Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, completely remodeled in 2021 and ready for its next chapter. At 728 square feet, this cozy gem proves that good things really do come in small packages — the ideal starter home or the ultimate up-north getaway cottage. Step outside and adventure is at your doorstep. You're just 10 minutes from the crystal-clear waters of Torch Lake and 20 minutes from the stunning Chain of Lakes. Golfers and skiers will love being only 30 minutes from championship courses and the slopes at Schuss Mountain, while Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Bellaire, and Kalkaska are all within easy reach for shopping, dining, and small-town charm. Back at home, unwind in the large, fenced-in backyard with a private fence — perfect for pets, gatherings, or simply relaxing after a day on the water or trail. The detached one-car garage offers plenty of room to store all your toys, from bikes to your off-road rig. Whether you're chasing sunsets on the lake, carving down the mountain, or exploring backroads on your next off-road adventure, this cozy cottage is the perfect basecamp for the northern Michigan lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$275Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Cherese Villareal• Century 21 Northland-Elk Rapids
Newly remodeled 2 bedroom 1 bath home that is move in ready. Close to Torch Lake, this would make an affordable "Up North" cottage or home with a short commute to Traverse City, Elk Rapids or Kalkaska. New windows, siding, doors, flooring, drywall, furnace, appliances , countertops and hand crafted wooden tops, new bathroom tile and upgrades and landscaping.
REALCOMP #78001209105
Oct 5, 2021
Sold
$143,000
$196/sq ft
Aug 13, 2021
Listed
$139,900
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 7, 2020
Sold
$52,000
$71/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1090146
Nov 30, 2009
Sold
$39,900
$55/sq ft
Aug 8, 2009
Listed
$39,900
$55/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1080116
Nov 26, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 4, 2008
Listed
$69,900
$96/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1077876
Apr 4, 2008
Listing Removed
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Nov 16, 2007
Listed
$69,900
$96/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1069130
Nov 16, 2007
Listing Removed
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Nov 7, 2006
Listed
$74,900
$103/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1064963
Nov 7, 2006
Listing Removed
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May 18, 2006
Listed
$79,900
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$905 (+1.0%)
2024
$896 (+8.1%)
2023
$829 (+10.1%)
2022
$753 (−40.1%)
2021
$1,258 (+141.2%)
2020
$522 (+1.9%)
2019
$512 (−0.4%)
2018
$514 (−0.2%)
2017
$515 (+2.8%)
2016
$501 (−8.9%)
2015
$550 (−38.9%)
2014
$900 (+79.2%)
2013
$502
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
728
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
728
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kalkaska County
APN
004-375-004-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
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 94° 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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rapid City, MI • 49646
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Rapid City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 8937 Valley Road, NW
$198,208
$1,692 under list price of $200K
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