Escape to Your Private Northern Michigan Retreat! Situated on nearly 5 wooded acres, this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of natural privacy and modern comfort. Tucked away in a tranquil setting, the property features beautiful hardwood trees, offering peace, quiet, and scenic views from every angle. Inside, you'll find a functional layout designed for easy, low-maintenance living. Step outside to explore your private acreage or utilize the spacious detached pole barn—ideal for storing toys, vehicles, or setting up the ultimate workshop. Whether you are searching for a year-round residence, a weekend getaway, or Up North recreational basecamp, this peaceful haven is ready for its next owner. Located within a few short miles from world renowned Torch Lake.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (8/14)
$277,500
212 3rd Ave, Alden, MI 49612
2beds
800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
4.78 Acres Lot
$266,800 Zestimate®
$347/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious detached pole barnModern comfortBeautiful hardwood treesNatural privacy
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Steiner 231-342-3954,
The Difference Real Estate 231-564-2600
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1948542
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119
- Dimensions: 17 x 7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Kitchen Island, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 800
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Dirt
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 4.78 Acres
- Dimensions: 312 x 648 x 312 x 648
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building(s)
- Parcel number: 01160008400
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Rapid River Campsites
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Alden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $347/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $31,905
- Annual tax amount: $894
- Price range: $277.5K - $277.5K
- Date on market: 7/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,MSHDA
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$266,800
Estimated sales range
$253,000 - $280,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,354/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Price change | $277,500-1.8%$347/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $282,500$353/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $894 +6.9% | $70,800 +13.5% |
| 2023 | $837 +5% | $62,400 +21.4% |
| 2022 | $797 | $51,400 +10.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $46,700 +8.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $43,200 +0.9% |
| 2019 | -- | $42,800 +24.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $34,300 +0.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $34,200 +23.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $27,700 +4.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $26,400 +5.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $25,100 +9.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $22,900 -19.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $28,400 |
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Neighborhood: 49612
Getting around
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Rapid City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 5/10Kalkaska Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 7/10Kalkaska High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Kalkaska Public Schools
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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