11968 Elmdale Drive , Freedom Township, MI 48158
Price cut $24,000 since it was listed at $249,000
Est. $2,065/mo with current taxes · · See the breakdown
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.
Monthly payment
The tax line is the seller's current bill from the MLS. Michigan uncaps the taxable value the year after a sale, so tap See uncapped taxes for what a buyer will likely pay then.The uncapped tax line is this home's bill after it uncaps: half the price times 31.88 mills, the 2025 homestead rate here. Insurance is a $2,400/yr placeholder and PMI 0.55% of the loan below 20% down. An estimate, not a loan quote.
The facts
| Price | $225,000 |
| Original price | $249,000 |
| Price cut | −$24,000 |
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 1 full |
| Square feet | 836 |
| Type | Single family residence |
| Subdivision | SUNRISE BEACH |
| County | Washtenaw |
| MLS # | 81026028759 |
| Listed | 2026-06-11 |
| Days on market | 55 |
| Year built | 1947 |
| Possession | At closing |
| Heating | Electric, Space heater |
| Foundation | Crawl space |
| Garage spaces | 2.0 |
| Water / Sewer | Well / Septic |
| Waterfront | Pleasant Lake |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Parcel number | N1421160006 |
| Listing office | The Charles Reinhart Company |
Property taxes: the seller's bill vs. yours
| This seller today | You, the year after buying | |
|---|---|---|
| Taxable value | $107,605 | about $112,500 |
| Yearly property tax | $5,859 | about $3,586 |
Michigan caps a homeowner's taxable value until the home sells, then it resets. The assessor's state equalized value (SEV) is $113,900. Your taxable value resets to the SEV the year after you buy, and assessors usually raise it to about half the sale price. Estimate uses Freedom Township's 2025 homestead rate of 31.88 mills and assumes you claim the homestead exemption. See Freedom Township's full tax breakdown or run the uncapping calculator.
Location
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