This home's estimate is 39.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.49M) of 6 comparable homes.
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5117 Spencer Rd, Honor, MI 49640
About this home
Often sought, rarely found on the Big Platte Lake near the Platte River Gateway to Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Full log home with panoramic views. Large rooms offer a lodge experience yet privacy and features bring this into a relm few enjoy. 2 Main floor master suites. Unique seam/sauna/whirlpool/shower that is even directly connected to home telephone for blue tooth operation! Propane (Tri-Gas) - average cost per refill is around $500. 2 hot water heaters (gas & electric). Natural gas available - the cost quoted to switch the house over is about $1400. House very well insulated, no water bill - good well water. Dish at $70 per month, Charter available on property as well.

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Sale history for 5117 Spencer Rd
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Tax history for 5117 Spencer Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Parking
- Parking/Garage Information
- Has Garage
- # of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
- Garage Type: Attached Garage, Gar Door Opener
- Parking: Garage
Interior
- Interior Features
- Rooms: Loft
- Interior Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Spa/Jetted Tub, Walk-In Closet
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Has Fireplace
- Bedroom Information
- Bedroom 1 Level: Main
- Bedroom 1 Dimensions: L=16
- Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
- Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
- Bedroom 2 Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: L=17
- Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
- Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Carpet
- Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 4 Floor Covering: Carpet
- Bathroom Information
- # of Lavatories: 1
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 4
- # of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 5
- Dining/Kitchen Information
- Dining Room Floor Covering: Carpet
- Kitchen Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimension: 17 x 16
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Family/Great Room Information
- Family Room Floor Covering: Carpet
- Family Room Level: Upper
- Library/Den/Living Room Information
- Living Room Level: Main
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Construction: Log
- Exterior Features: Deck, Lawn Sprinkler, Porch
- Foundation Type: Crawl
- Property Features
- On Waterfront
- Water Features: All Sports Lake, Dock/Pier Facility, Water View
- Frontage Type: Water
- Lake Name: Big Platte Lake
- Green Features: Thermostat, Windows
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Structure Style: 2 Story
- Year Built: 2007
- Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
- Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
- Lot Information
- Lot Size: 440,100
- Zoning: Residential
- Land Information
- Acreage: 1.1
- Frontage: 100
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
- Water: Private Well
- Cooling System: Central A/C
- Heating System: Forced Air
- Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
- Unit 5 Information
- Living Room Dimensions: L=4200
- School Information
- School District: Benzie County Central School
- School District: Benzie County Central School
- Location Details
- Municipality: Lake Twp
- Mail City: Honor
- Subdivision: M & B
- Municipality: Lake Twp
- Area (Municipality): Lake Twp (10010)
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 3.0
- Sq. Ft.: 2,882
- Stories: —
- Lot Size: 1 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 2007
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Benzie County
- APN: 10-018-008-70
Around this home
Schools
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 94° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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