5117 Spencer Road

4,200 Sq. Ft.
$190 / Sq. Ft.
4,200
Sq. Ft.
$190
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Often sought, rarely found on the Big Platte Lake near the Platte River Gateway to Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Full log home with panoramic views. Large rooms offer a lodge experience yet privacy and features bring this into a relm few enjoy. 2 Main floor master suites. Unique seam/sauna/whirlpool/shower that is even directly connected to home telephone for blue tooth operation! Propane (Tri-Gas) - average cost per refill is around $500. 2 hot water heaters (gas & electric). Natural gas...Often sought, rarely found on the Big Platte Lake near the Platte River Gateway to Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Full log home with panoramic views. Large rooms offer a lodge experience yet privacy and features bring this into a relm few enjoy. 2 Main floor master suites. Unique seam/sauna/whirlpool/shower that is even directly connected to home telephone for blue tooth operation! Propane (Tri-Gas) - average cost per refill is around $500. 2 hot water heaters (gas & electric). Natural gas available - the cost quoted to switch the house over is about $1400. House very well insulated, no water bill - good well water. Dish at $70 per month, Charter available on property as well.
  1. Listed by Sue Kelly • REO-TCFront-233021
    P: (231)-218-9800 mauriciasue@gmail.com

Property Details for 5117 Spencer Road

Subdivision Name
M & B
Waterfront Features
All Sports Lake, Dock Facilities, Water Access Rights, Waterfront, Sandy Bottom
Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING CLOSED: 09/05/2014 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5117 Spencer Road

StatusClosed
MLS #78001137744
Days on Market3243
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2007
Lot Size1.10 AC / 47,916 SF
CountyBenzie County

Location

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Building Information for 5117 Spencer Road

Stories-Year Built2007Building Size-Lot Size1.10 AC / 47,916 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,022 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,066

Property Taxes

$956

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5117 Spencer Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 44.707375
  • Longitude: -86.112148
  • MLS Area Major: Area93011Lake Twp
  • Water Body Name: Big Platte Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 1001800870
  • Tax Legal Description: see survey
School Information
  • High School District: Benzie County Central
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Two Car Garage, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 100
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.1
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 440 x 100
  • Water Frontage Feet: 100.0
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Water View, Sprinklers, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 368200.0
  • Living Area: 4200.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4200.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Year Built: 2007
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels: Two
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
  • Has Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Spa Hottub, Walk In Closets
  • Rooms Total: 9
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bath Lav
Room 5
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom1
Room 6
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom2
Room 7
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom3
Room 8
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom4
Room 9
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 10
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 11
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 12
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 5117 Spencer Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 5, 2014

Sold

Realcomp #78001137744

$799,900
Jun 25, 2014

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78001137744

Jan 31, 2014

Listed (Active)

Realcomp #78001137744

$799,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/05/2014

Sold

Realcomp #78001137744

$799,900
06/25/2014

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78001137744

01/31/2014

Listed (Active)

Realcomp #78001137744

$799,900

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

Public Records for 5117 Spencer Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$11,471 ($956 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,882 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,882 SqFtLot Size43,647 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006Year Renovated2006CountyBENZIEAPN10-018-008-70

Schools near 5117 Spencer Road

This home is within Benzie County Central Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Homestead Hills Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Benzie Central Middle School
Public6 to 8

Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public9 to 12

Benzie Academy
Public6 to 12

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