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LAKE MiTCHELL HOME LIKE NEW - Ground up construction in 2006 A SHOWCASE HOME Outstanding design, terrific curb appeal, pLEASANT LAKE Awesome ALL SPORTS ACTIVITY Pleasant
by Castle and Cabins. Great room concept, functional floor plan and a convenient Lake; 112 surface acres of playground!
beautiful peninsula style kitchen, etched location! Spacious formal entry area, well Waterski, boating, great fishing. Enjoy 200
glass pantry door, main level laundry and planned family entry, covered front porch feet of lot depth, 100 feet of sandy beach
master suite. 2 story wall of glass facing and a spacious back deck. Hickory flooring frontage and a beautiful sunset view. Log
water; Lake Mitchell is connected to Lake in public areas, tile in baths, laundry and home with 1 car garage, 3 bedrooms and
Cadillac via boat navigable canal. Combined family entry room. Classic white kitchen 2 baths. Hardwood and tile flooring mean little
the 2 lakes provide 3,730 surface acres of with functional island, walk-in pantry, granite fuss over wet swimming clothes and towels.
water as your playground. Awesome fishing, countertops and slate finish appliances. With both a family room and living room
boating, water-skiing, paddle sports, winter Stylish open stairway to partially finished nobody is cramped for space. The kitchen
basement. Gas fireplace in living room, offers breakfast bar seating and the family
skiing and snowmobiling. The living area vaulted ceiling, tasteful lighting fixtures room provides dining space. Living room
includes gas fireplace, soaring ceiling height, throughout. Master suite includes his and fireplace has wood burning insert, sleeping
open staircase and loft overlook. Master hers walk-in closets and tile shower room loft suitable for young family members with
bedroom has bath access and walk-in closet. with glass enclosure. Split floor plan with drop down stairs. Awesome up north feeling
Upper level offers 2 large bedrooms and secondary bedrooms placed at opposite with open beam ceiling and exposed log and
second bathroom. See photos and details on side of home. See photos and details on cedar accents. See photos and details on
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M-1862539 • $199,900 M-1865560 • $172,500 M-1865675 • $157,500
HOME WiTH ACREAgE PRICE REDUCED 10-23-2019. Seller WOODED CONDO Coveted “end unit”, beautifully wooded side CADiLLAC WEST AREA Awesome Cadillac West location, relatively
MOTIVATED to cause sale before winter snowfall! and back yard affords privacy not commonly private back yard, lots of deck space! Multi
Ready for your immediate occupancy and in a found in condominium communities. Main level floor plan offers terrific division of
terrific location, close to Crystal Mt. Golf and Ski floor master and laundry, spacious kitchen space for varied family activities. Master
Resort, easy commute to Traverse City, Cadillac, provides plenty of counter top, breakfast bar bedroom with private bathroom. Living room
Big Rapids or Manistee. Site size is greater than seating and pass thru to living room! Dining includes sliding glass door to elevated deck
65 acres and includes about 10 acres of maple room is open to both kitchen and living room, and gas fireplace. Lower level family room
hardwoods, tall red pine forest, open pasture has plenty of natural light with southwesterly has free standing wood burner and sliding
and a beautifully landscaped home site. Kitchen facing sliding glass door to patio. Living room glass door to patio level. There is a large
includes 16 feet of countertop, recipe desk, pantry has skylight, large entry foyer with terrific room with window that may not meet today’s
cupboard, newer stainless steel range, microwave view of the open staircase and loft overlook. egress code, the room has an attached bath
oven and refrigerator that has ice and water in the Oak banister, stair risers and treads, oak and has been used as a second master
door, and plenty of cupboard space. Family room hardwood flooring in family room/loft and suite by owner. There is plenty of storage,
fireplace is gas fueled, surrounded with stone upper level bedroom. Full baths on each a generous size entry foyer that is great for
and has library shelves on either side. Living level. Traffic areas and bathrooms have coat, shoe and boot room. Price is reflective
room offers nice daylight and morning sun with ceramic tile floors, master bath has Corian of renovation work needed; paint, flooring
its east facing window. See photos and details on countertop. See photos and details on and updating. See photos and details on
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M-1866287 • $144,900 M-1868137 • $145,900 M-1807696 • $137,000
CLASSiC OLDER HOME Gracious entry with glass door and leaded MUST SEE Excellent maintenance, wonderfully 87 ACRES Awesome estate home site, terrific
glass window. Living room bay wall has maintained by current owner over the residential development site and many
craftsman style window application and past 40 years! Terrific location; walk other uses possible. Anyone who enjoys
french door style pocket doors dividing dining to Franklin School, hospital, medical off-road powersports will love the
room. Fireplace, bay window and built-in china offices and downtown. You will enjoy topography and spring fed pond sites.
