Kalkaska Homes under $500,000

Kalkaska Homes under $500,000

Welcome to the charming Kalkaska School District, nestled in the heart of Kalkaska County, Michigan. This picturesque region is not only known for its breathtaking natural beauty but also for its commitment to providing quality education to its young residents. The Kalkaska School District serves a diverse community, offering a range of educational programs that cater to the unique needs of each student. With a focus on academic excellence, creativity, and character development, the district strives to prepare students for a bright future.

Families considering a move to this area will be pleased to discover that Kalkaska offers a variety of homes under $500,000. Whether you're looking for a cozy starter home, a charming cottage, or a spacious family residence, you’ll find options that suit your lifestyle and budget. The real estate market in Kalkaska is vibrant, with properties that often feature stunning views, ample outdoor space, and proximity to local amenities.

Living in Kalkaska means enjoying a tight-knit community atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and local events bring everyone together. The district is not only surrounded by beautiful lakes and forests, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, but it also boasts a rich history and a welcoming spirit that makes it an ideal place to call home.

Explore the possibilities in Kalkaska today, where quality education meets affordable living in a stunning natural setting. Your dream home awaits!

Newest Kalkaska Homes under $500,000

9498 Shively Road SE, Fife Lake
$439,900
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 20261074297 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover a distinctive lifestyle on 20 magnificent, partially wooded acres. Gorgeous hardwoods and red pines shelter this home in the front and surround the home in back. This attractive residence offers a compelling blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, with toung-and-groove knotty pine throughout, cathedral ceilings. log beams and a custom built handrail to the upper level. The heart of this home is a thoughtfully designed kitchen with stainless steel appliances. An inviting island provides a casual gathering spot. The living room is truly captivating with its soaring vaulted wood ceiling. The rich hardwood flooring and a striking log wall create an atmosphere of cozy grandeur. The master bedroom features an ensuite bath with a touch of indulgence with a jetted tub, providing a spa-like retreat. The two entry-level bedrooms offer the warmth of wood ceilings and the elegance of hardwood flooring, creating inviting spaces. A full-length front porch and 47 ft balcony-deck to the rear extends the living space outdoors, offering a charming spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The living space continues to the lower level with two additional bedrooms, a full bath, laundry room, and spacious recreational living areas, one plumbed for a kitchen, with a walk-out to a newer concrete pad outdoors. The lower level bath needs finishing touches along with one bedroom. Just a short distance from the home you'll find a pole barn-garage with newer windows, a newer garage door, concrete floor, electricity and a workshop area. Additionally, there is a wood burner with a cord of wood available to heat either the pole barn/workshop or home, if you prefer. For your animals, there is a 24x30 horse barn with 2 stalls, hay loft, electricity, concrete floor and a cleared area for pasture. A 12x8 chicken coop and one additional 14x16 animal barn completes this oasis. This home is an invitation to embrace a life of comfort and unique style; schedule your private viewing today.

9498 Shively Road SE, Fife Lake
1180 E Trail SE, Kalkaska
$196,500
26049371 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Escape to the Northwoods with this completely wooded 5± acre property in beautiful Kalkaska County! Offering a secluded setting surrounded by woods, yet conveniently located just minutes from Kalkaska and Fife Lake and within easy reach of Traverse City, this property is the perfect basecamp for enjoying everything Northern Michigan has to offer. The centerpiece is an impressive 40x80 pole barn featuring 14-foot sidewalls, a 12-foot overhead door, 110/220 power, spray-foam insulation, and a pellet stove. The building is fully finished, heated, and offers incredible space for storing toys, equipment, vehicles, or creating the ultimate workshop. With this much room and versatility, the barn also presents an exciting opportunity for a barndominium conversion, allowing you to create a spacious living area while retaining plenty of garage or shop space. The wooded 5± acre parcel provides room to build a traditional home as well, giving you options to make the property fit your vision. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to miles of ORV and snowmobile trails, along with excellent opportunities for hiking, hunting, fishing, golfing, skiing, and more. The Manistee River is nearby, while beautiful Fife Lake is only about 10 minutes away. If you're looking for privacy, recreation, and an incredible building with endless possibilities, this property deserves a look!

1180 E Trail SE, Kalkaska
6361 Meyers NE Road, Kalkaska
$298,000
9 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 50221102 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the exceptional space and potential of this expansive 9-bedroom, 5.5-bath property in Kalkaska! Formerly an AFC home, it features a major addition and a separate downstairs apartment, offering versatile living arrangements. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer roof (2023?2024), well-maintained HVAC, and solid plumbing, electrical, and foundation. With abundant space and opportunity, this property is ready for its next chapter. Property sold AS-IS

6361 Meyers NE Road, Kalkaska
7483 Twin Lake Road NE, Mancelona
$249,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26047173 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your own slice of the country! Situated on 5.48 acres, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a peaceful rural setting with plenty of usable space for animals, gardening, equipment, hobbies, and more. The home features an open floor plan, new flooring throughout, fresh neutral paint and trim, and a full unfinished basement for storage or future possibilities. The property includes an impressive collection of outbuildings, including a 32' x 25' 3-car garage, 26' x 40' animal barn, 10' x 10' shed, 10' x 15' chicken coop, wood storage, and a workshop/well room with a stove. Approximately half wooded and half cleared, the property also features a fenced, gated area for animals. Enjoy the outdoors from the front or rear decks, with the back deck overlooking the yard and the front offering a tree-lined setting for added privacy. With a new roof in 2023, new siding, beautiful sunsets, and expansive sky views, this property offers the space and versatility you've been looking for! All information is correct to the best of our knowledge. Buyer and buyer agent to verify on their own.

