental property. Located in the heart of Leelanau, minutes to the small town of Cedar, this contemporary and energy efficient home is nestled between clearing and forest, farmland and hillside. The house is less than 6 mi from Lake Michigan at Good Harbor Beach in the Sleeping Bear National Lake Shore and 15 mi from Traverse City. A woodland trail between the house and barn leads to views of the Cedar Valley and Sugarloaf Mountain. Built in 2009, this post+beam home showcases an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, modern finishes, and a spacious loft with farmland view. Exterior finishes include cement board siding and a standing seam metal roof. There are 2 bedrooms, including loft, and 1 bathroom. In the kitchen, a professional range, large island, and resilient quartz counter-tops make this the ideal center for entertaining or family gatherings. Large south-facing windows visible from nearly every room in the house contribute to this home's energy efficient, passive solar design; beautiful & functional. Radiant floor heating powered by wood OR propane, gives the homeowner two cost-effective options for heating. The home also has a heat recovery ventilation system to ensure indoor air quality. Previously a Certified Organic farm ('09-13), this south-facing property features 3 large planting sites with a 5†agricultural well and 2†drip irrigation headers. The property includes a 1,300 sf stick built barn with large overhead door and cold storage room. A root cellar has been built into the adjacent grade and is excellent for winter food storage. There is a 600 sf greenhouse with propane heat, perfect for flower or vegetable starts. This versatile property is an excellent option for a small farm, vacation rental property (27K income, 2017), or personal residence. It is truly a hidden country oasis and will not disappoint! Also offered with adj. 15.83 acres,
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
6.55 acresLot Size
$465Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Carolyn Telgard• Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Leland
Bought with Carolyn Telgard• Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Leland
Source:REALCOMP #78001181720
Redfin Estimate
$698,011
$243K since sold in April 2021$17K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 71% higher than the average sale price ($408K) of 6 comparable homes.
This beautiful 6.55 acre farm and residence is truly a "hobby farmer's" dream or perfect vacation rental property. Located in the heart of Leelanau, minutes to the small town of Cedar, this contemporary and energy efficient home is nestled between clearing and forest, farmland and hillside. The house is less than 6 mi from Lake Michigan at Good Harbor Beach in the Sleeping Bear National Lake Shore and 15 mi from Traverse City. A woodland trail between the house and barn leads to views of the Cedar Valley and Sugarloaf Mountain. Built in 2009, this post+beam home showcases an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, modern finishes, and a spacious loft with farmland view. Exterior finishes include cement board siding and a standing seam metal roof. There are 2 bedrooms, including loft, and 1 bathroom. In the kitchen, a professional range, large island, and resilient quartz counter-tops make this the ideal center for entertaining or family gatherings. Large south-facing windows visible from nearly every room in the house contribute to this home's energy efficient, passive solar design; beautiful & functional. Radiant floor heating powered by wood OR propane, gives the homeowner two cost-effective options for heating. The home also has a heat recovery ventilation system to ensure indoor air quality. Previously a Certified Organic farm ('09-13), this south-facing property features 3 large planting sites with a 5†agricultural well and 2†drip irrigation headers. The property includes a 1,300 sf stick built barn with large overhead door and cold storage room. A root cellar has been built into the adjacent grade and is excellent for winter food storage. There is a 600 sf greenhouse with propane heat, perfect for flower or vegetable starts. This versatile property is an excellent option for a small farm, vacation rental property (27K income, 2017), or personal residence. It is truly a hidden country oasis and will not disappoint! Also offered with adj. 15.83 acres, MLS1853
REALCOMP #78001181720
Nov 27, 2018
Sold
$358,000
$238/sq ft
Jun 11, 2018
Listed
$369,900
$246/sq ft
This beautiful 6.55 acre farm and residence is truly a "hobby farmer's" dream or perfect vacation rental property. Located in the heart of Leelanau, minutes to the small town of Cedar, this contemporary and energy efficient home is nestled between clearing and forest, farmland and hillside. The house is less than 6 mi from Lake Michigan at Good Harbor Beach in the Sleeping Bear National Lake Shore and 15 mi from Traverse City. A woodland trail between the house and barn leads to views of the Cedar Valley and Sugarloaf Mountain. Built in 2009, this post+beam home showcases an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, modern finishes, and a spacious loft with farmland view. Exterior finishes include cement board siding and a standing seam metal roof. There are 2 bedrooms, including loft, and 1 bathroom. In the kitchen, a professional range, large island, and resilient quartz counter-tops make this the ideal center for entertaining or family gatherings. Large south-facing windows visible from nearly every room in the house contribute to this home's energy efficient, passive solar design; beautiful & functional. Radiant floor heating powered by wood OR propane, gives the homeowner two cost-effective options for heating. The home also has a heat recovery ventilation system to ensure indoor air quality. Previously a Certified Organic farm ('09-13), this south-facing property features 3 large planting sites with a 5†agricultural well and 2†drip irrigation headers. The property includes a 1,300 sf stick built barn with large overhead door and cold storage room. A root cellar has been built into the adjacent grade and is excellent for winter food storage. There is a 600 sf greenhouse with propane heat, perfect for flower or vegetable starts. This versatile property is an excellent option for a small farm, vacation rental property (27K income, 2017), or personal residence. It is truly a hidden country oasis and will not disappoint! Also offered with adj. 15.83 acres,
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1185392
Oct 11, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 11, 2018
Listing Removed
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Sep 28, 2018
Listed
$489,900
$326/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001185392
Oct 11, 2018
Listing Removed
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Sep 28, 2018
Listed
$489,900
$326/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 12, 2014
Sold
$280,000
$186/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1142903
Sep 15, 2014
Sold
$350,000
$233/sq ft
Jul 17, 2014
Listed
$399,000
$266/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1254663
Aug 21, 2008
Sold
$110,000
$73/sq ft
May 25, 2007
Listed
$117,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,328 (−19.7%)
2024
$1,654 (−41.4%)
2023
$2,825 (+2.8%)
2022
$2,748 (+13.8%)
2021
$2,415 (−2.3%)
2020
$2,471 (−44.7%)
2019
$4,468
Tax history for 3505 E Gatzke Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,328 (−19.7%)
2024
$1,654 (−41.4%)
2023
$2,825 (+2.8%)
2022
$2,748 (+13.8%)
2021
$2,415 (−2.3%)
2020
$2,471 (−44.7%)
2019
$4,468
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Exterior
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,502
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,001
Building Sq. Ft: 1,502
Legal Description: PT S 1/2 SEC 29 COM S 1/4 COR SD SEC & C/L GATZKE RD TH ALG SD C/L N 89 DEG 24'14" W 182.27 FT TH N 00 DEG 02'49" W 770.64 FT TH S 65 DEG 45'35" E 462.47 FT TH S 00 DEG 04'12" E 582.73 FT TO SD C/L TH ALG SD C/L N 89 DEG 59'03" W 239.52 FT TO POB (A/ K/A PARCEL 1) SUBJ TO & TOG WITH EASE SEC 29 T29N R12W 6.55 A M/L 2019 LLADJ WITH 002-029-008-11 WHILE RETAINING PARCEL NUMBER 002-029-008-21 ON ALTERED LEGAL
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 1,260
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 285,318
Legal Lot Number: 251
Municipality Name: CENTERVILLE TWP
Acres: 6.55
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL IMPROVED
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,502
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: —
County: Leelanau County
APN: 002-029-008-21
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glen Lake Community School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
8/10
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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, 2 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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