hutch in dining. Main floor bedroom has maple the open floor plan, living room has gas Wonderful opportunity for horse ranch or
floor and access to main bath, current owner fireplace with stone surround, numerous gentleman’s farm. There is a great mixture
uses this room as an office/den. Kitchen windows let the natural light flood the of open meadow land, hardwood stands
with ample maple cabinetry, area is open to great room area. Spacious dining room, and pine forest area. The pond sites
the laundry and sun room. Upper bedrooms kitchen includes oak cabinetry, peninsula have the possibility of development into
seating, generous amount of countertop
have maple flooring, one has walk-in closet and convenient access to adjacent small lakes. Close to Lake Meauwataka
with built-in cabinetry and a large cedar lined laundry area! Round off the room count for summertime water activities and near
closet and wonderful south facing windows on main level with formal entry room Manistee National Forest for hunting and
for lots of daylight! Front bedroom has west that includes bench seat and closet plus outdoor activities. Centrally located for river
facing dormer and architecturally interesting family entry area and 3/4 bath just inside and paddle sports on Manistee, Pine and
ceiling lines. See photos and details on the back door.. See photos and details on Betsie Rivers. See photos and details on
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M-1854694 • $39,900
HOME WiTH pOLE BUiLDiNg M-1866653 • $124,900 OUTDOOR RECREATiON M-1843425 • $93,900 BRAMBLEWOOD ESTATES This 6 acre Bramblewood parcel perfectly
Convenient location, wooded site, screen Wooded 80 acre parcel adjoins state lends it to a home site that can easily
porch, back yard deck, dog run area, land on 2 sides. Location is excellent accommodate an outbuilding. There is
attached garage and a pole building! for hunting and recreation. Close to a permanent wetland bog at north end
Sound interesting? Living room has Long Lake open ORV trails. Less than of the property that, the site has a wide
variety of mature; maples, beeches, white
gas fireplace, kitchen and dining room 1 mile from “Blue Ribbon” Clam River pines and oaks. The property line is about
with hardwood flooring. Large master trout stream. Easy access to shopping 400 feet away from State Land. There
bedroom, spacious family room has and conveniences of town. About are three natural building sites: on top
freestanding gas fireplace. Maintenance 2 miles off of paved roads and a quick of the hill at the Southern end, a natural
free exterior siding, 1 acre lot, 24x44 pole commute from US 131 Highway. If you are clearing in the middle, and a meadow at
building has electricity and concrete floor. searching for hunting land, a great place the Northern end, just before the wetland.
This is a terrific estate home building site.
Awesome amenities for the price, move to snowmobile, and enjoy the splendor You will enjoy the country atmosphere,
in condition, take a look and...WELCOME of Northern Michigan, then come and the winding roadways and the peace of
HOME! See photos and details on get it! See photos and details on www. mind of investing in “proven” Bramblewood
www.mikesellscadillac.com mikesellscadillac.com Subdivision. See photos and details on
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M-1854575 • $18,500 M-1866269 • $15,000 M-1807980 • $14,900
LAKEWOOD ON THE gREEN Great Scott! Only $18,500 for a lot on the WOODED LOTS Wooded lots across the street from HARMONY HiLLS LOT Building site in Harmony Hills Subdivision
tenth fairway at Lakewood on the Green Golf Pleasant Lake, level site, paved road, -- build your new home in this terrific
Course? The site provides unobstructed utilities available at road include natural neighborhood of modern homes!
views of the lake and of the fairway TOO!
Sloping topography will be suitable for walk- gas and electricity. Great spot to build Large corner lot offers topography
out foundation construction. This subdivision your residence or vacation getaway. that may be suitable for walk-out style
carries some of the highest values in Township beach park is within easy foundation. Underground utilities and
Wexford County. Place your new home walking distance and offers terrific county maintained road. Taxes and tax
among these lovely residences and rest sandy beach, firm sand lake bottom and figures shown are estimated based
assured of your investment. Subdivision awesome fishing! Photos and details on on lot value after split from a larger
restrictions allow dwelling as small as 1300
square feet and 1 1/2 car garage. Seller www.mikesellscadillac.com parcel. See photos and details on
indicates that “no REASONABLE offer www.mikesellscadillac.com
will be refused.” The elevated site offers
terrific view of the lake and the location
is just minutes from the conveniences
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REALTY
Shirley J. Schafer
Broker/Owner Sales Sales Sales
Associate Associate Associate
5884 E. M-115, Cadillac, MI 49601
OF CADILLAC
Office: (231) 779-2515 • Fax: (231) 779-8605
E-mail: info@prorealty-cadillac.com • www.prorealty-cadillac.com
Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM, Saturday 10 AM-2 PM
NEW LISTING
2: Job security/availability
The financial resource Fortune Builder says to consider your
job security before taking the home ownership plunge. Before
committing to an investment as substantial as a home, ensure that
you are secure in your job. Similarly, if you are relocating for job
prospects, verify that the new location has a thriving job market.
