This cozy & efficient home is located on five gorgeous acres a few minutes from the wonderful beach town of Frankfort, MI. The custom design was inspired by the architecture of western Michigan's lighthouses & cherry farms in the surrounding neighborhood. The rear acreage is mostly wooded, and the owners have created walking trails which total almost 3/4 of a mile in length. This part of the property is especially peaceful & natural. Lake MI, Crystal Lake, Herring Lakes, the Betsie River & the outstanding Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy trails are nearby. For snow lovers, the Crystal Mtn. Ski Resort is 14 miles away. If you have been dreaming of living in an area with a variety of year-round outdoor adventures, this is the place to be! The all-electric compact home was built in 2010 & features radiant heating in both the lower & upper level. The 2nd floor is the primary living space & features a full kitchen, bathroom & laundry area. The "great-room" layout feels spacious with an illuminated, atrium-like ceiling. The total square footage of both floors (including the upper tower room) is 1252. The deck support structure was redesigned and rebuilt in 2022. The tower & its surrounding upper deck provide relaxing views of the back acreage and currently some seasonal views of Betsie Bay. This unique, comfortable home with acreage provides a rare combination of local convenience & privacy in a semi-rural setting and is just one mile from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. This special home will not be on the market for long!
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sharon McKinley• REO-TCBeulah-Frankfort-233027
•231-882-4449 (broker)
•lbradford@realestateone.com (broker)
Bought with Kari King• Century 21 Northland-Frankfort
This cozy & efficient home is located on five gorgeous acres a few minutes from the wonderful beach town of Frankfort, MI. The custom design was inspired by the architecture of western Michigan's lighthouses & cherry farms in the surrounding neighborhood. The rear acreage is mostly wooded, and the owners have created walking trails which total almost 3/4 of a mile in length. This part of the property is especially peaceful & natural. Lake MI, Crystal Lake, Herring Lakes, the Betsie River & the outstanding Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy trails are nearby. For snow lovers, the Crystal Mtn. Ski Resort is 14 miles away. If you have been dreaming of living in an area with a variety of year-round outdoor adventures, this is the place to be! The all-electric compact home was built in 2010 & features radiant heating in both the lower & upper level. The 2nd floor is the primary living space & features a full kitchen, bathroom & laundry area. The "great-room" layout feels spacious with an illuminated, atrium-like ceiling. The total square footage of both floors (including the upper tower room) is 1252. The deck support structure was redesigned and rebuilt in 2022. The tower & its surrounding upper deck provide relaxing views of the back acreage and currently some seasonal views of Betsie Bay. This unique, comfortable home with acreage provides a rare combination of local convenience & privacy in a semi-rural setting and is just one mile from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. This special home will not be on the market for long!
REALCOMP #78080008457
Aug 23, 2023
Sold
$355,850
$284/sq ft
Aug 8, 2023
Pending
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Jul 15, 2023
Contingent
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Jul 5, 2023
Listed
$364,900
$291/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,712 (−40.1%)
2024
$2,857 (+163.9%)
2023
$1,082
Tax history for 2345 Banktson
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,712 (−40.1%)
2024
$2,857 (+163.9%)
2023
$1,082
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,230
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
06-001-067-40
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Heated Garage
Parking: Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: Entry, Great Room
Interior Features: Window Treatment(S)
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bathroom Information
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Dimensions: 24 x 24
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement Type: Full, Poured
Laundry Room Level: Upper
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Foundation Type: Slab
Property Features
Water Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 2010
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
Lot Size: 330,660
Land Information
Acreage: 5
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Radiant
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1252
School Information
School District: Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools
School District: Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools
Elementary School: Frankfort Elementary School
Middle School: Frankfort High School
High School: Frankfort High School
Location Details
Municipality: Gilmore Twp
Mail City: Frankfort
Subdivision: Metes and Bounds
Municipality: Gilmore Twp
Area (Municipality): Gilmore Twp (10006)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,230
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: —
County: Benzie County
APN: 06-001-067-40
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Frankfort Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
Frankfort High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
7/10
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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 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
Frankfort, MI • 49635
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.