Log sided home in a very private, wooded setting within walking distance to Spider Lake. 1997 built home with all the charm of a cabin in the woods. Located within walking distance to Spider Lake, very near State Land, snowmobile trails, the Boardman River, and only 10 minutes to downtown Traverse City. The perfect setting for your woods and water get away cottage or your year round home in the woods
Split pine log cabin on 1 acre is the perfect northern Michigan getaway! Furnishings incl. for add'l $5,000. Management company in place if interested in rental income. Public access on Arbutus and Spider Lakes approx. 3/4 mile from this property (Spider Lake across the road but no legal access or view). Also close to state land--ideal for snowmobiling! Enjoy the deer from the screened porch or deck of this beautifully wooded property!
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1069162
Dec 28, 2006
Listing Removed
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Nov 15, 2006
Listed
$125,000
$124/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1068757
Nov 7, 2006
Listing Removed
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Oct 23, 2006
Listed
$120,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,262 (+2.5%)
2024
$2,206 (+6.2%)
2023
$2,077 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,978 (+3.6%)
2021
$1,910 (+1.8%)
2020
$1,876 (−0.5%)
2019
$1,885
Tax history for 3701 Birch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,262 (+2.5%)
2024
$2,206 (+6.2%)
2023
$2,077 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,978 (+3.6%)
2021
$1,910 (+1.8%)
2020
$1,876 (−0.5%)
2019
$1,885
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,008
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grand Traverse County
APN
03-103-015-10
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
Property details
Interior
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Interior Features
Rooms: Loft
Interior Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
Appliances: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener (Owned)
Has Fireplace
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimension: 10 x 8
Dining Room Level: Main
Dining Room Dimension: 9 x 10
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: Main
Living Room Dimensions: 19 x 12
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Wood
Exterior Features: Deck
Foundation Type: Slab
Property Features
Water Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 1997
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 1.01
Roads: Private Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1008
School Information
School District: Traverse City Area Public School
School District: Traverse City Area Public School
Location Details
Municipality: East Bay Twp
Mail City: Traverse City
Subdivision: metes and bounds
Municipality: East Bay Twp
Area (Municipality): East Bay Twp (28003)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Grand Traverse County
APN: 03-103-015-10
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Courtade Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
East Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
Central High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$338,000 – $410,000
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