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
$171Price/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
•231-941-4500 (broker)
•brittany@remax-bayshore.com (broker)
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Market trends in 49680, MI
Last updated September 2026
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Sale-to-list price
96.5%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$238K
$70 MoM
Avg. days on market
37d
8 days MoM
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Sale and tax history for 5500 Ryckman Rd
Sale History
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Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #78080070042
Sep 11, 2026
Sold
$660,000
$171/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2026
Price Changed
$664,900
$172/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Price Changed
$674,900
$174/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Listed
$699,900
$181/sq ft
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
Sep 11, 2026
Sold
$660,000
$171/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Contingent
—
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
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1159773
Jul 1, 2016
Sold
$250,000
$65/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.
Water Features: Water View, Waterfront, Interior Lake
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Butler Lake
Property Information
Out Buildings: Pole Barn
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 2006
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 2014
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 1856
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Wooded
Lot Size: 6,581,653
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 25
Frontage: 500
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $167,905
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Wood, LP/Propane Gas
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan(S), Central A/C
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=3869
School Information
School District: Forest Area Community SD
School District: Forest Area Community Sd
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: Supply Rd to South Boardman. East on South Boardman Rd. Approx 5 miles to Ryckman Rd. Turn right, go 1/2 mile to sign at end of long driveway to home.
Municipality: Orange Twp
Mail City: South Boardman
Subdivision: Metes & Bounds
Municipality: Orange Twp
Area (Municipality): Orange Twp (40010)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 25.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalkaska County
APN: 010-019-012-20
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
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Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Forest Area Middle School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 5.9mi
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Forest Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.9mi
4/10
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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
0.62% 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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Estimated sale price
$608,000 – $736,000
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