Picture yourself beginning the day on your newly stained front deck with coffee in hand and beautiful lake views. Spend your afternoons boating, fishing, and enjoying all that Lake Missaukee has to offer, then end the evening gathered around the warmth of your brick gas-burning fireplace. This is the up north lifestyle buyers dream about. Originally built in 1958 and extensively remodeled beginning in 2021, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath cottage blends classic character with modern comfort. With approximately 1,000 square feet of living space, knotty pine accents add warmth and timeless appeal while thoughtful updates create a truly turn-key retreat. Recent updates include a new roof (2021), all-vinyl siding, updated windows and light fixtures, redesigned interior ceilings, mini-split to enjoy heat and central air, convenient laundry, new dishwasher, updated electrical panel, updated boiler system, water softener with iron filter, new hot water heater (2023), fresh deck stain, and new landscaping. Situated on two lots totaling approximately 0.11 acres and offering the charm of a corner lot, the property also features a 22' x 16' detached one-stall garage to store car and lawn items. The greatest benefit is the shared lake access across the street which leads to a sandy beach and shoreline with shared dock access, making it easy to hop on your boat and enjoy the lake lifestyle without the burden of waterfront taxes. Seller has had his boat on the shared dock for several years now. Enjoy nearby boating, fishing, ORV and snowmobile trails, golf courses, parks, beaches, local favorites, and endless outdoor recreation right at your fingertips. Beyond your own beach, discover everything that makes this Northern Michigan location so special. Cruise into town and tie up at the city dock to enjoy restaurants, boutique shops, or a scoop from the beloved Tasty Treat. Take a day trip to Traverse City, Lake Michigan, or nearby ski resorts. Turn-key ready.
Sold for $287,450
$287,450
1849 S Golden Rod Ave, Lake City, MI 49651
2beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$287,500 Zestimate®
$287/sqft
$1,686 Estimated rent
Home value
$287,500
Estimated sales range
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Brick wood-burning fireplaceBeautiful lake viewsUpdated boiler systemCorner lotFresh deck stainNew landscapingUpdated electrical panel
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Listed by:
Tamara McLeod Helsel 231-920-6422,
City2Shore Real Estate Northern Michigan 231-839-0077
Bought with:
Tamara McLeod Helsel, 6502410127
City2Shore Real Estate Northern Michigan
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1945572
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 135.27
- Dimensions: 9 x 15.03
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 181.74
- Dimensions: 18.03 x 10.08
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 241.38
- Dimensions: 16.06 x 15.03
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Zoned, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Drywall, Paneling, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, DSL, WiFi
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Finished Rooms, Concrete Floors, Gravel, Private
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Access, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Bluff (greater than 10ft), Lake, Sandy Shoreline
- Body of water: Lake Missaukee
- Frontage length: 10
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100 x 120
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 00949009600, 09700
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $287/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $50,115
- Annual tax amount: $2,294
- Price range: $287.5K - $287.5K
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 66 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Sold | $287,450-0.8%$287/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1945572 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2026 | Pending sale | $289,900$290/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1945572 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $289,900-3.3%$290/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900$300/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,806 +3.9% | $98,800 +37.2% |
| 2024 | $1,738 | $72,000 +10.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $65,000 +12.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $58,000 +17.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $49,200 +7% |
| 2019 | $1,473 | $46,000 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $1,473 +4.7% | $43,300 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $1,407 | $41,700 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $1,407 | $36,500 +10.6% |
| 2015 | $1,407 | $33,000 -18.9% |
| 2014 | $1,407 | $40,700 +20.8% |
| 2013 | $1,407 | $33,700 +10.1% |
| 2011 | $1,407 -18.2% | $30,600 +5.5% |
| 2009 | $1,721 | $29,000 |
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Neighborhood: 49651
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lake City Upper Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Lake City Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Lake City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lake City Area School District
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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