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3551 W Otsego Lake Dr, Gaylord, MI, 49735

7beds
4baths
3,169sqft
$895,000
$282price/sqft
$6,517/moest. monthly cost
$260,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

Endless possibilities for this unique, multifamily property on Otsego Lake! 4 cottages with excellent short- and long-term rental history, 150' of beautiful, sandy Otsego Lake frontage and 2.4 acres of prime property. Only a handful of lots this size still exist on Otsego Lake. Two cottages were built in 2015, Two renovated. Shared 20x20 garage for storage, private water system, newer pump-back septic system upgraded in 2015. The lot size gives you the option of adding additional cottages or a larger residence. There is also room for a large outbuilding, which could be divided for separate storage. Great return on investment as-is, or expand for even higher potential. Schedule showings through MLS# 201839826.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10
Gaylord Middle SchoolGrades 7-83.2 mi
7/10

Construction

Materials

  • Foundation: Crawl

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cabin
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Microwave,Dishwasher
  • Laundry features: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 4

Features

  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Door features: Doorwall
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Finished area above ground: 3,169

Heating

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,169
  • Total interior livable area: 3,169 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 01002040010000
  • Zoning: RR

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Sprinkler System
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterbody name: Otsego Lake
  • Frontage type: All-Sport

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.40 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 2.4 acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Garage
  • Has garage: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Cold Wave
Hail
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Otsego County and Michigan

Severe Ice Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,525$54,300
Home Insurance *$451$5,412
Property Taxes $1,196$14,352
Electricity $345$4,147
Total$6,517$78,204
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$223,440/yr
40% on housing$195,510/yr
45% on housing$173,786/yr

Michigan FAIR Plan Programs

Michigan Basic Property Insurance Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 15,981Commercial: 293
Total Premiums$13.85M
Total Exposure$2.60B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.0%
5.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.8%
-2.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$282This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 49735$225
Otsego County$201

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 49735
Otsego County$131

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-04Listed for sale$895,000
2026-02-04Listing removed$995,000
2025-08-15Listed for sale$995,000
2025-08-14Listing removed$1,200,000
2024-08-15Listed for sale$1,200,000
2024-08-10Listing removed--
2024-06-25Price change$1,200,000
2023-08-10Listed for sale$1,300,000
2021-04-21Sold$320,000
2015-06-01Sold$320,000
2014-07-31Price change$369,900
2014-04-29Listed for sale$389,000
2013-10-21Listing removed$389,900
2013-05-22Price change$389,900
2013-05-19Listed for sale$379,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentRyan Wojan
Brokeragesmith realty GROUP

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