3: Local schools
For potential homeowners with children or those planning on
becoming parents, area schools should merit significant consider-
ation. Research school rankings and reviews, but know that rank-
ings can change. American Family Insurance Company says to
also look at the school budget history of towns you’re consider-
ing to see if residents prioritize funding for education. This can be
a measure of how important education is in a given community.
Home ownership is a dream for many people. In fact, buying 4: Commute times
a home is considered by many people to be a major life accom- Home ownership involves both lifestyle and financial decisions.
plishment. Calculate the time it will take to travel to and from work when
Various factors determine what makes a home an attractive considering a certain town or neighborhood. Find out if there
place to live. While some considerations may overlap, others may is mass transit and what options are available for off-hour travel
be unique to individual buyers. Those new to the real estate arena needs.
may want to consider the following factors as they search for a
new place to call home. 5: Lifestyle options
Quality nightlife, arts and history, community events, proxim-
1: Property taxes ity to cultural centers or cities, and other factors are at play in
choosing a home. Make sure your new community allows you to
Property taxes can greatly affect the overall cost of living in a
particular home. The real estate company RedFin says property still enjoy the things you’re passionate about.
taxes are generally levied by each county and often include taxes Buying a home involves considering various factors that can af-
paid to schools, utility companies and municipal governments. fect your budget and quality of life.
Kathy Damm-Lawie
Broker
Commercial and KLawie@Assist2Sell.com
Residential Specialist BuyersSellersAdvantage.com
MlS# 201802903 $169,900 MlS# 201803276 $169,900
• Classic charm! 4 bedrooms, 2 baths • 3 bedrooms w/additional 2 non-conforming
Office: (231) 876-2000
910 S. Mitchell Street
• Natural woodwork & wood flooring on lower level, 3 baths
Cell: (231) 920-5038 • Large corner lot with garage • 1.10 acres of wooded and landscaped setting
Fax: (231) 876-1922 Cadillac, MI • 3 season sunroom & covered porch • Attached garage and an additional 28x24 garage
227 alexander Street 111 cottage Street M-115 10850 Mackinaw hwY.
110 W. MITCHELL • LAKE CITY 14609 GORDON DRIVE • LEROY NN 30TH AVENUE • MARION NN FOREST ROAD • MARION
9424 23 MILE ROAD • MARION 2760 16 MILE ROAD • MARION MORE LISTINGS AT MYBACKWOODS.COM
315 FOURTH STREET • MARION • MLS# 119051206 • $37,900
Need a low cost, low maintenance home? Look no further! Whether you want this to be your principal residence or
want some rental income this home can do it. This 980 sq. ft. mobile home comes equipped with 2 bedrooms and
1 bath. The spacious bath has a double vanity and laundry hook ups. Kitchen has great set up for cooking with an
island stove top and a double oven. Enjoy the amenities of living in the village including natural gas. Home is also
equipped with central air! Check it out!
NN GARFIELD AVENUE • MARION • MLS# 18035967 • $169,000
(LISTING FROM COVER) A great piece of farm land east of Marion. A total of 77 acres, with approx. 35 acres currently farmed. In the middle
MLS# 19017349 $34,900 of the farm land find some great cover for deer hunting with a mix of hardwoods. Parcels like this are very rare to
MLS# 19052576 $209,900 Plenty of options with this 1.25-acre find! Producing mineral rights are to be transferred at an additional cost of $24,000.
Awesome opportunity to own this beautiful parcel and 24x36 pole barn. The property 1015 BIRDIE DRIVE • LAKE ISABELLA • MLS# 18018938 • $4,400
home located in the Highland Hills! Tranquil comes equipped with a well and septic. Now buildable lot on the 3rd hole of the Pines Golf Course. The lot comes with the privilege of belonging to the Lake
views from every window. This 3 bedroom, Whether you are looking for a place to Isabella property owners association and getting a dock slip to the 850 acre all sports Lake Isabella. Lake Isabella
2.5 bath home comes with 1840 sq. ft. build your dream home or a seasonal has many amenities including over 20 parks, basketball courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts and much more.
above ground and another 864 sq. ft. in camp. Sleeping arrangements for five are Enjoy the summer events like the annual 5k run and 4th of July Fireworks! Seller is a licensed real estate agent.
the basement to be finished to your liking. already setup. Including a bathroom with a 17593 M-115 • MARION • MLS# 190507645 • $44,900
Located in McBain school district and only shower and wash sink. The living quarters Hunting camp is calling, if not camp make this where you build your dream home! 14.9 acres of a mixture of
6 miles from McBain and 10 minutes from has a kitchenette along with a woodstove hardwoods along with some openings for your food plots! An older mobile home is on the property to start camp.
