Check out this beautiful property in the heart of Northern Michigan. Close to hiking, snowmobile and ORV trails and the beautiful Manistee River and Rainbow Jims! An abundance of wildlife, with numerous bucks that have been seen on the property. Close to Fife Lake, Cadillac and 30 minutes from Traverse City. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is perfectly situated on almost 15 acres with a county maintained road. This home is spacious, with tall ceilings and nicely sized rooms. This property has so much potential. Come take a look and make it yours! Seller is motivated and ready to review reasonable offers!
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
14.94 acresLot Size
$216Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by John Rice• Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC
Bought with John Rice• Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC
Check out this beautiful property in the heart of Northern Michigan. Close to hiking, snowmobile and ORV trails and the beautiful Manistee River and Rainbow Jims! An abundance of wildlife, with numerous bucks that have been seen on the property. Close to Fife Lake, Cadillac and 30 minutes from Traverse City. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is perfectly situated on almost 15 acres with a county maintained road. This home is spacious, with tall ceilings and nicely sized rooms. This property has so much potential. Come take a look and make it yours! Seller is motivated and ready to review reasonable offers!
REALCOMP #78080010848
Nov 16, 2023
Sold
$200,000
$177/sq ft
Oct 12, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 17, 2023
Price Changed
$230,000
$204/sq ft
Sep 6, 2023
Listed
$249,000
$221/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1225807
Jul 22, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jan 22, 2003
Listed
$30,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,955 (+2.4%)
2024
$1,909 (+17.6%)
2023
$1,624 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,546 (+5.0%)
2021
$1,472 (+3.1%)
2020
$1,429 (+4.8%)
2018
$1,363 (−0.2%)
2017
$1,365 (+70.9%)
2016
$799 (+2.4%)
2015
$780 (+1.7%)
2014
$767 (+7.9%)
2013
$711
Tax history for 12538 SW Shippy
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,955 (+2.4%)
2024
$1,909 (+17.6%)
2023
$1,624 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,546 (+5.0%)
2021
$1,472 (+3.1%)
2020
$1,429 (+4.8%)
2018
$1,363 (−0.2%)
2017
$1,365 (+70.9%)
2016
$799 (+2.4%)
2015
$780 (+1.7%)
2014
$767 (+7.9%)
2013
$711
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14.38 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,092
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kalkaska County
APN
012-030-014-10
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Exhaust Fan
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Wall Furnace, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,129
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 558.3 x 1315 x 435 x 805.23 x 1
Lot Size Acres: 14.94
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: ForestArea
Location Information
Subdivision Name: NONE
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,092
Stories: —
Lot Size: 14.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalkaska County
APN: 012-030-014-10
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fife Lake Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 3.6mi
3/10
Forest Area Middle School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
3/10
Forest Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
4/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being 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
Fife Lake, MI • 49633
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$233,000 – $282,000
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