“Where Art, Story, and Lake Michigan Meet” There’s a certain magic to this Lake Michigan cottage with 150' of waterfront, a feeling that sweeps over you the moment you arrive. Set along the quiet shores of Norwood, just south of ‘Charlevoix the Beautiful,’ this home was lovingly designed by a French literature professor and a famed local architect who dreamed of recreating the charm of the French countryside right here in Northern Michigan. Inside, a Swedish wood-burning stove glows on cool evenings, wood and tile floors whisper with history, and wide decks open to endless views of Grand Traverse Bay and the distant Leelanau Peninsula. An outdoor fireplace invites long conversations under the stars, while the timeless stucco exterior, freshly painted, completes the old-world charm. Though steeped in story and character, this 2x6 framed home has been thoughtfully refreshed with a geothermal heat pump, handcrafted Old Mission windows, Ayers Basement Systems , and a new well pump—ensuring that its beauty endures for generations. This is more than a home—it’s a retreat for dreamers, artists, and anyone who longs for a life woven with poetry, nostalgia, and the rhythm of the lake." Offered Turn-key, move right in and start making memories.
For sale
$799,900
11838 Lake Shore Dr, Charlevoix, MI 49720
2beds
1,750sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1984
1.66 Acres Lot
$770,600 Zestimate®
$457/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outdoor fireplaceQuiet shores of norwoodTimeless stucco exteriorSwedish wood-burning stoveWood and tile floors
- 103 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 11, 2025 at 01:08pm
Listed by:
Laurie Hodack,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt - Boyne City 231-582-6554
Source: Northern Michigan MLS,MLS#: 477598
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 228.14
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 18.7
Bedroom
- Area: 326.6
- Dimensions: 14.2 x 23
Dining room
- Area: 173.89
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 17.2
Kitchen
- Area: 80.8
- Dimensions: 8 x 10.1
Living room
- Area: 444.47
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 26.3
Heating
- Geothermal, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 1.66 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 050110300410
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Wood Frame/Site Built
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charlevoix
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $457/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $604,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,828
- Date on market: 8/28/2025
Estimated market value
$770,600
$732,000 - $809,000
$2,289/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,900+190.9%$457/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/3/2013 | Sold | $275,000-5.2%$157/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2013 | Price change | $290,000-7.9%$166/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #434865 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2012 | Listed for sale | $315,000$180/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #434865 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,828 +8.3% | $302,000 +28.2% |
| 2024 | $7,226 +5.8% | $235,600 +32.9% |
| 2023 | $6,832 | $177,300 +1.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,696/mo
Principal & interest
$3809
Property taxes
$607
Home insurance
$280
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49720
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Charlevoix Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 9.6 mi
- 8/10Charlevoix High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 7.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Charlevoix
Source: Northern Michigan MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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