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    • $1,149,000

    3596 S Shady Ln, Cedar, MI 49621

    2beds
    672sqft
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    $7,095/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1967
    1.71 Acres Lot
    $1,075,700 Zestimate®
    $1,710/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautiful stone fireplaceBordering a conservancyKnotty pine interiors
    Nestled on a serene 1.71-acre parcel with 200 feet of pristine frontage on Little Traverse Lake, this charming cottage offers a rare opportunity to enjoy lakefront living in one of Northern Michigan's most picturesque settings. A meandering creek winds through the property, creating a magical environment where children and grandchildren can explore and experience nature right outside the door. Located within the historic Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the property is surrounded by the area's renowned natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. Inside, the cottage exudes timeless Up North charm with knotty pine interiors and a beautiful stone fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. Outside, the sounds of calling loons and the gentle babble of the brook provide a tranquil backdrop for relaxing days at the lake. Bordering a conservancy, the property enjoys added privacy and the assurance of preserved natural surroundings. Whether you choose to enjoy the cottage as it is, renovate, or create your dream lakefront retreat, this exceptional property offers a rare combination of acreage, water frontage, privacy, and potential on sought-after all-sports Little Traverse Lake. A truly special opportunity in a location that feels tucked away from the crowds while remaining close to everything that makes Leelanau County so desirable.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kurt Hubschneider Cell:231-631-5190,

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City 231-922-2350

    Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1952281MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Great Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Area: 121
      • Dimensions: 11 x 11
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: None
      Kitchen
      • Area: 100
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Living room
      • Area: 330
      • Dimensions: 22 x 15
      Heating
      • Propane, Wood, Fireplace(s)
      Cooling
      • Ductless, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Other, Ceiling Fan(s), WiFi
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove, Masonry
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 672
      • Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 672
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None, Dirt
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Dock
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water
      • Water view: Water
      • Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Creek, All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Vegetation to Water Edge, Deeded Easement, Lake
      • Body of water: Little Traverse Lake
      • Frontage type: Waterfront
      • Frontage length: 200
      Lot
      • Size: 1.71 Acres
      • Dimensions: 211 x 253 x 200 x 200
      • Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens, Some Lowland Areas, Level, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 00343000400
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • 2x6 Framing, Frame, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1967

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Private
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Not Applicable
      • Water conservation: Not Applicable

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: Sunset Beach
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Cedar

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,710/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $748,000
      • Annual tax amount: $10,397
      • Price range: $1.1M - $1.1M
      • Date on market: 11/5/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 8 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,1031 Exchange
      • Ownership type: Private Owner
      • Road surface type: Gravel

        Estimated market value

        $1,075,700

        $1.02M - $1.13M

        $1,566/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        11/5/2026Listed for sale$1,149,000+47.3%$1,710/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1952281 Report a problem
        11/22/2024Sold$780,000-4.9%$1,161/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1924674 Report a problem
        7/12/2024Listed for sale$820,000$1,220/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1924674 Report a problem
        11/16/2022Listing removed$820,000$1,220/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1903969 Report a problem
        9/14/2022Price change$820,000-2.4%$1,220/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1903969 Report a problem
        8/30/2022Price change$840,000-1.2%$1,250/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1903969 Report a problem
        8/18/2022Listed for sale$850,000$1,265/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1903969 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$10,397 +175.4%$374,000 +12.5%
        2025$3,775 +7.4%$332,300 +5%
        2024$3,516 +4.9%$316,600 +25.4%
        2023$3,351 +3.6%$252,400 +40.5%
        2022$3,234 +1.9%$179,600 +15.3%
        2021$3,174 +18.1%$155,800 +0.1%
        2020$2,688 $155,600 -20.7%
        2019-- $196,200 +4.1%
        2018-- $188,400 -0.1%
        2017-- $188,600 +0.1%
        2016-- $188,400 +41%
        2015-- $133,600 -1.5%
        2014-- $135,600 -4.6%
        2013-- $142,200 +0.4%
        2012-- $141,600 -22.6%
        2011-- $182,900 -12.1%
        2010-- $208,100
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 49621

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        30 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: Leland Public School District

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