$1,602

closing credit¹

6521 S Forest Lake Dr Alger, MI 48610

$134,900
2 beds
1 full
1,073 sqft
0.7 acres
$126 / sqft
House

Property details

About 6521 S Forest Lake Dr

Welcome to your Up North cottage or full-time residence on almost 3/4 of an acre! This 2 bed, 1 bath home features an open kitchen leading to the spacious living room, dining area/den/office space, main floor laundry, and an attached 2-car garage. Outside, there is a deck overlooking the large backyard, space for campfires, and a shed. The unique location with the 2 additional wooded lots behind the home offers 183 feet of frontage on Whitetail Drive; this could be a great place for a second garage or pole barn. Updates include electric panel in 2024, garage door opener in 2024, well and Generac Generator approx. 5 years ago, and septic tank and drain field approx. 8 years ago. Enjoy all that the Forest Lake Community has to offer including a clubhouse, beach, pavilion, playground, campground, trails, several parks, and much more! Plus, state land and the Rifle River(great for kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and fishing) are nearby.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(Active U/C Taking Backups)
Size1,073 sqft
Lot size0.73 Acres
Year built1965
ParkingPrivate, Attached,Door Opener
MLS #1930319
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1930319
  • MLS Name: NEBOARDMI
  • Office Name: AYRE RHINEHART BAY REALTORS
  • Office Phone: (989) 892-4800
  • Office Email: topprojim@hotmail.com
  • Listing Agent: RYAN NAGEL

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$134,900

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$53,900$867
2023$47,800$852
2022$37,500$809
2021$32,200$797
2020$26,100$-
2019$25,600$-
2018$26,600$-
2017$25,800$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Standish-Sterling Central Elementary School

Public District 1-6

9.3 mi

3789 Wyatt Rd

2

Whittemoreprescott Area Elementary School

Public District PK-6

11.9 mi

8878 Prescott Rd

6

Surline Elementary School

Public District PK-4

13.7 mi

147 State St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,167. Typical income of Alger, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

29%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
50%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • ApplebeesApplebees
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns

What do the neighbors drive?

  • GMCGMC
  • RamRam
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • OldiesOldies
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 6521 S Forest Lake Dr

This home is located at 6521 S Forest Lake Dr in Alger, MI and zip code 48610. This 1,073 square foot home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 0.73 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $134,900.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Alger, MI there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Alger, MI between December and January 2025 increased by 5.6%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 106 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $137,500.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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