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    • $849,900

    3845 Dorothy Ln, Waterford, MI 48329

    4beds
    3,700sqft
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    $5,729/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $821,200 Zestimate®
    $230/sqft
    $8/mo HOA

    What's special

    Architecturally Distinctive Lakefront Retreat with Unparalleled Sunset Views. A truly special offering on All Sports Maceday Lake, this 3-level residence blends Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired design with classic Cape Cod character, exceptional lake views, and 80 feet of private water frontage. Thoughtfully renovated and meticulously maintained, the home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 kitchens, and a study with remarkable flexibility for entertaining or multigenerational living. The main level features a generous primary suite with WIC, private laundry, dedicated study, expansive living room, double-sided wood-burning fireplace, sophisticated kitchen, custom woodwork, and hardwood details reclaimed from Clarkson Baptist Church. The kitchen showcases Sub-Zero and Viking appliances. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, a renovated full bath (2017), lofted hallway, and reading nook. The walkout lower level functions as a private apartment-style retreat with second full kitchen, 3rd full bath (2012), large living space, endless storage and walkouts. Outside, a spectacular 16' x 20' screened porch, cantilevered over the lake, captures panoramic water and sunset views. The grounds include a private sandy beach extending approximately 40 feet into the water, lakeside patio, mature landscaping, fenced yard, and updated 2021 riprap seawall. A water-level boathouse, expansive garage with attic storage, and garden shed provide exceptional utility. Included lake equipment features the dock, ladder, 4,000-lb boat lift with cover, raft, Jon boat with 6 HP motor, canoe, kayak, and rack. Notable updates include 2022 street-side shingle roof, 2012 top-level roof, 2019 boiler, 2021 water heater, 2017 whole-house water treatment, 2013 radon mitigation, central AC, 200-amp electrical service with generator hookup, and 1995 Andersen/Pella windows + 6 skylights. Interior paint refreshed 2026. A rare combination of architecture, privacy, sandy beach, sunset views, and exceptional lake amenities.
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    Listed by:

    Katherine Nolff 248-909-9401,

    The Brokerage Real Estate Enthusiasts 248-297-5551

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261063273MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 266
      • Dimensions: 19 X 14
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 10 X 21
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 14 X 12
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 117
      • Dimensions: 9 X 13
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 180
      • Dimensions: 15 X 12
      Other
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 56
      • Dimensions: 7 X 8
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 56
      • Dimensions: 7 X 8
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 126
      • Dimensions: 14 X 9
      Dining room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 247
      • Dimensions: 13 X 19
      Family room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 546
      • Dimensions: 26 X 21
      Great room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 442
      • Dimensions: 17 X 26
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 280
      • Dimensions: 14 X 20
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 198
      • Dimensions: 11 X 18
      Laundry
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 45
      • Dimensions: 9 X 5
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 77
      • Dimensions: 11 X 7
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 11 X 13
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fans, Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • High Speed Internet, Programmable Thermostat
      • Windows: Egress Windows
      • Basement: Finished,Full,Walk Out Access
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Dining Room, Double Sided, Great Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 3,700 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,700
      • Finished area below ground: 1,000

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Two Car Garage, Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Electricityin Garage, Garage Faces Front, Side Entrance, Workshop In Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One And One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Chimney Caps, Lighting
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Fencing Allowed
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: All Sports Lake, Boat Facilities, Direct Water Frontage, Dock Facilities, Seawall, Waterfront
      • Body of water: Maceday Lake
      Lot
      • Size: 0.46 Acres
      • Dimensions: 80 x 250
      • Features: Water View, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Gazebo, Outbuildings Allowed, Sheds, Sheds Allowed
      • Parcel number: 1306426007
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Cedar
      • Foundation: Basement, Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1947
      • Major remodel year: 1995

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Above Ground Utilities

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
      • Subdivision: MOUNTAIN VIEW PARK
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $100 annually
      Location
      • Region: Waterford

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $230/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $210,610
      • Annual tax amount: $8,142
      • Date on market: 8/14/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 3 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

        Estimated market value

        $821,200

        $780,000 - $862,000

        $3,271/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/14/2026Listed for sale$849,900+115.2%$230/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261063273 Report a problem
        11/10/2010Sold$395,000-7.1%$107/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/24/2010Listed for sale$425,000$115/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 TODAY-BLMFLD HILLS #210085084 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,518 +5.9%$315,480 +1.7%
        2024$7,097 +4.7%$310,290 +9.4%
        2023$6,782 +5.5%$283,680 +17.3%
        2022$6,430 +0.3%$241,750 +1.7%
        2021$6,412 $237,700 +0.1%
        2020-- $237,570 +6.2%
        2019$6,232 +9.7%$223,670 +0.8%
        2018$5,679 $221,920
        2017-- $221,920 +5.9%
        2016-- $209,620 +10.2%
        2015-- $190,190 +7.6%
        2014-- $176,790 +15.3%
        2011-- $153,290 -11.4%
        2010$4,846 +7.7%$173,110 -21.1%
        2009$4,501 $219,310
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        Neighborhood: 48329

        Getting around

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        14 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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