Nestled on 5 private acres just outside Alden, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and northern Michigan recreation. Surrounded by beautiful hardwoods and accented with mature lilac bushes, the landscaped property provides a peaceful rural setting with room to relax and enjoy nature. Inside, the one-story Ranch features easy-maintenance vinyl flooring throughout, warm knotty pine accents, and a cozy wood stove that adds rustic charm and ambiance. Enjoy efficient hot water/uniform heat, a durable metal roof, vinyl siding, and the security of a whole-house generator for year-round peace of mind. Step outside to the covered porch, spacious deck, and inviting fire pit area—perfect for entertaining or unwinding under the stars. A 1-car attached garage and large detached pole barn offer excellent storage for vehicles, boats, outdoor gear, and workshop space. Located just minutes from Torch Lake and a public boat launch, this property is a dream for outdoor enthusiasts, with easy access to boating, fishing, hiking and year-round recreation. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or recreational retreat, this well-maintained property delivers easy living in a highly desirable location. The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is not guaranteed or warranted. All information should be independently verified.
For sale
$349,900
8134 Ruttan Rd NW, Alden, MI 49612
2beds
1,120sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
5 Acres Lot
$332,400 Zestimate®
$312/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large detached pole barnOne-story ranchLandscaped propertyCovered porchVinyl sidingInviting fire pit areaDurable metal roof
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tia Rieck 231-620-5389,
@properties Christie's Int'l 231-642-2363
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1946341
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156.72
- Dimensions: 12 x 13.06
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 117.54
- Dimensions: 9 x 13.06
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 118.17
- Dimensions: 9.09 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 222.11
- Dimensions: 13.05 x 17.02
Heating
- Baseboard, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,120
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Concrete Floors, Concrete, Gravel, Circular Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Covered Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Covered
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 475' x 460'
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building(s)
- Parcel number: Pt of 00401201420
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Alden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $312/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $107,749
- Annual tax amount: $4,838
- Price range: $349.9K - $349.9K
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$332,400
$316,000 - $349,000
$1,994/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+70.7%$312/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2019 | Listing removed | $1,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2019 | Sold | $205,000-6.8%$183/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/12/2019 | Pending sale | $219,900$196/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1860911 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $219,900+32.5%$196/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt-402 #1860911 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2016 | Sold | $166,000+0.6%$148/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/10/2016 | Listed for sale | $165,000$147/sqft |
Source: Real Estate One - Front #1825290 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,838 +6.8% | $141,200 +17.4% |
| 2023 | $4,528 +8% | $120,300 +12.2% |
| 2022 | $4,193 | $107,200 +6.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $100,700 +11.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $90,500 -3.7% |
| 2019 | -- | $94,000 +8.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $86,900 +7.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $81,100 -0.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $81,400 +11.8% |
| 2014 | -- | $72,800 +3% |
| 2013 | -- | $70,650 -4.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $73,750 +5.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $70,050 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49612
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Rapid City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 5/10Kalkaska Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.7 mi
- 7/10Kalkaska High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Kalkaska Public Schools
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- Michigan
- Kalkaska County
- Alden
- 49612
- 8134 Ruttan Rd NW






