Waterfront Living at its finest! Discover the perfect blend of affordability and modern updates in this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bath lake house on private, all-sports Watkins Lake—a 243-acre hidden gem in Waterford! Designed for low-maintenance living, this home lets you spend more time enjoying the pristine, spring-fed waters—swimming, boating, and fishing, and right from your backyard. Step inside to find gorgeous upgrades throughout, including a new roof, vinyl siding, hardwood floors, updated kitchen and laundry appliances, new windows and doors, and a sleek 6-ft linear gas fireplace. The finished basement offers a bedroom, a brand-new full bathroom, a versatile bonus room, and ample storage. The spacious second-floor primary suite features a huge walk-in closet and serene lake views while the open-concept main level is perfect for gathering with family and friends. Outdoors, a composite deck, concrete patio, fire pit, 20 ft shed, updated landscaping, and a sprinkler system create an ideal entertaining space. A private boat well with a seawall accommodates your pontoon or speedboat and neighborhood beach access and parks are available through the association. An attached deep 1-car garage plus a driveway with room for at least five cars ensures plenty of parking. Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautifully updated lakefront retreat on one of Waterford's best-kept secrets :Watkins Lake! Hot tub excluded.
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$629,900
4621 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI 48328
4beds
2,174sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$647,800 Zestimate®
$290/sqft
$3,305 Estimated rent
Home value
$647,800
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Fire pitFinished basementSprinkler systemOpen-concept main levelHardwood floorsSerene lake viewsComposite deck
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Listed by:
Cathryn A Ewers 517-262-8784,
Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
Bought with:
McKenzie Cox
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25011538
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 9.00
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 9.00
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 8.00
Bathroom 3
- Level: Basement
- Area: 55
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 5.00
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 9.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 13.00
Great room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22.00 x 12.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 11.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 44
- Dimensions: 4.00 x 11.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 14.00
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 18
- Dimensions: 3.00 x 6.00
Utility room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 19.00
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Screens, Replacement, Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,780
- Total interior livable area: 2,174 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 394
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Invisible
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Channel
- Body of water: Watkins Lake
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 101 x 233 x 26 x 194
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1315378017
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Watkins Lakelands Improvement Association
HOA
- Amenities included: Baseball Diamond, Beach Area, Boat Launch
Location
- Region: Waterford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $290/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $176,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,544
- Date on market: 3/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2025 | Sold | $629,900$290/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Pending sale | $629,900$290/sqft |
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| 4/21/2025 | Contingent | $629,900$290/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,900+72.6%$290/sqft |
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| 8/16/2019 | Sold | $365,000-8.5%$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2019 | Price change | $399,000-2.4%$184/sqft |
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| 5/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $409,000+84.5%$188/sqft |
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| 8/27/2015 | Sold | $221,700$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,370 +4.2% | $206,870 +7.3% |
| 2023 | $6,114 +5.4% | $192,840 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $5,800 +0.2% | $182,930 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $5,788 | $170,270 +11.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $153,120 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $8,138 +117.4% | $141,110 +30.6% |
| 2018 | $3,742 | $108,040 |
| 2017 | -- | $108,040 +7.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $100,730 +11.7% |
| 2015 | -- | $90,210 +5.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $85,330 +7.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $79,220 -12.6% |
| 2010 | $4,363 +19.2% | $90,610 -21.3% |
| 2009 | $3,661 | $115,190 |
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Neighborhood: 48328
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