1963 West Karen Lake Road

2,162 Sq. Ft.
$184 / Sq. Ft.
2,162
Sq. Ft.
$184
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own your own riverfront paradise just minutes from downtown Grayling! Fall in love with this cozy ranch home with finished walk-out basement nestled on just over 2-acres with approx. 300' of river frontage on the East Branch of the Au Sable- perfect for a second home, full-time residence, or short-term rental investment property! Private setting bordering State Land in two directions provides a peaceful place to start making memories on nearby trails & on the water with kayaks,...Rare opportunity to own your own riverfront paradise just minutes from downtown Grayling! Fall in love with this cozy ranch home with finished walk-out basement nestled on just over 2-acres with approx. 300' of river frontage on the East Branch of the Au Sable- perfect for a second home, full-time residence, or short-term rental investment property! Private setting bordering State Land in two directions provides a peaceful place to start making memories on nearby trails & on the water with kayaks, canoes, fishing, & more. Outside, a covered porch & 3-season room welcome visitors. Inside, all main floor rooms feature soaring cathedral ceilings with wood trim details, crisp white shiplap-style walls, & hardwood floors throughout primary spaces. Living room includes large picture window & pellet stove. Kitchen & Dining spaces offer beautiful river views with French doors leading to deck. Stainless steel kitchen appliances and washer/dryer all new in 2023 and included with sale. Primary Bedroom with ensuite bath and walk-in-closet, two additional bedrooms, and full bath with custom barn door complete the main floor. Downstairs, the finished walk-out basement includes an oversized family room with wood-burning stove, laundry facilities, powder bath (note: sink is not currently connected, space to add tub/shower if desired), & additional flex rooms that could be finished into non-conforming bedrooms or hobby/game rooms. Additional storage space in basement & 2-car detached garage with covered space in rear. Rear yard overlooks river and includes a patio (wired for hot tub), covered screen porch, 2 fire pits, covered wood storage, & more. Additional features: Electrical updated (2023), Generac Generator (2023), roof (approx. 2018), newer boiler system, water softener and filtration (included), Starlink Internet (equipment included), satellite (included), Nest smoke detectors (included), newer concrete driveway. Per Seller: TrueStream Fiber Internet coming fall '24. Some images virtually staged. Agent related to Seller.
  1. Listed by Michael Mason • Arterra Realty Michigan LLC
    P: (248)-762-5180 C: (248)-762-5180 mike.mason@arterrarealty.com

Property Details for 1963 West Karen Lake Road

Architectural Style
Ranch, Cottage
View
Water
View
Yes
Waterfront Features
River Front
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 08/13/2025 05:17 AM

Property Details for 1963 West Karen Lake Road

StatusClosed
MLS #60329650
Days on Market31
Taxes$4,252 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1975
Lot Size2.07 AC / 90,169 SF
CountyCrawford County

Location

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Building Information for 1963 West Karen Lake Road

Stories1Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size2.07 AC / 90,169 SF

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$2,338 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,983

Property Taxes

$354

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1963 West Karen Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: W Jones Lake Rd & W Karen
  • Directions: Take N Wilcox Bridge Road, R on W Jones Lake Road, L on Peters Road, L on W Karen Lake Road, house is on Left just after bridge
  • Latitude: 44.72817
  • Longitude: -84.645445
  • MLS Area Major: Grayling Twp (20003)
  • Township: Crawford Grayling Twp
  • Water Body Name: Au Sable
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 040440230604000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,252.00
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.07
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1232.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 930.0
  • Building Area Total: 2464.0
  • Custom 2: Yes
  • Living Area: 2162.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Raw Mls Bathrooms Total: 2.5
  • Raw Mls Latitude: 44.727859
  • Raw Mls Longitude: -84.645374
  • Raw Mls Lot Size: IRREG
  • Raw Mls Modification Timestamp: 06-11-2025 07:44:01 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Change Timestamp: 06-11-2025 08:02:25 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Count: 50
  • Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Raw Mls Stories Total: 1.0
  • Year Built: 1975
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Log, Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Rooms Total: 12
  • Water Heater: Propane
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 8x5
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 2
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 12x8
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 3
  • Room Description: Vinyl
  • Room Dimensions: 12x11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Description: Ceramic
  • Room Dimensions: 8x5
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 5
  • Room Description: Ceramic
  • Room Dimensions: 8x5
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 6
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 12x9
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 7
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 14x11
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Room Description: Laminate
  • Room Dimensions: 28x12
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 20x12
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 12x12
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1963 West Karen Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 13, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544680925

$398,000

+1.6% / yr

Sep 13, 2024

Sold

MiRealSource #60329650

$398,000—
Sep 5, 2024

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #60329650

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/13/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544680925

$398,000

+1.6% / yr

09/13/2024

Sold

MiRealSource #60329650

$398,000
09/05/2024

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #60329650

—

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Public Records for 1963 West Karen Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$11,300Additions$180,600Total$191,900
Tax Record2025$8,266 ($689 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtLot Size90,169 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningNRDCountyCRAWFORDAPN040-44-023-06-040-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1963 West Karen Lake Road

This home is within Crawford Ausable Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Grayling Middle School
Public5 to 8

Grayling High School
Public9 to 12

Great Lakes On-Line Education
PublicK to 12

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