Charming Lakefront Cottage on Chain of Lakes. Enjoy this fantastic setting with 60 ft of lakefront and over 300 feet of channel frontage on peaceful Lake Mead, which connects to Turner and Reibeck lakes, offering 120 acres. Relax in this three-bedroom, one-bath cottage, which blends rustic charm with modern updates. Featuring cathedral ceilings, an open floor plan, and a cozy loft. Inside, you will find custom woodwork and plenty of room to entertain. Seller has recently upgraded the electrical box/electric and added a generator hook. Outside, enjoy a quiet setting with a spacious yard, a new shed with electricity, and a quality dock for easy water access. This cottage comes with all furnishings. Come out and enjoy the summer at the lake.
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$195,000
7517 Lake Dr, Reading, MI 49274
3beds
732sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.46 Acres Lot
$212,000 Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$1,096 Estimated rent
Home value
$212,000
$201,000 - $223,000
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Three-bedroom one-bath cottageCozy loftSpacious yardQuiet settingNew shed with electricityOpen floor planCathedral ceilings
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Listed by:
PENNY NOREIKA 517-740-2008,
RE/MAX Irish Hills Realty
Bought with:
Kelsey Harmon, 6501444346
Southern Marsh Realty
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26025722
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 9.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 9.00
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 6.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 10.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00
Loft
- Level: Main
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 6.00
Recreation
- Level: Main
- Area: 171
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 9.00
Heating
- Space Heater
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 732
- Total interior livable area: 732 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Mead Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 306 x 66
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 10095001022
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Reading
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $48,406
- Annual tax amount: $2,177
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Sold | $195,000-9.3%$266/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Contingent | $215,000$294/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+41%$294/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Sold | $152,500+5.2%$208/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Pending sale | $145,000$198/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $145,000+81.3%$198/sqft |
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| 8/10/2018 | Sold | $80,000-5.8%$109/sqft |
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| 7/30/2018 | Pending sale | $84,900$116/sqft |
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| 7/2/2018 | Price change | $84,900-3%$116/sqft |
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| 6/20/2018 | Price change | $87,500-2.7%$120/sqft |
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| 6/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $89,900+60.8%$123/sqft |
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| 9/11/2006 | Sold | $55,900$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,055 +4.4% | $65,300 +20.9% |
| 2024 | $1,968 +7.4% | $54,000 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $1,833 | $51,700 +7.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $48,100 +1.5% |
| 2021 | $1,795 +2.8% | $47,400 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $1,746 +18.3% | $46,500 +16.5% |
| 2019 | $1,476 +3.9% | $39,900 +3.9% |
| 2018 | $1,421 +74% | $38,400 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $816 +126.4% | $36,000 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $361 | $35,600 |
| 2015 | $361 +3.2% | $35,600 +3.1% |
| 2013 | $349 +2.4% | $34,540 +1.4% |
| 2012 | $341 +1.7% | $34,070 +1.6% |
| 2011 | $335 +1.7% | $33,540 +1.1% |
| 2010 | $330 | $33,170 |
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Neighborhood: 49274
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