Welcome to 6138 Murray Rd. Nestled on the peninsula between the sparkling waters of White Lake and Lake Michigan, this historic Sylvan Beach cottage is a rare find. Built in 1936, this year-round residence has been thoughtfully updated while retaining the charm and character of a distant era. With 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, a sleeping porch, luxurious kitchen with high-end appliances, convenient main floor laundry, coffee bar, an art studio, a spacious wrap-around screened-in porch, and lake views from every room you'll have plenty of space to entertain family and friends. Outside you'll be fully immersed in the beauty of the lakeside setting which sprawls over 2.5 lots and 125 ft of White Lake waterfront with lavish landscaping, relaxing patio, and 2-car garage. Don't wait. See it today!
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$1,599,000
6138 Murray Rd, Whitehall, MI 49461
5beds
2,987sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
0.38 Acres Lot
$1,671,600 Zestimate®
$535/sqft
$3,027 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,671,600
$1.45M - $1.92M
$3,027/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 24, 2025 at 07:00am
Listed by:
Kim Nelson 231-740-6745,
Greenridge Realty White Lake
Bought with:
Katherine Stein, 6506049103
Keller Williams GR East
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 24044807
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 201.64
- Dimensions: 14.20 x 14.20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 136.77
- Dimensions: 9.70 x 14.10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 170.79
- Dimensions: 14.80 x 11.54
Bedroom 4
- Description: En-Suite
- Level: Upper
- Area: 179.08
- Dimensions: 14.80 x 12.10
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 188.86
- Dimensions: 13.30 x 14.20
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 73.72
- Dimensions: 9.70 x 7.60
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 51.59
- Dimensions: 7.70 x 6.70
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 53.2
- Dimensions: 7.60 x 7.00
Bathroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 30.4
- Dimensions: 7.60 x 4.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 191.8
- Dimensions: 13.70 x 14.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 158.27
- Dimensions: 13.30 x 11.90
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 75.46
- Dimensions: 7.70 x 9.80
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 258.03
- Dimensions: 18.30 x 14.10
Other
- Description: Art Studio
- Level: Main
- Area: 137.2
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 9.80
Other
- Description: Library
- Level: Main
- Area: 163.19
- Dimensions: 15.11 x 10.80
Other
- Description: Sleeping Porch
- Level: Upper
- Area: 212.66
- Dimensions: 21.70 x 9.80
Other
- Description: Storage Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 223.26
- Dimensions: 18.30 x 12.20
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows, Screens, Replacement, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,987
- Total interior livable area: 2,987 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Scrn Porch
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: White Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 125 x 125
- Features: Level, Sidewalk, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 06578001000162
- Zoning description: ILD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Whitehall
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,250 semi-annually
- Amenities included: Beach Area, Clubhouse, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Trash, Maintenance Grounds
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $1,599,000$535/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #24044807 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2024 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$535/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #24044807 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+117.6%$535/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #24044807 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2016 | Sold | $735,000-3.3%$246/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2016 | Pending sale | $760,000$254/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX by the Water #16026294 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,067 +2.8% | $498,800 +13.6% |
| 2024 | $17,577 +0.6% | $439,100 +7.8% |
| 2023 | $17,465 | $407,500 +11.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49461
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAShoreline Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 4.2 mi
- 5/10Whitehall Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10Whitehall Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
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