Expansive 4-bedroom, 3-bath family home on 2.5 acres with an attached two-car garage and additional garage/workshop is located just outside of the City of Frankfort and steps off the Betsie River bike path. At 4,300 square feet this home offers plenty of space for a large family or group to spread out with family rooms on three different levels. This beautiful property is a rare find this close to Frankfort with plenty of space to roam and explore mature hardwoods in this countryside setting. Entering into the home you are welcomed with a large foyer space opening up to your main floor living room, formal dining room and eat-in kitchen with access to the back deck. On the lower level you will find a bonus family room with a gas fireplace, 1/2 guest bathroom and laundry. This space flows out to your outdoor entertaining space complete with an in-ground pool, patio and deck overlooking the peaceful backyard setting. On the upper level of the home you will conveniently find three guest bedrooms together that share a remodeled full bathroom and large master bedroom complete with a walk-in closet and private bathroom. The basement has been finished and features yet another family room, bar area and a non-conforming fifth bedroom. Brand new roof on home and garage were added in 2020 along with a new refrigerator. Home has so much to offer and best of all the location puts you within a very short distance to the City of Frankfort, Village of Elberta for restaurants, shops, Lake Michigan, Betsie River, Crystal Lake and everything that makes northern Michigan such a special place to call home. This home is also available on 10 acres for $455,000 MLS #1887922.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$176Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kari King• Century 21 Northland-Frankfort
Bought with Kari King• Century 21 Northland-Frankfort
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Market trends in 49635, MI
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
+0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$433K
$176K MoM
Avg. days on market
41d
8 days MoM
Recently sold homes
19
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Sale history for 1608 River Road Rd
Date
Event
Price
Greater Lansing AoR #1206998
Aug 12, 2021
Sold
$455,000
$106/sq ft
Aug 12, 2021
Sold
$455,000
$106/sq ft
May 27, 2021
Listed
$409,900
$95/sq ft
May 27, 2021
Listed
$409,900
$95/sq ft
Expansive 4-bedroom, 3-bath family home on 2.5 acres with an attached two-car garage and additional garage/workshop is located just outside of the City of Frankfort and steps off the Betsie River bike path. At 4,300 square feet this home offers plenty of space for a large family or group to spread out with family rooms on three different levels. This beautiful property is a rare find this close to Frankfort with plenty of space to roam and explore mature hardwoods in this countryside setting. Entering into the home you are welcomed with a large foyer space opening up to your main floor living room, formal dining room and eat-in kitchen with access to the back deck. On the lower level you will find a bonus family room with a gas fireplace, 1/2 guest bathroom and laundry. This space flows out to your outdoor entertaining space complete with an in-ground pool, patio and deck overlooking the peaceful backyard setting. On the upper level of the home you will conveniently find three guest bedrooms together that share a remodeled full bathroom and large master bedroom complete with a walk-in closet and private bathroom. The basement has been finished and features yet another family room, bar area and a non-conforming fifth bedroom. Brand new roof on home and garage were added in 2020 along with a new refrigerator. Home has so much to offer and best of all the location puts you within a very short distance to the City of Frankfort, Village of Elberta for restaurants, shops, Lake Michigan, Betsie River, Crystal Lake and everything that makes northern Michigan such a special place to call home. This home is also available on 10 acres for $455,000 MLS #1887922.
REALCOMP #78001206998
Aug 12, 2021
Sold
$455,000
$106/sq ft
May 27, 2021
Listed
$409,900
$95/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1206988
Jun 9, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jun 9, 2021
Listing Removed
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May 27, 2021
Listed
$455,000
$106/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001206988
Jun 9, 2021
Listing Removed
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May 27, 2021
Listed
$455,000
$106/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1181438
Oct 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 6, 2018
Listed
$385,000
$90/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001181438
Oct 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 6, 2018
Listed
$385,000
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,182 (−36.8%)
2024
$5,035 (+4.3%)
2023
$4,829
Tax history for 1608 River Road Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,182 (−36.8%)
2024
$5,035 (+4.3%)
2023
$4,829
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
10 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
05-001-492-00
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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Exhaust Fan
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Pantry
Window Features: Bay Window(s), Window Treatments
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Trash Compactor