7483 Twin Lake Road NE, Mancelona
8398 Central Avenue NE, Kalkaska
$23,900
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26045472 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Reasonably priced mobile home on half acre lot w/2 Stall garage. Close to Manistee Lake in recreational area.

8398 Central Avenue NE, Kalkaska
7516 Covert Road NE, Mancelona
$200,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26044511 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Up north living made easy! This newly updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a peaceful setting with plenty of room to roam, explore, garden or use as basecamp for hunting, hiking, trail riding, snowmobiling, exploring or simply enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a year-round home with acreage, a quiet Up North retreat, or a home base for all your Northern Michigan adventures, this property offers a great combination of privacy, land, recreation, and proximity to town.

7516 Covert Road NE, Mancelona
3727 Boardwalk Way NE, Mancelona
$154,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20261037171 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked away in the heart of Northern Michigan, this beautiful 6.69-acre property offers the perfect blend of privacy, peace, and outdoor adventure. Surrounded by a mix of mature trees and open land, this secluded setting backs directly to 80 acres of township land and 525 acres of Department of Natural Resources land, providing endless room to explore right from your backyard. Enjoy nearby access to Northern Michigan trails, Rainbow Lake with excellent fishing, snowmobiling, and year-round recreational activities. Despite the quiet setting, the property is conveniently located within 5 miles of both Kalkaska and Mancelona, with easy access to Grayling, Traverse City, and Gaylord. The manufactured home is structurally sound and offers great potential, with a little interior updating needed to make it your own. Flooring and cosmetic improvements will bring this home back to life while allowing you to create the perfect Up North retreat. Property features include a heated 38x40 pole barn with 220V electric, and an upgraded electrical panel with room for expansion. Fiber internet is available, along with exceptionally pure, high-quality well water. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful year-round residence, hunting camp, or the perfect second-home getaway, this property offers the true Northern Michigan lifestyle...

3727 Boardwalk Way NE, Mancelona
5960 N Trail SE, Kalkaska
$174,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20261027297 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
15.3 acres located in Kalkaska County, in the heart of Orange Township! Escape the hustle and bustle without being too remote in this freshly remodeled, turn-key, self-sufficient hunting lodge. This 1,600 sqft residence and 2,300 sqft Pole Barn are powered by solar and wind turbines. The Pole Barn features a concrete floor, water, and is insulated for storing all your toys. Enjoy the private pond and surrounding wooded area all year long. The well is a drill well and certified by the County. Close to Kalkaska, Lake City, and Traverse City and about 2 miles from the main road with two points of access. There is a landline phone and ascension services the property for wifi with a DSL Line. Aerial photos are not legally recorded or to be used as a survey. Seller owns 10 additional acres adjacent to the property and would potentially include it in the sale for an additional cost. BTVAI

5960 N Trail SE, Kalkaska
222 Chestnut Street NE, Kalkaska
$287,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20261018461 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 222 Chestnut — a beautifully updated, move-in-ready home on a large corner double lot!This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath property offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living with numerous recent upgrades and bonus structures.Step inside to find fresh paint, all new flooring, and great natural light enhanced by brand-new Velux skylights with remote shades. The comfortable living room features a wood-burning fireplace, and the 65" wall-mounted TV stays with the home. The kitchen comes fully equipped with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, and the washer and dryer are also included. Bedroom furniture and beds may stay as well, making this truly move-in ready.Outside, enjoy a covered back deck, a front wood porch, and a fully fenced 5-ft yard—ideal for kids, pets, or private outdoor entertaining. The property includes a 2-car garage, a steel garage (16x24), and two wood sheds (9x12 and 9x10), offering ample storage, workshop space, or hobby areas. BATVAIYou’ll also appreciate the peace of mind of brand-new dimensional shingle roofs on the house, garage, and both sheds. The home is serviced by natural gas, city water, and sewer, and is set on a solid block crawl space.

222 Chestnut Street NE, Kalkaska
6765 Birch NE Drive, Mancelona
$350,000
5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50183958 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Back On The Market. Buyers loss , Your Gain. Lakefront Living at Its Finest – 5BR Home on Indian Lake. Welcome to your own peaceful paradise! Nestled at the end of a quiet drive, this stunning 2,576 sq ft year-round home offers 109 feet of private frontage on Indian Lake — a serene, 70-acre no-wake lake perfect for pontooning, kayaking, and fishing. Step inside this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home and take in the gorgeous lake views from nearly every room. The main level features a walk-out to an expansive deck — ideal for outdoor dining, relaxing, or entertaining — with stairs leading down to your backyard. The lower level offers a second walk-out to a covered patio, providing a perfect shady retreat on warm summer days. Enjoy direct access to your private dock and soak in the beauty of lakeside living year-round. The property also includes a detached 2-car garage and a paved driveway for added convenience. Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck at sunrise or winding down with a quiet paddle around the lake, this home offers the perfect blend of tranquility and comfort. Don’t miss the chance to own a slice of lakeside serenity.

6765 Birch NE Drive, Mancelona
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