11968 Elmdale Dr, Manchester, MI, 48158
About This Home
Discover the ultimate lakeside lifestyle at this exceptional property on the vibrant shores of Pleasant Lake. Situated on a double lot with 90 feet of prime water frontage, this 193-acre all-sports lake serves as your personal playground for fishing, boating, and endless recreational activities. The highlight of the home is a living room that offers breathtaking 180-degree panoramic views, providing a front-row seat to spectacular western sunsets over the water. The exterior is perfect for enjoying the best of summer, featuring a spacious porch for savoring refreshing lake breezes. For those needing extra storage or a dedicated workspace, the detached 20'X28' garage provides ample room for lake equipment, vehicles, or a custom workshop. Inside, the home presents a rare opportunity, serving as a blank canvas, the interior is ready to be transformed into your dream lakeside retreat, complete with a roomy loft that offers an ideal flex space for your specific needs. This property is equipped with an existing well, and an updated septic system has already been designed with preliminary approval from the Washtenaw County Health Department, streamlining your renovation process. Perfectly positioned for convenience, you are located under 20 minutes from Chelsea, less than 15 minutes from Ann Arbor, and under 40 minutes from Jackson. Bring your vision and creativity to this incredible waterfront location and create the lakeside paradise you've always imagined.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Aluminum Siding,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-In Electric Oven
- Laundry features: None
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Laminate
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating
- Heating features: Space Heater
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 836
- Total interior livable area: 836 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: N1421160006
- Zoning description: Residential
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Other
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Waterbody name: Pleasant Lake
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 90 x 120
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Washtenaw County and Michigan
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,259 | $15,108 |
| Home Insurance * | $91 | $1,092 |
| Property Taxes | $302 | $3,624 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $1,840 | $22,080 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Price change | $225,000 |
| 2026-06-11 | Listed for sale | $249,000 |
| 2022-10-07 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-05-19 | Listed for sale | $280,000 |
| 2017-10-26 | Sold | $40,000 |
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