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#201834791, William R Blaker, Listing Office: BLAKER REALTY
$1,850,000 List price
1197 Big Lake Rd Gaylord, MI 49773
$10,000
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6 beds
5 full, 2 partial
7,600 sqft
$243 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1197 Big Lake Rd
Those that know Big Lake treasure it for its depth and clean clear water. Big Lake is a full recreational lake with good fishing. Located just a short drive to Gaylord, skiing and the golf scene. This spacious home is located on a private quiet cove with a sandy beach. The swimming area is peaceful without boat traffic; paddle boarders will love it. The property includes nearly 6.5 acres and 320' of lake frontage. The grounds are beautiful with landscaping and manicured lawns. covered decks, entertaining open decks and private decks surround the home. Inside the home you'll find space for everyone, including 6 bedrooms, 7 baths and kitchens on both the main floor and the lower walkout. There are built in shelves and cabinets throughout, a grand dining room all with vaulted ceilings, many with knotty pine. The 3 car attached garage is sure to please as well as the 30x40 overflow building with two 8' doors and a 12' door. The driving and parking surfaces are cement.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingPropane
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Other
Size7,600 sqft
BasementYes
ParkingGarage-Attached
MLS #476600
Attached garage3 spaces
FireplaceGas Fireplace
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Trash Compactor, Washer, Other
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Cable, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Patio, Sprinkler System
- Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Garage-Attached
- Exterior: Deck, Patio, Sprinklers
- Heating: Propane
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Other
- List Price: $1,850,000
- Price/SqFt: $243
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,281
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sprinklers, Other, Paved
- Directions: M-32 East to Big Lake Road
- Living Area: 7,600 SqFt
- MLS Number: 476600
- Office Name: Kidd & Leavy Real Estate Co. LLC
- Listing Agent: Ken Ames
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $722,700 | $9,281 |
| 2022 | $638,000 | $8,757 |
| 2021 | $567,300 | $9,846 |
| 2020 | $561,100 | $- |
| 2019 | $499,100 | $- |
| 2018 | $414,800 | $- |
| 2017 | $411,300 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
South Maple Elementary School
Public District PK-3
3.8 mi
•650 E 5th St
5
North Ohio Elementary School
Public District PK-3
5.1 mi
•912 N Ohio Ave
5
Lewiston Elementary School
Public District KG-5
16.4 mi
•4580 Montmorency St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,417. Typical income of Gaylord, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
34%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Hunting
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Ram
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1197 Big Lake Rd
The listing price of 1197 Big Lake Rd property is $1,850,000.
The property 1197 Big Lake Rd is a house located in Gaylord, Michigan, 49773.
Active Listing: 1197 Big Lake Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1197 Big Lake Rd are: South Maple Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Ohio Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lewiston Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gaylord Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Gaylord Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Johannesburglewiston Elementarymiddle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Johannesburglewiston High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Vanderbilt Area School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,281 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1197 Big Lake Rd has 6 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 1197 Big Lake Rd is 7,600 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
This home is located at 1197 Big Lake Rd in Gaylord, MI and zip code 49735. Features: 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,850,000.
Gaylord, MI housing market in May 2025 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 2 sold at listed price and over 4 sold below. The number of listings in Gaylord, MI increased by 43.1% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 155 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $285,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.