Step back in time with this extraordinary turn-of-the-century gem, originally the first courthouse of Otsego County. This historic property, rich in heritage and charm, is now available for the first time in years—a rare opportunity to bring your vision to life. Once serving as Otsego County’s original seat and courthouse, this remarkable building later became Reid's Inn, then the Poplar Inn, and most recently, the Otsego Lake Inn. Today, it stands as a private home, beloved for hosting reunions, receptions, and intimate gatherings. Boasting seven bedrooms several of which have access to the second floor enclosed sleeping porch, and four well-appointed bathrooms. This expansive home also features a grand game room known as the Saloon, a formal dining room that comfortably seats 16, and a stately reception parlor. The kitchen, complete with a pantry, is designed for hosting in style, while the multiple porches and verandas invite you to relax and soak in the surroundings. The outdoor space is equally enchanting, with a full-sized hot tub perfect for stargazing and viewing the northern lights, as well as an outdoor shower area. Located just three blocks from the picturesque Otsego State Park, this property is ideally situated near the Iron-Belle biking trail and the main Otsego snowmobile trail, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. In the warmer months, explore the Golf Mecca with over thirty courses nearby, and in winter, enjoy the area’s premier skiing—both downhill and cross-country—where Mother Nature provides the best snow in the lower peninsula. This remarkable home, sitting on just under half an acre, includes an additional 1.23-acre wooded parcel, offering even more potential for expansion or privacy. Zoned R-2, the property provides a myriad of possibilities for future use. Some furniture and antiques may be included in the sale, allowing you to preserve the historic charm and character that defines this unbelievable offering.
For sale
$575,000
7441 First Court Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735
7beds
5,086sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1874
1.7 Acres Lot
$527,200 Zestimate®
$113/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full-sized hot tubMultiple porches and verandasOutdoor shower areaFour well-appointed bathroomsEnclosed sleeping porchFormal dining roomSeven bedrooms
- 310 days |
- 502 |
- 19 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Kamrow 231-633-1796,
Keller Williams, Home 248-626-2100
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1938135
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 660
- Dimensions: 33 x 20
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 577.5
- Dimensions: 35 x 16.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 825
- Dimensions: 33 x 25
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Breakfast Nook, Mud Room, Den/Study, Drywall, Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Michigan Basement
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,086
- Total interior livable area: 5,086 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,086
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Stone, Gravel, Dirt, Private
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Covered Entrance, None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Screened
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Garden
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, All Sports, Near Pub.Access w/in 500'
Lot
- Size: 1.7 Acres
- Features: Level, Sloped, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 09141001200600/00800
- Zoning description: Residential,Commercial
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Lodge
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1874
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake Privileges, None
- Subdivision: Otsego Lake Village
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Gaylord
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $113/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $63,130
- Annual tax amount: $1,373
- Price range: $575K - $575K
- Date on market: 8/30/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 310 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,Land Contract/PMM
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$527,200
$501,000 - $554,000
$3,168/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000-4.2%$113/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1938135 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listing removed | $599,900$118/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1930695 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900$118/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1930695 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Listing removed | $599,900$118/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1926936 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2024 | Price change | $599,900-7.7%$118/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1926936 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $649,900-3.6%$128/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1926936 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NGLRMLS #1917024 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2023 | Price change | $674,500-3.6%$133/sqft |
Source:  Northern Michigan MLS #472326 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2023 | Price change | $699,500-6.7%$138/sqft |
Source: Northern Michigan MLS #472326 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Price change | $749,500-6.3%$147/sqft |
Source: Northern Michigan MLS #472326 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $799,500$157/sqft |
Source: Northern Michigan MLS #472326 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $138,600 +5.6% |
| 2024 | -- | $131,300 +2.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $127,900 +21.8% |
| 2022 | $1,120 -11.1% | $105,000 +0.7% |
| 2021 | $1,260 +0.4% | $104,300 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $1,255 +6.3% | $103,400 +20.9% |
| 2018 | $1,181 | $85,500 +0.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $85,400 -0.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $85,600 +16.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $73,500 -3.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $76,200 -1.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $77,300 -6.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $82,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49735
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Gaylord Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 6.8 mi
- 6/10Gaylord Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.8 mi
- 7/10Gaylord High School/Voc. Bldg.Grades: 9-12Distance: 8.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Gaylord Community Schools
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- Michigan
- Otsego County
- Gaylord
- 49735
- 7441 First Court Ave
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