You will love this charming and inviting home located close to the shores of Lake Superior and Lake Independence. One of the many great features of this cozy home is the large, inviting living room which features a stone wood burning fireplace, stylish pine beam style ceiling and an abundance of natural light. The kitchen and dining area are combined to offer a roomy gathering space along with plenty of cabinets, a fridge and newer stove and microwave. One of the highlights of this area is the beautiful, custom made, gleaming wood bar with bar stool seating. Another highlight is the access via a sliding glass door to the fabulous outdoor space with a brand new deck overlooking the private backyard. on the main floor you'll find a full bathroom, two bedrooms with the larger primary bedroom offering an updated (2019) half bath and two large closets. Flooring in the bedrooms is parquet and the two main floor bathrooms are tiled. This home also offers a full basement with the convenience of a third bathroom, a wonderful wood burning sauna for those cold winter nights and a possible third bedroom. Here you'll find the updated furnace (2019) and washer and dryer. There is also direct access to the backyard via a side door. Other amenities you're sure to appreciate: Roomy breezeway which leads to both the kitchen, the basement and the garage, a metal roof, corner lot, attached garage w/ door opener and close proximity to town. You will also find yourself just steps from the popular Thunder Bay restaurant! Currently being run as a VRBO, this could be the perfect home you've been searching for!
Closed
$199,000
100 Balke Ave, Big Bay, MI 49808
2beds
1,352sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.39 Acres Lot
$245,200 Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$2,285 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 06, 2023 at 10:32am
Listed by:
TAMMY BEWARD 906-361-8481,
COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT REALTORS 906-225-5992
Bought with:
GINA FELTNER BOUWS, 297275
RE/MAX 1ST REALTY
Source: Upper Peninsula AOR,MLS#: 50115527
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Humidifier, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Spa/Sauna, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Block,Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,420
- Total interior livable area: 1,352 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,210
- Finished area below ground: 142
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Spaces, Attached, Electric in Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 116
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Dimensions: 116 x 138
- Features: Corner Lot, Walk to School, Wooded, City Lot
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 521116600500
- Zoning: TD Town Development
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Other-See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Other
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable/Internet Avail., Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected, Propane Tank Leased, Internet DSL Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Big Bay
- Subdivision: Big Bay
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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