Tucked away on 25 private acres with 500 feet of frontage on Butler Lake, this beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath log home offers the perfect blend of Up North charm, modern updates, and peaceful seclusion. The spacious main level welcomes you with an updated kitchen featuring hickory cabinetry, abundant counter space, and a convenient eat-up bar, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements include updated flooring, bathrooms, paint, and finishes throughout, creating a move-in ready home. The primary suite has been thoughtfully renovated and features a spa-inspired bath with double vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. The inviting living room showcases a wood-burning stove with a beautiful hearth and opens to a full-length covered deck overlooking the private backyard and fire pit area. An additional main-floor bedroom, updated full bath, half bath, and spacious mudroom complete the main level. The finished walkout lower level provides exceptional additional living space with a large family room, two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, wet bar area, and generous storage. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty. The finished oversized attached garage, 30x40 pole building, and storage shed provide ample space for vehicles, recreational toys, hobbies, and equipment. With its combination of privacy, updated living spaces, expansive acreage, and waterfront frontage, this one-of-a-kind property offers the Northern Michigan lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
25 acresLot Size
$172Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Christina Ingersoll• REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
•231-941-4500 (broker)
•brittany@remax-bayshore.com (broker)
Listed by Chase Ingersoll• REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Tucked away on 25 private acres with 500 feet of frontage on Butler Lake, this beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath log home offers the perfect blend of Up North charm, modern updates, and peaceful seclusion. The spacious main level welcomes you with an updated kitchen featuring hickory cabinetry, abundant counter space, and a convenient eat-up bar, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements include updated flooring, bathrooms, paint, and finishes throughout, creating a move-in ready home. The primary suite has been thoughtfully renovated and features a spa-inspired bath with double vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. The inviting living room showcases a wood-burning stove with a beautiful hearth and opens to a full-length covered deck overlooking the private backyard and fire pit area. An additional main-floor bedroom, updated full bath, half bath, and spacious mudroom complete the main level. The finished walkout lower level provides exceptional additional living space with a large family room, two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, wet bar area, and generous storage. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty. The finished oversized attached garage, 30x40 pole building, and storage shed provide ample space for vehicles, recreational toys, hobbies, and equipment. With its combination of privacy, updated living spaces, expansive acreage, and waterfront frontage, this one-of-a-kind property offers the Northern Michigan lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80070042
Aug 17, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 11, 2026
Price Changed
$664,900
$172/sq ft
Jul 15, 2026
Price Changed
$674,900
$174/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Listed
$699,900
$181/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #1159773
Jul 1, 2016
Sold
$250,000
$65/sq ft
Jul 1, 2016
Sold
$250,000
$65/sq ft
Apr 8, 2016
Listed
$259,000
$67/sq ft
Apr 8, 2016
Listed
$259,000
$67/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001159773
Jul 1, 2016
Sold
$250,000
$65/sq ft
Apr 8, 2016
Listed
$259,000
$67/sq ft
Quality built half log home (outside walls only) built in 2006. Open floor plan for easy living. Large rooms. Home has been built with many energy efficient features. 3BR, 3BA 2300 square feet home with room for expansion in lower walkout level. Wood burning stoves on both levels. All this on 25 acres with small pond to enjoy. Insulated pole barn with concrete floor.
Greater Lansing AoR #1137677
Apr 8, 2016
Listing Removed
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Apr 8, 2016
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 2014
Listed
$259,000
$67/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001137677
Apr 8, 2016
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 2014
Listed
$259,000
$67/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1105303
Sep 15, 2013
Listing Removed
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Feb 17, 2012
Listed
$325,000
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,642 (+2.5%)
2024
$3,552 (+5.3%)
2023
$3,372 (+106.2%)
2022
$1,635 (−47.7%)
2021
$3,127 (+1.0%)
2020
$3,097 (+1.0%)
2019
$3,067 (+4.7%)
2018
$2,931 (−5.8%)
2017
$3,110 (+27.6%)
2016
$2,438 (+1.4%)
2015
$2,405 (+1.6%)
2014
$2,368 (+8.4%)
2013
$2,185
Public record
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25.01 Acres
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Single Family Residential
County
Kalkaska County
APN
010-019-012-20
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% 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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5500 Ryckman Rd
$647,446
$17K under list price of $665K
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