Take a peaceful serene drive down the country road to your cabin in the woods on the N. Branch of the Boardman River, a Blue Ribbon Trout Stream. The cabin is newer and well-maintained and features tongue and groove pine ceilings, covered front porch and a wood burning stove for the perfect NOMI experience. 356 feet of private frontage on the N. Branch of the Boardman River is accessed by a trail down from the cabin where you can experience the sounds of the river as it goes by or spend some quiet time fishing. There are hundreds of acres of state land across the road. You will not run out of storage with a 24x30 garage and newly constructed 34x64 pole barn partially finished with heat providing additional sleeping space, entertaining, home office, endless uses! This is a unique and wonderful property which only comes along Once in a Blue Moon!
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
10 acresLot Size
$407Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mary Janik• Homewaters, LLC
•877-820-1194 (broker)
•chad@homewaters.net (broker)
Bought with John Rice• Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC
Est. $2,059 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5174 N Crofton Road, SW
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80070471
Aug 3, 2026
Sold
$440,000
$407/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 1, 2026
Listed
$440,000
$407/sq ft
REALCOMP #78080070471
Aug 3, 2026
Sold
$440,000
$407/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 1, 2026
Listed
$440,000
$407/sq ft
Take a peaceful serene drive down the country road to your cabin in the woods on the N. Branch of the Boardman River, a Blue Ribbon Trout Stream. The cabin is newer and well-maintained and features tongue and groove pine ceilings, covered front porch and a wood burning stove for the perfect NOMI experience. 356 feet of private frontage on the N. Branch of the Boardman River is accessed by a trail down from the cabin where you can experience the sounds of the river as it goes by or spend some quiet time fishing. There are hundreds of acres of state land across the road. You will not run out of storage with a 24x30 garage and newly constructed 34x64 pole barn partially finished with heat providing additional sleeping space, entertaining, home office, endless uses! This is a unique and wonderful property which only comes along Once in a Blue Moon!
Greater Lansing AoR #80008864
Dec 14, 2023
Sold
$265,000
$245/sq ft
Dec 14, 2023
Sold
$265,000
$245/sq ft
Nov 17, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2023
Price Changed
$299,000
$277/sq ft
Jul 14, 2023
Listed
$299,000
$277/sq ft
Jul 14, 2023
Listed
$325,000
$301/sq ft
REALCOMP #78080008864
Dec 14, 2023
Sold
$265,000
$245/sq ft
Nov 17, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2023
Price Changed
$299,000
$277/sq ft
Jul 14, 2023
Listed
$325,000
$301/sq ft
Beautiful, Kalkaska Chalet on the Boardman River. Northern Michigan seclusion at its finest! This newer, well maintained turn-key cabin, is tucked back in the woods on 10 acres of land with hundreds of acres of state land across the road. Bring the ATVs and snowmobiles for this property, as the trails are out your front door! Plenty of storage in the large pole building. The home features 2 beds and 1.5 baths. The 2nd bed is a cozy loft space with its own half bath. Tongue and groove pine ceiling provide that up north feel. Paired with the wood fireplace, you will enjoy the ambiance of that coveted "up-north" experience. Did I mention the over 350 feet of Boardman River frontage?! Walk down to the river frontage and listen to the water as it flows-by. What a great area for a bonfire pit, hammock & gazebo! Don't miss your chance to get away from it all, right here! And the detached garage at 720 square feet, is perfect for your car and all your toys!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,265 (+1.0%)
2024
$3,234 (+31.8%)
2023
$2,453 (+5.0%)
2022
$2,336 (+2.8%)
2021
$2,274 (+77.5%)
2020
$1,281 (+1.9%)
2019
$1,257 (+2.9%)
2018
$1,222 (+9.5%)
2017
$1,116 (−40.5%)
2016
$1,874 (+2.5%)
2015
$1,829 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,800 (−3.8%)
2013
$1,871
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kalkaska County
APN
008-128-003-40
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Dimensions: 24x30
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage, Gar Door Opener
Parking: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Security System
Water Features: River Frontage, Waterfront, Sandy Bottom
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: North Branch Boardman Riv
Property Information
Out Buildings: Pole Barn, Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 2012
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
SHORELINE: Bluff, Vegetation
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Sloping, Wooded
Lot Size: 27,516,283,561,583
Zoning: Agricultural, Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 10
Frontage: 356
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $184,001
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric, Wood
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan(S)
Heating System: Baseboard
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1080
School Information
School District: Kalkaska Public Schools
School District: Kalkaska Public Schools
Location Details
Directions: US-131 to Vroom Rd. to R on Crofton, 3 miles to property on your right. Look for green house numbers (5174) at the road.
Municipality: Kalkaska Twp
Mail City: South Boardman
Subdivision: None
Municipality: Kalkaska Twp
Area (Municipality): Kalkaska Twp (40008)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalkaska County
APN: 008-128-003-40
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Birch Street Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.1mi
4/10
Kalkaska Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
5/10
Kalkaska High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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
South Boardman, MI • 49680
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
6.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$410,000 – $496,000
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