If there were ONE home on Big Lake to define luxurious lakefront living- THIS is the home! 8,000+ ft. masterpiece situated on 6+ acres with 320 feet of frontage on one of the most pristine lakes in northern Michigan. The main floor features 2 living spaces, 3 dining areas, 2 fireplaces, massive composite wrap around deck, and beautiful kitchen. Master en-suite has balcony access with incredible lake views. Upstairs you'll find 3 beds/3baths, an elegant library and balcony. The walkout level features 2 beds/2baths, huge rec room, full kitchen, 3rd fireplace, and a wonderful stone patio. Attached 3 stall garage/unattached 3 stall garage, geothermal heat, and brand new ($100k) steel shingled roof. Spectacular view on all levels AND landscaping is master gardener approved! Contents negotiable
Sold for $1,250,000 on 01/16/26
$1,250,000
1197 Big Lake Rd, Gaylord, MI 49735
6beds
8,426sqft
SingleFamily
Built in ----
6.14 Acres Lot
$1,250,400 Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$5,900 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,250,400
Estimated sales range
Not available
$5,900/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Smoke Detector, Vaulted Ceilings, Jet Tub, Walk - In Closet, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floor, Fireplace W / Insert, Intercom, Egress Windows, Security System, Gas Fireplace, Audio Sound System
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 8,426 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 6.14 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 03100820002001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Gaylord
Other
Other facts
- Rooms: Living Room Level: 1st
- Rooms: Dining Room Level: 1st
- Rooms: Kitchen Level: 1st
- Road: Paved, Maintained
- Heating/Air: Forced Air, Propane, Central Air
- Appliances & Equipmt: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Garage Door Opener, Central Vacuum, Cook Top
- Interior Features: Smoke Detector, Vaulted Ceilings, Jet Tub, Walk - In Closet, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floor, Fireplace W / Insert, Intercom, Egress Windows, Security System, Gas Fireplace, Audio Sound System
- Exterior Features: Landscaped, Deck, Workshop, Patio/Porch, Paved Driveways, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Extra Garage
- Construction: Frame
- Type: Residential Water
- Rooms: Bedroom 1 Level: 1st
- Rooms: Utility Room Level: 1st
- Water: Well
- Sewer: Septic
- Laundry: Main Level
- Other Rooms: Family Room, Mud Room, Den/Study, Master Suite, Formal Dining, Guest Quarters/Apt
- Rooms: Family Room Level: 1st
- Waterfront: Yes
- Rooms: Bedroom 2 Level: 2nd
- Rooms: Bedroom 3 Level: 2nd
- Rooms: Bedroom 4 Level: 2nd
- Foundation: Basement
- Frontage: Lake
- Rooms: Room 1 Level: lower
- Basment Specifics: Full-Finished
- Rooms: Room 2 Level: lower
- Township: Chester
- Lake/Rvr/Creek/Strm: Big Lake
- Exterior: Cement Siding
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $1,250,000-16.1%$148/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $1,490,000-9.7%$177/sqft |
Source:  Northern Michigan MLS #476600 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Price change | $1,650,000-10.8%$196/sqft |
Source: Northern Michigan MLS #476600 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000+55.5%$220/sqft |
Source: Northern Michigan MLS #476600 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2019 | Listing removed | $1,190,000$141/sqft |
Source: Alpine Realty Group #320492 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,015 +6.8% | $892,100 +16.2% |
| 2024 | $9,381 +6.1% | $767,700 +6.2% |
| 2023 | $8,840 +1.9% | $722,700 +13.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49735
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10South Maple Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 3.8 mi
- 6/10Gaylord Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 7/10Gaylord High School/Voc. Bldg.Grades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Gaylord
Source: The 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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