Escape to the lake. This charming turnkey chalet on Perch Lake offers 60 feet of private frontage and the peaceful Up North lifestyle you've been searching for. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, a loft, and granite countertops, the home blends cozy character with modern updates. Enjoy morning coffee on the deck, afternoons on the no-wake lake, and evenings around the water's edge. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, vacation rental, or year-round retreat, this waterfront gem is ready to enjoy from day one.
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$398Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sarah Bailey• Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
•231-922-2350 (broker)
•tracy@schmidthq.com (broker)
Bought with Kyle O'Grady• REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
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Market trends in 49680, MI
Last updated July 2026
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Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$189K
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
149d
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Recently sold homes
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Est. $1,626 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6255 Dyer Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #78080069730
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$266,000
$398/sq ft
Jun 23, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 15, 2026
Listed
$235,000
$352/sq ft
Escape to the lake. This charming turnkey chalet on Perch Lake offers 60 feet of private frontage and the peaceful Up North lifestyle you've been searching for. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, a loft, and granite countertops, the home blends cozy character with modern updates. Enjoy morning coffee on the deck, afternoons on the no-wake lake, and evenings around the water's edge. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, vacation rental, or year-round retreat, this waterfront gem is ready to enjoy from day one.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80069730
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$266,000
$398/sq ft
Jun 23, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 15, 2026
Listed
$235,000
$352/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #1197665
Sep 3, 2020
Sold
$119,900
$179/sq ft
Sep 3, 2020
Sold
$119,900
$179/sq ft
Mar 23, 2020
Listed
$129,900
$194/sq ft
Mar 23, 2020
Listed
$129,900
$194/sq ft
Cozy, well maintained, chalet located on Perch Lake in the heart of Kalkaska, County. This one bedroom, 1 bath, cottage includes a large loft, deck, dock, fishing boat, garden shed, and 60 ft. frontage on this no wake lake. Many updates to this cottage. Furnishings are included. Possession at closing. Electric is being upgraded as we speak, and all showings will began on Thursday March 26th.
Water Features: Water View, Waterfront, No Wake Lake, Interior Lake
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Perch Lake
Accessibility Features: Accessible Doors
Green Features: Thermostat
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 1966
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Subdivision, Sloping, Wooded
Lot Size: 6,015,482,150
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 0.35
Roads: Gravel
Frontage: 60
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $54,600
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan(S), Heat Pump(S)
Heating System: Baseboard, Heat Pump(S)
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=668
School Information
School District: Forest Area Community SD
School District: Forest Area Community Sd
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: From Kalkaska, head south on US 131 to South Boardman. Turn left at flashing light, and follow out of town approx 2-3 miles to Hart Road. Turn right on Hart, and follow to the fork in the road. Verve to the right, onto Dyer Road, home will be on the left.
Municipality: Boardman Twp
Mail City: South Boardman
Subdivision: N / A
Municipality: Boardman Twp
Area (Municipality): Boardman Twp (40003)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 675
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalkaska County
APN: 003-500-037-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Forest Area Middle School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
3/10
Forest Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
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
0.31% 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
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$264,000 – $319,000
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