AN EXTRAORDINARY 140 FT OF WATERFRONT SANCTUARY ON WATKINS LAKE! Truly a one-of-a-kind property where architectural character, natural beauty, and botanical history come together on 0.78 acres of remarkable lakefront grounds. A breathtaking collection of rare trees, specimen plantings, and lush gardens surrounds 3 lake-fed waterfalls, meandering streams, charming footbridges and winding pathways, creating an enchanting private retreat unlike anything else.
Among the property's most extraordinary treasures are 2 original Dawn redwood trees, reportedly grown from seeds originating in China and planted as part of an exceptionally limited introduction to Michigan 1950s. Additional botanical highlights include majestic bald cypress, magnolias, birch trees, and an extensive collection of distinctive plantings.
The residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and an amazing great room featuring walls of windows overlooking Watkins Lake, beautiful Bruce hardwood flooring and a natural wood-burning fireplace. The main level also features a remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, shaker style cabinets and corian countertops, 2 bedrooms, an office, a dining room, a spacious remodeled full bath, and convenient first-floor laundry.
The upper level provides exceptional flexibility with a private bedroom, deep walk in closet, full bath, sitting room w/ lake views, kitchen area with hookups for an electric stove and refrigerator—ideal for extended family, guests, or a private retreat.
Thoughtful improvements include an encapsulated crawl space with a 25-year warranty with 3 sump pumps (2015), French drain (2017), completely rewired electrical (2023), roof (2010), windows and siding (2012), forced-air furnace (2016), central air (2018), and a new on-demand tankless water heater (2026).
More than a waterfront residence, this is a living botanical treasure—an irreplaceable setting offering tranquility, natural wonder, and an extraordinary connection to Watkins Lake.
For sale
$699,000
3816 Covert Rd, Waterford, MI 48328
3beds
2,452sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 12 days
- 1,292
- 83
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lysa Kowalik 313-460-6882,
RE/MAX Classic 734-459-1234
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261085639
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 392
- Dimensions: 28 X 14
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10 X 5
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Great room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 408
- Dimensions: 24 X 17
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14 X 9
Laundry
- Level: Entry
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 X 8
Library
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Sitting room
- Level: Second
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 13 X 8
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Wet Bar
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,452 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,452
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached, Direct Access, Driveway, Electricityin Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Side Entrance
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Invisible
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: All Sports Lake, Lake Front, Waterfront
- Body of water: Watkins Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 135 x 276 x 308 x 141
- Features: Irregular Lot, Water View, North Windbreaks, Native Plants, South West Shading, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Sheds
- Parcel number: 1314352018
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Drainage System, Sealed Foundation, Sump Pump
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: COVERTDALE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waterford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $285/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $289,580
- Annual tax amount: $11,143
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+232.9%$285/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20261085639 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2009 | Sold | $210,000-26.3%$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2008 | Listing removed | $285,000$116/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28103496 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2008 | Price change | $285,000-9.5%$116/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28103496 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2008 | Price change | $315,000-10%$128/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28103496 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2008 | Listed for sale | $349,900-12.1%$143/sqft |
Source: NCI #28103496 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2008 | Listing removed | $398,000$162/sqft |
Source: Listhub #30601033 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2008 | Listed for sale | $398,000$162/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,472 +5.6% | $328,080 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $9,912 +4.6% | $317,250 +5.2% |
| 2023 | $9,479 +5.6% | $301,570 +3.9% |
| 2022 | $8,980 +0.4% | $290,380 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $8,947 | $269,960 +8.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $249,200 +4.4% |
| 2019 | $8,770 +9.4% | $238,720 -5.3% |
| 2018 | $8,015 | $252,080 |
| 2017 | -- | $252,080 +2.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $244,950 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $224,580 +5.4% |
| 2014 | -- | $213,130 +2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $207,410 -14.6% |
| 2010 | $7,950 +38.5% | $242,910 -20.4% |
| 2009 | $5,739 | $305,320 |
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