Cadillac. The parcel is 5 acres and has a for heat. The remaining portion of the pole Two 4-inch wells and two septic systems on site so the possibilities are endless! Located off from pavement with
26x30 barn out back for any of your animal barn is set to work on all your toys! Check both sites setting back from the road and any traffic. Follow the trails back to northern Michigan bliss. This is
or storage needs. it out!! already split in two parcels adding to the possibilities. Only 7 miles to Marion and 17 miles to Cadillac.
A warm fire can make even the coldest win- in order as well. Chimney service technicians smoke than heat. In addition, the home im-
ter day more enjoyable. Fireplaces may not get will conduct thorough examinations of read- provement resource This Old House recom-
much use in spring or summer, but come late ily accessible portions of the chimney exterior mends using dense wood that’s been split and
fall and throughout the winter, the fireplace and interior and accessible portions of the ap- stored in a high and dry place for at least six
can be a great place for families to gather. pliance and the chimney connection. The months. Oak is an example of dense wood
Before fireplace season hits full swing, CSIA recommends that homeowners who plan that, when stored properly, can make for an
homeowners might want to brush up on a few to use their chimneys as they have in the past enjoyable fireplace experience. Avoid soft-
fireplace facts so they can safely enjoy nights request a Level 1 inspection, which will ex- woods like pine. Pine can produce a lot of cre-
spent sitting by the crackling flames. amine the soundness of the chimney structure osote, which is a byproduct of wood combus-
The Chimney Safety Institute of America and flue as well as the basic appliance instal- tion. Creosote is highly flammable, and as it
advises homeowners with fireplaces to hire a lation and connections. Technicians also will builds up in a chimney, the risk for a chimney
CSIA-certified chimney sweep to clean their verify if the chimney is free of obstruction and fire increases. Choosing the right wood, mak-
fireplaces. After a lengthly period of non-use, combustible deposits. ing sure it’s well-seasoned and having a chim-
various issues could be affecting the chimney, Homeowners also should inspect their ney professionally cleaned can reduce the risk
many of which might not be noticeable to an chimney dampers before lighting their first of a creosote-related chimney fire. A Level 1
untrained eye. Professional, certified chimney fires of the season. Dampers should open and inspection should determine if there are po-
sweeps have extensive knowledge of fireplac- close smoothly. If not, a service technician can tentially dangerous levels of creosote deposits
es, making them valuable resources who can help fix or replace the damper. in the chimney.
let homeowners know if any safety issues de- Firewood is another thing homeowners Before nestling up to a fireplace this winter,
veloped since fireplaces were last used. The must consider before lighting their first fires homeowners should consider a host of factors
National Protection Agency recommends that of the season. The CSIA says that well-sea- and safety measures to ensure their fireplaces
chimneys be swept at least once per year. soned firewood works best, noting that wood are safe and ready for the season ahead.
A full inspection of the chimney might be that is not well-seasoned will produce more
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Gatherings of family and friends are a big dishes, so everyone feels comfortable at the ing folding chairs or other accommodations
part of the holiday season. Hosting such gath- table and has ample room to eat. A small to ensure there’s ample seating for everyone.
erings can be a great way to show loved ones menu also gives hosts more time to spend A single recliner can only be enjoyed by one
how much you appreciate them, and hosting with their loved ones during the festivities. person, but removing it from a room may cre-
also saves hosts the trouble of traveling dur- • Don’t overdo it on drinks, either. When plan- ate enough space for as many as three folding
ing one of the most hectic travel seasons of the ning the drinks menu, avoid offering cock- chairs.
year. tails, which take time to prepare and often • Go small on decorations. If you know you’ll
When hosting a large crowd at home, space require guests to visit the kitchen for refriger- be hosting in advance of the holiday season,
can be a difficult hurdle to clear. However, a ated ingredients. Limit drinks to wine, beer, decorate with guests in mind. That might
few helpful strategies can help space-starved water, and soft drinks, storing cold beverages mean skipping a six-foot Christmas tree in
hosts pull off a holiday soiree where everyone in a cooler kept outside on a front or back favor of one that takes up less space. Avoid
is comfortable. porch or in an area outside the kitchen so leaving any fragile decorations out, as adults
• Pare down the menu. Holiday feasts don’t cooks can work without interruption. or overexcited kids may knock them over as
have to resemble medieval banquets with • Move some furniture. If your main living they try to navigate a cramped space.
excessive amounts of food and drink. Hosts space is small, consider moving some bulky Holiday hosting can be fun, even in small
with small kitchens and tiny dining quarters furniture into a bedroom or office where spaces. A few simple tricks can make even the
can pare down the menu, limiting offerings guests won’t be spending time. Then make smallest spaces accommodating.
to just a single entree and a few simple side better use of the open living space by plac-
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