Lake Michigan and beaches are less than 3 miles away, in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Absolutely one of the most private and peaceful 30-plus acre settings you will tour. Located in northern Benzie County, Platte Twp. Long private drive takes you through hardwoods. The 3 BR log-sided home sits in a delightful open area with occasional trees, including apple trees. Watch wildlife or star gaze from the front deck. Raise livestock, plant crops or establish a garden and still have room for outbuildings. Home appears to have “good bones†and includes wood floors and walls and an updated roof and furnace. Main level features a great room with log-beamed ceiling, brick chimney and tiled hearth for woodstove, kitchen with beamed ceiling, two bedrooms, full bath and laundry. Upstairs open loft could be used for additional sleeping or a den. A room for your canning or wine cellar awaits in the full basement with indoor and outdoor access. A breezeway conveniently connects the home to the 2-car garage, plus there’s a detached garage/workshop building. West side of property is hardwoods then planted pines. Some potential future timber value. Across the road to the East is state land. Down the road is the North Branch of the Platte River. Lots of potential here, with some elbow grease and appliance upgrades, to turn this rustic dwelling into a modern-day Up North retreat or year-round home. Being sold as-is.
Lake Michigan and beaches are less than 3 miles away, in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Absolutely one of the most private and peaceful 30-plus acre settings you will tour. Located in northern Benzie County, Platte Twp. Long private drive takes you through hardwoods. The 3 BR log-sided home sits in a delightful open area with occasional trees, including apple trees. Watch wildlife or star gaze from the front deck. Raise livestock, plant crops or establish a garden and still have room for outbuildings. Home appears to have “good bones†and includes wood floors and walls and an updated roof and furnace. Main level features a great room with log-beamed ceiling, brick chimney and tiled hearth for woodstove, kitchen with beamed ceiling, two bedrooms, full bath and laundry. Upstairs open loft could be used for additional sleeping or a den. A room for your canning or wine cellar awaits in the full basement with indoor and outdoor access. A breezeway conveniently connects the home to the 2-car garage, plus there’s a detached garage/workshop building. West side of property is hardwoods then planted pines. Some potential future timber value. Across the road to the East is state land. Down the road is the North Branch of the Platte River. Lots of potential here, with some elbow grease and appliance upgrades, to turn this rustic dwelling into a modern-day Up North retreat or year-round home. Being sold as-is.
REALCOMP #78080001169
Nov 30, 2022
Sold
$350,000
$227/sq ft
Oct 6, 2022
Listed
$399,900
$259/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,296 (−58.6%)
2024
$3,132 (+4.6%)
2023
$2,995
Tax history for 7478 Way Road Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,296 (−58.6%)
2024
$3,132 (+4.6%)
2023
$2,995
*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
32 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
11-017-011-00
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 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
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator, Range
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,544
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Log
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size Dimensions: 2640 x 528
Lot Size Acres: 32
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Subdivision Name: NA
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Benzie County
APN: 11-017-011-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Benzie Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.5mi
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Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$437,000 – $529,000
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