One of the best views in all of Gaylord overlooking Michaywe Lake and the Lakes Golf course. Spectacular 5 bedroom/ 3.5 bath custom home with finished walk-out lower level. Open the door and you are greeted by soaring vaulted tongue & groove ceilings, beautiful hard wood floors, gas fireplace, an abundance of natural light and incredible views of Michaywe Lake from the spacious living room. Expansive kitchen features granite countertops, elegant tile floors, stainless steel appliances, large granite island, full pantry, and dining area that opens to a large deck giving an excellent vantage point to view golfers attempting to drive their ball over Michaywe Lake on hole #13. Beautiful primary en-suite with exceptional views, walk in closet, & large bathroom with soaking tub and water closet Two additional oversized bedrooms, a full bath, a half bath, and large main floor laundry room complete the main level. The lower-level walkout offers 2 large bedrooms, a full bathroom, second stone gas fireplace, bar area, large living area and ample storage space. From here walk out and enjoy the paved patio and beautifully landscaped grounds overlooking Lake Michaywe. Home features an attached 2-car garage and paved circular driveway. Michaywe property owners have exclusive use of the indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa and sauna located at the main clubhouse as well as the Opal Lake Beach House.
Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$130Price/Sq.Ft.
$40/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kurt Jacobs• Alpine Realty Group-Gaylord
Bought with Collette Hoeft• Alpine Realty Group-Gaylord
Est. $2,569 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1385 E Opal Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
WWMLS #201839205
Aug 10, 2026
Sold
$625,000
$130/sq ft
Jul 12, 2026
Contingent
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Jun 25, 2026
Price Changed
$650,000
$135/sq ft
Apr 1, 2026
Listed
$675,000
$141/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,875 (+0.6%)
2024
$3,853 (+9.9%)
2023
$3,504 (+4.5%)
2022
$3,353 (+81.8%)
2021
$1,845 (−50.9%)
2020
$3,761 (+0.3%)
2019
$3,748
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.61 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Otsego County
APN
011-505-000-001-00
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Central
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 4800.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,779
Property Features
On Waterfront
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential Lot
Lot Information
Frontage Type: Golf Course
Water Body Name: Other
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 28445.0
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.65 ac
Lot Size Area: 28,445
Lot Size Acres: 0.65
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $480
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $40
Schools Information
Elementary School: Gaylord
High School District: Gaylord
High School: Gaylord
Location Information
Directions: Old US Highway 27 S south from Gaylord to Charles Brink, then east on Charles Brink to E Opal Lake Rd, take a right on E Opal Lake Rd. Home on right side by Lake Michaywe before you get to the clubhouse.
Subdivision Name: T30N R3W
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Otsego County
APN: 011-505-000-001-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
South Maple Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
Gaylord Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
6/10
Gaylord High School/Voc. Bldg.
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.2mi
7/10
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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, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gaylord, MI • 49735
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$613,000 – $741,000
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