5000 South River Road

2,400 Sq. Ft.
$105 / Sq. Ft.
2,400
Sq. Ft.
$105
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Classic river home loaded with charm and character in exceptional condition. Over 600 feet of prime Boardman River frontage, 10 acres of woods and only a couple miles from town on good roads. The large covered porch overlooks the fields, woods and river. Much of this home has been updated, including metal roof, heat system, windows and kitchen. The outbuildings include a gazebo and two garages for all the toys and tools, in addition to the attached garage. This private oasis is only a couple miles...Classic river home loaded with charm and character in exceptional condition. Over 600 feet of prime Boardman River frontage, 10 acres of woods and only a couple miles from town on good roads. The large covered porch overlooks the fields, woods and river. Much of this home has been updated, including metal roof, heat system, windows and kitchen. The outbuildings include a gazebo and two garages for all the toys and tools, in addition to the attached garage. This private oasis is only a couple miles down a county maintained gravel road for easy access to town, yet offering all the privacy and recreational opportunities you could ever want, including direct access to 1000's of acres of state land. Paddling, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, biking and dirt bikes right out your back door.
  1. Listed by Ken C Weaver • Traverse North Realty
    P: (231)-357-0821 ken@traversenorth.com

Property Details for 5000 South River Road

Subdivision Name
BOARDMAN RIVER
Architectural Style
Craftsman
View
Water
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Dock Facilities, River Front, Waterfront, Sandy Bottom
Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING CLOSED: 09/22/2016 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5000 South River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #78001157842
Days on Market2515
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size10.00 AC / 435,600 SF
CountyKalkaska County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Traverse North Realty

Sold By Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Kalkaska

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Building Information for 5000 South River Road

Stories-Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size10.00 AC / 435,600 SF

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$1,567 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,283

Property Taxes

$284

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5000 South River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: R007
  • Directions: Real easy to find, only 3 miles down a very good gravel road. From Traverse City, go almost to Kalkaska, take a right on W Kalkaska Road, Right on Island Lake Road, left on River Road, go 3 miles, home on left. From Kalkaska, take 1st to Island Lk.
  • Latitude: 44.715809
  • Longitude: -85.273175
  • MLS Area Major: Kalkaska Twp (40008)
  • Water Body Name: Boardman River
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 00812800320
  • Tax Legal Description: See associated docs
School Information
  • High School District: Kalkaska
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Four Car Garage, Attached, Garage
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Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 617
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
  • Water Frontage Feet: 617.0
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Farm, Water View, Wooded
  • Road Frontage Type: Gravel
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 109500.0
  • Living Area: 2400.0
  • Building Area Total: 2880.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1920.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 480.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 960.0
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Other Structures: Barns, Second Garage
  • Year Built: 1978
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block, Wood
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.1
  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Range
  • Basement: Block, Partially Finished, Walk Out Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Pantry
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 11x11
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 23x16
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 19x11
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 4
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom1
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Type: Great Room
Room 7
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 8
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
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Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 5000 South River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 22, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1131380212

$252,500
Sep 22, 2016

Sold

Realcomp #78001157842

$252,500
Sep 22, 2016

Sold

MiRealSource #1157842

$252,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/22/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1131380212

$252,500
09/22/2016

Sold

Realcomp #78001157842

$252,500
09/22/2016

Sold

MiRealSource #1157842

$252,500

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Public Records for 5000 South River Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,406 ($284 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyKALKASKAAPN008-128-003-20

Schools near 5000 South River Road

This home is within Kalkaska Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Birch Street Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Rapid City Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Kalkaska Middle School
Public6 to 8

Kalkaska 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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