Last Sold Price
2 beds1,046 sqft$287/sqft
1697 Laverne Road, Wellston, MI 49689

Description

This newly constructed 2-bedroom chalet is located on 3.6 nicely wooded acres and is within walking distance of the Pine River and Low Bridge Canoe Park. The home features beautiful windows overlooking a wooded ridge, large living area, cathedral ceilings, hickory cabinetry, and Frigidaire appliances. There is one bedroom downstairs with a large lighted closet, and a carpeted loft upstairs with amazing views. The large, covered patio on the front, and cement patio in the back, are both great for...This newly constructed 2-bedroom chalet is located on 3.6 nicely wooded acres and is within walking distance of the Pine River and Low Bridge Canoe Park. The home features beautiful windows overlooking a wooded ridge, large living area, cathedral ceilings, hickory cabinetry, and Frigidaire appliances. There is one bedroom downstairs with a large lighted closet, and a carpeted loft upstairs with amazing views. The large, covered patio on the front, and cement patio in the back, are both great for entertaining! There is a large firepit area for evening bon fires, and plenty of room for friends with campers! The best part - Federal Land is right out the front door! Close to Caberfae Ski & Golf Resort. Snowmobile, ski, golf, kayak, ORV, and hunt right from your new property!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/28/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sally Belman • Brokerage DRE #6505306192 • Big River Properties
    P: (231) 620-9840 C: (231) 620-9840 sallybelman@bigriverventures.com

Property Details for 1697 Laverne Road

Status
MLS #
22031188
Days on Market
70
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2022
Lot Size
3.60 AC / 156,816 SF
Architectural Style
Chalet

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$219,950

Avg days on market

22

Sale-to-list ratio

99.5%

Wellston, MI

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1

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
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2
Bedrooms
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Square Feet
0.85
Acres
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Acres
$183,050 | 17111 Gene Street, Wellston, MI 49689
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$195,000 | 19248 Caberfae Highway, Wellston, MI 49689
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$290,000 | 17432 Jennifer Drive, Wellston, MI 49689
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Bedrooms
1,008
Square Feet
0.85
Acres
$120,000 | 544 Snyder Road, Wellston, MI 49689
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Sold 08/16/26

2
Bedrooms
1,000
Square Feet
10
Acres
$230,000 | 56 North Tippy Dam Road, Wellston, MI 49689
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$230,000

Sold 06/12/26

2
Bedrooms
840
Square Feet
1
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 1697 Laverne Road

Stories2Year Built2022Building Size-Lot Size3.60 AC / 156,816 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,855 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,524

Property Taxes

$331

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1697 Laverne Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Caberfae Highway & Low Bridge
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Municipality: Norman Twp
  • Directions: 10 1/2 Mile to Brooks Road, North to Seaman Road, North to Snyder Road, North to Caberfae Highway, East to Low Bridge Road, South to Laverne Road to property
  • Area - Major: MasonOceanaManistee - O
  • Street #: 1697
  • Street Name: Laverne Road
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Wellston
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49689
  • County: Manistee
  • Latitude: 44.193681
  • Longitude: -85.881453
  • Area - Minor: MasonOceanaManistee - O
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 0.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 51-10-017-150-30
  • Homestead: 0
  • SEV: 0
Parking
  • Garage Y/N: No
  • Driveway: Gravel
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Recreational, Wooded, Rolling Hills, Adj to Public Land
  • SqFt Source: Measured
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00
  • Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1046.0
  • SqFt Above Grade: 1046.0
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 3.6
  • Lot Square Footage: 156816.0
  • Lot Size Area: 3.6
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Legal: Part of NW 1/4 of SE 1/4, T21N, R13W, comm at South 1/4 cor of Section 17 .... Contact listing agent for complete legal description
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2022
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Accessibility Features YN: No
  • Income Property: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch(es)
  • Stories: 2
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Street Type: Private, Seasonal, Unpaved
  • Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
  • Roofing: Asphalt
  • Substructure: Slab
  • Windows: Insulated Windows, Storms
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch(es)
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Window Features: Storms, Insulated Windows
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room Total: 6
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Central
  • Total Baths: 1.0
  • Full Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Propane
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Half Baths: 0.0
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Main Half Baths: 0
  • Main Level SQFT: 812
  • Total Beds Above Grade: 2
  • Main Level Primary: Yes
  • # of Outbuildings: 0.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional, FHA, MSHDA, Rural Development, VA Loan

Property History for 1697 Laverne Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 28, 2022

Sold

MiRealSource #70274074

$299,900
Oct 28, 2022

Sold

Realcomp #67022031188

$299,900
Oct 28, 2022

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #22031188

$299,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/28/2022

Sold

MiRealSource #70274074

$299,900
10/28/2022

Sold

Realcomp #67022031188

$299,900
10/28/2022

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #22031188

$299,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1697 Laverne Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,971 ($331 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size156,816 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyMANISTEEAPN10-017-150-30

Schools near 1697 Laverne Road

This home is within Kaleva Norman Dickson School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
KND Elementary
PublicK to 6

Brethren Middle School
Public7 to 8

Brethren High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1697 Laverne Road, Wellston, MI 49689
$299,900
2
1,046
156,816
$60,500
871,200
$35,000
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