Peace, tranquility, and northern Michigan charm await in this beautiful log home nestled on a private 5-acre wooded lot. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,600 square feet of inviting living space, this property offers the perfect balance of a secluded cabin retreat with modern comforts. Enjoy your morning coffee on the charming front porch while watching local wildlife pass through the mature trees. Located just off the beaten path, you are only minutes away from the pristine waters of Torch Lake, as well as the nearby communities of Bellaire, Kalkaska, and a convenient drive into Traverse City. Whether you are looking for a year-round residence or a peaceful up-north getaway, this stunning property is ready for its next chapter.
For sale
$329,900
8088 Smith Rd, Alden, MI 49612
4beds
2,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
5 Acres Lot
$322,300 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful log homeMature treesCharming front porch
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Garrow 231-322-6000,
Bayside Real Estate 231-322-6000
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1952214
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 97.75
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 82.72
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.8
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 183.15
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 16.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 142.5
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 11.4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 381.15
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 23.1
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Freezer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Solid Surface Counters, Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,600
- Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,400
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Heated Garage, Concrete Floors, Pole Construction, Stone, Gravel, Dirt
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Multi-Level Decking, Patio, Covered, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 334 x 626 x 334 x 624
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 01160008000
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish, Dish TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Full Log
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Alden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $99,042
- Annual tax amount: $4,562
- Price range: $329.9K - $329.9K
- Date on market: 11/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt
Estimated market value
$322,300
$306,000 - $338,000
$2,226/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,900+65%$127/sqft |
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| 3/3/2020 | Sold | $199,999$77/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Sold | $199,999$77/sqft |
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| 8/16/2019 | Price change | $199,999-12.7%$77/sqft |
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| 7/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $229,000+76.2%$88/sqft |
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| 6/12/2013 | Sold | $130,000+62.7%$50/sqft |
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| 11/18/2009 | Sold | $79,900-19.7%$31/sqft |
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| 4/10/2008 | Sold | $99,482$38/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,562 +1.9% | $125,800 -1.5% |
| 2024 | $4,477 +6.2% | $127,700 +13.5% |
| 2023 | $4,217 +5% | $112,500 +16.9% |
| 2022 | $4,016 | $96,200 +11.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $86,500 +6.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $81,000 -1.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $82,300 +20.1% |
| 2018 | -- | $68,500 -2.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $70,300 +21.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $57,700 -1.4% |
| 2014 | -- | $58,500 +17.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $49,600 +9% |
| 2012 | -- | $45,500 -21.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $57,800 |
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Neighborhood: 49612
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Kalkaska Public Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






