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7636 Crystal Beach Rd NW, Rapid City, MI, 49676

3beds
2baths
1,660sqft
$1,850,000
$1,114price/sqft
$11,998/moest. monthly cost
$479,920/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to your Torch Lake Sandbar getaway, where golden sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise water, and unforgettable lake days await! This 3BR, 1.5BA waterfront home offers 66 feet of prime sandy Torch Lake frontage. The beautiful north-facing lake views and a shallow sandy entry perfect for swimming and family beach days. Located just east of the Torch River Bridge and walk out distant from the famous Torch Lake Sandbar, this property offers easy access to one of Northern Michigan’s most sought-after destinations and the incredible Chain of Lakes lifestyle. Enjoy your private golden beach, with bonfires, sunsets, and endless days on the water. The dock is included for easy boating access. Inside, the home offers a warm and inviting layout with gorgeous original wood floors throughout the main living areas and bedrooms. The living room and dining area provide comfortable spaces for gathering, while the heated all-season room offers a spectacular lake view and additional living space perfect for morning coffee, working from home, or enjoying rainy afternoons while still taking in the beauty of Torch Lake. The three bedrooms and updated full bath are thoughtfully separated down the hall from the main living spaces. Upstairs provides additional potential with open unfinished space, a half bath, and laundry area with washer and dryer. Additional features include a proven short-term rental history, paved driveway for easy parking, and south-facing solar panels that help offset energy costs, with recent electric bills are extremely low. Whether you’re searching for a year-round residence, vacation retreat, or waterfront investment, this Torch Lake property offers the location, lifestyle, and memories that make Northern Michigan so special.

Getting Around

17
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
32
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

1/10
5/10
Kalkaska Middle SchoolGrades 6-810.1 mi
7/10
Kalkaska High SchoolGrades 9-1210.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1935

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Upper Level

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 116

Bedroom3

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 116

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 224

Features

  • Walk-In Closet(s),Pantry,Solid Surface Counters,Cable TV,DSL,WiFi
  • Flooring: Wood,Vinyl
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,660

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,660
  • Total interior livable area: 1,660 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 160

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 308

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Shared

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Accessible Full Bath

Details

  • Parcel number: 00445000600
  • Zoning description: Residential,Rental History

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Exterior features: Sprinkler System,Sidewalk,Dock
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water
  • Water view: Water
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Inland Lake,All Sports,Sandy Bottom,Sandy Shoreline
  • Waterbody name: Torch Lake
  • Frontage type: Waterfront
  • Frontage length: 66

Lot

  • Lot size: 5,227 sqft
  • Features: Level,Metes and Bounds
  • Lot size dimensions: 66 x 77

Parking

  • Parking features: None,Concrete,Private

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

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters in Kalkaska 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 $9,354$112,248
Home Insurance *$976$11,712
Property Taxes $1,480$17,760
Electricity $188$2,259
Total$11,998$143,976
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$411,360/yr
40% on housing$359,940/yr
45% on housing$319,946/yr

Michigan FAIR Plan Programs

Michigan Basic Property Insurance Association

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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: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.3%
3.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$1,114This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 49676$392
Kalkaska County$225

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 49676$206
Kalkaska County$180

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
2026-07-09Listed for sale$1,850,000
2025-12-16Listing removed$2,000
2025-10-07Listed for rent$2,000
2025-08-29Listing removed$2,000
2025-07-11Price change$2,000
2025-07-08Listed for rent$3,000
2024-01-01Listing removed--
2023-10-25Price change$2,000
2023-10-11Listed for rent$3,000
2019-11-05Sold$489,900
2019-07-04Listed for sale$499,000
2018-03-14Listing removed$479,900
2017-10-10Listed for sale$479,900
2016-07-06Listing removed$399,000
2016-07-01Sold$372,000
2015-07-29Price change$399,000
2015-06-13Listed for sale$425,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSarah Burlingame
BrokerageUp North Properties

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