Investor special! This rare opportunity on Williams Lake in Waterford, Michigan, offers endless potential for those with a vision. This lakefront property boasts 50 feet of prime frontage on the main body of one of Waterford's most desirable private lakes. Picture designing your ideal home where breathtaking lake views surround you, where mornings can be enjoyed by the water, and evenings bring peaceful moments on your private deck. This home is being sold as is and requires a complete rehabilitation, making it the perfect blank canvas for creating a custom lakeside residence. The Williams Lake community is known for its welcoming atmosphere, great fishing, and access to recreational water activities, providing a peaceful escape. This is your chance to transform a property into your personal retreat on a lake that offers year-round enjoyment. Contact the listing agent for interior photos and start imagining the possibilities today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
9,148 sq ftLot Size
$420Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Barbara Schaefer• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Est
Listed by Thomas Schaefer• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Est
Bought with Bryan Best• Max Broock, REALTORS®-Troy
Investor special! This rare opportunity on Williams Lake in Waterford, Michigan, offers endless potential for those with a vision. This lakefront property boasts 50 feet of prime frontage on the main body of one of Waterford's most desirable private lakes. Picture designing your ideal home where breathtaking lake views surround you, where mornings can be enjoyed by the water, and evenings bring peaceful moments on your private deck. This home is being sold as is and requires a complete rehabilitation, making it the perfect blank canvas for creating a custom lakeside residence. The Williams Lake community is known for its welcoming atmosphere, great fishing, and access to recreational water activities, providing a peaceful escape. This is your chance to transform a property into your personal retreat on a lake that offers year-round enjoyment. Contact the listing agent for interior photos and start imagining the possibilities today!
REALCOMP #20240066827
Sep 20, 2024
Sold
$355,000
$386/sq ft
Sep 19, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 9, 2024
Listed
$350,000
$380/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,535 (+121.1%)
2024
$4,312 (+5.9%)
2023
$4,073 (+4.1%)
2022
$3,912 (+5.1%)
2021
$3,723 (+0.2%)
2020
$3,716 (+2.7%)
2019
$3,617 (+1.5%)
2018
$3,562 (+8.6%)
2017
$3,281 (+0.5%)
2016
$3,265 (−0.7%)
2015
$3,287 (+1.1%)
2014
$3,252 (+2.1%)
2013
$3,185
Tax history for 6861 Desmond Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,535 (+121.1%)
2024
$4,312 (+5.9%)
2023
$4,073 (+4.1%)
2022
$3,912 (+5.1%)
2021
$3,723 (+0.2%)
2020
$3,716 (+2.7%)
2019
$3,617 (+1.5%)
2018
$3,562 (+8.6%)
2017
$3,281 (+0.5%)
2016
$3,265 (−0.7%)
2015
$3,287 (+1.1%)
2014
$3,252 (+2.1%)
2013
$3,185
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,104 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
920
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
W -13-08-351-020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 3, 2026.
Jul 24, 2027 • Active
Mechanical
HVAC
Jul 24, 2027 • Active
Mechanical
HVAC
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished
Exterior
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Entry Location: GroundLevel
Above Grade Finished Area: 920
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Waterfront
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Water Body Name: Williams Lake
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 121.7
Lot Size Area: 0.21
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,911
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Waterford
Location Information
Directions: Williams Lake Rd to South on Orange Grove to West on Desmond.
Subdivision Name: WILLIAMS LAKE PARK
Cross Street: S of Orange Grove & S of Desmond
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 920
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,104 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Oakland County
APN: W -13-08-351-020
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 3, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealcompIILtd
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Schoolcraft Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Waterford Kettering High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 97° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Waterford, MI • 48329
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.5 hrs
2.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$368,000 – $445,000
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