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8481 E Houghton Lake Road, Merritt, MI 49667

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$299,900

3 beds • 2 baths • 1,788 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 1,572 /mo. †

6.85% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $167.73
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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You will LOVE this beautiful fully remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home. Nestled on 5 private acres, surrounded by hundreds of acres of private land, this home offers ultimate peace and seclusion. Step inside to find new flooring throughout and a completely updated kitchen. This property is amazing inside and out. It features 3 scenic ponds - serene water features right on your property. Enjoy nature at your doorstep with abundant wildlife year-round, along with mature apple trees and 2 artesian wells...a pure, natural water source. Conveniently situated between Houghton Lake and Lake City, you'll enjoy the prime location. This one-of-a-kind retreat offers tranquility with easy access to outdoor recreation, lakes, and town amenities. Don't miss this rare opportunity! This home also features a full house generac generator with auto transfer switch. The 4 season room features a wood burning stove, as well as baseboard heat. You will love the swimming platform that's included in the purchase! This home is perfect to enjoy all 4 seasons in Michigan!
MLS# 25003278

Courtesy Of Trinity Group Real Estate
6827 Northbeech Court, Hudsonville, MI
(616) 777-7586

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Pond, Water Front
  • Appliances
    Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Ranch
  • Cooling System
    Window Unit(s) A/C
  • Exterior Type
    Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Heating System
    Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    5 Acres
  • Roof Type
    Metal

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $1,572
  • Property Taxes
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Schools

Collins Elementary School

Grades PK-6 Public School

Houghton Lake, MI 48629 10.1 miles
4441 w houghton lake dr

566 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D

School Details

Houghton Lake Jr/sr High School

Grades 7-12 Public School

Houghton Lake, MI 48629 10.3 miles
4433 w houghton lake dr

532 total students
22:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Merritt, MI 49667

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Merritt, MI 49667

This community’s employment is highest in the sales and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

81° July
Hottest Average Month
9° February
Coldest Average Month
446 Total Households in Area
0.7% Increase in population since the year 2010
21.6%
of households
have children
32 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Merritt, MI 49667

Merritt, MI 49667 has a population of 1,004 people in 446 households with a median age of 47.9 years old.

0.7%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
427
Total households as of 2010
4.5%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 47.9 years old. The smallest percentage group is 65-74 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 93%
Hispanic 3%
Other 1%
Native American <1%
Black <1%
Asian <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 93%, followed by Hispanic at 3%, Other at 1%, and Native American at <1%.

Economics
for Merritt, MI 49667

12 /sq mi
Population Density
$53,765 /yr
Median Household Income
$0
Median Sales Price
32 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 22.91% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 92%
  • Work from Home 4%
  • Walk or Bike 4%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Vacant 391 47%
Owned 381 46%
Rented 65 8%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 56%
Blue Collar 44%

Family & Education Facts
for Merritt, MI 49667

47.9 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.3
persons per
household

51.9%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 39%
Some College 24%
Associates Degree 12%
Some High School 11%
Bachelors Degree 9%
Graduate Degree 4%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 39.21% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
21.6% of households have children

Weather
for Merritt, MI 49667

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 81° F in July to a low of 9° F in February

81° July
Hottest Average Month
9° February
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
10°
27°
Feb
9°
29°
Mar
17°
39°
Apr
30°
54°
May
40°
67°
Jun
50°
76°
Jul
54°
81°
Aug
52°
78°
Sep
45°
70°
Oct
36°
58°
Nov
27°
42°
Dec
16°
31°

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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