Is Petoskey, MI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Petoskey, MI?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say car is needed

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As of early 2026, 78% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is there wildlife in Petoskey, MI?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say there's wildlife

Does Petoskey, MI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there's holiday spirit

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Do kids play outside in Petoskey, MI?

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As of early 2026, 72% of users say streets are well-lit

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OFF MARKET

1061 Maxwell Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,400 sqft (on 0.52 acres)

$282,000

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,719/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$282,000

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,719/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,400 sqft

(on 0.52 acres)

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1061 Maxwell Rd.
Schools1 Preschool School4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1960

Lot Size

0.52 acres

Living Area

1,400 sqft

Price/Sqft

$201

Description

Great starter home with a location that can't be beat. Quick and easy commute to Petoskey and Harbor Springs through the country side. Several outdoor storage buildings and lots of room for the garden on this oversized lot. Enjoy the cherry, pear, and apple trees growing on the property. The home stays warm and toasty through the in-floor heat and pellet stove. You will appreciate the cathedral ceiling with a loft along with hard wood floors. Home features a large covered poach and a mudroom to keep things clean. True Stream high speed internet is available. This is a great price point that's going to sell quickly.

1061 Maxwell Rd, Petoskey, MI 49770 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,400 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $200,000 on Oct 5, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $282,000, with a rent estimate of $2,454/month.

Home Details for 1061 Maxwell Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.52 acres

Price History for 1061 Maxwell Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
10/05/2023	$200,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 10/05/2023 Contract Date 09/26/2023 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/04/2023	$209,900	PriceChange	Northern Michigan MLS #471500
Price Change $5,100 (-2%)
06/30/2023	$215,000	Listed For Sale	Northern Michigan MLS #471500

03/27/2012	$86,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

08/30/2011	$80,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/30/2011 Contract Date 08/26/2011 County Transfer Tax $88 Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/12/2011	$86,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Petoskey

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$460K

Sale-to-List Price

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Price per sq ft

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Available listings

171

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2021
Tax
Assessment	$118,400

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1061 Maxwell Rd

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
8118 E Mitchell Rd, Petoskey, MI	0.66	Single-Family Home	$295,000	06/30/26	3	2	1,883
281 N Blanchard Rd, Petoskey, MI	0.89	Single-Family Home	$315,000	01/20/26	4	3	1,594
7858 Thunder Trl, Petoskey, MI	0.34	Single-Family Home	$775,000	11/07/25	4	3	4,419
570 Blanchard Rd, Petoskey, MI	0.58	Single-Family Home	$375,000	09/11/25	3	1	1,636
547 Franklin Estates Dr, Petoskey, MI	1.46	Single-Family Home	$475,000	11/07/25	3	2	1,350
520 Franklin Ests, Petoskey, MI	1.42	Single-Family Home	$289,000	12/09/25	3	2	960
281 Blanchard Rd, Petoskey, MI	0.89	Single-Family Home	$315,000	01/20/26	4	3	1,594
620 Still Rd, Petoskey, MI	2.12	Single-Family Home	$200,000	05/06/26	3	2	1,300
1449 Maxwell Rd, Petoskey, MI	0.42	Single-Family Home	$289,000	09/05/25		1	1,000
2286 Maxwell Rd, Petoskey, MI	1.29	Single-Family Home	$325,000	09/29/25	2	2.5	1,828

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FOR SALE
2.75 ACRES
$539,900
3 bd
2.5 ba
3,600 sqft
7555 E Mitchell Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
FOR SALE
3D VIEW
1 ACRE
$275,900
3 bd
1 ba
1,291 sqft
7198 E Mitchell Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
SOLD
NOV 7, 2025
$775,000
4 bd
3 ba
4,419 sqft
7858 Thunder Trl,
Petoskey, MI 49770
Real Broker LLC - Petoskey
FOR SALE
1 ACRE
$189,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,152 sqft
1440 Maxwell Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
OFF MARKET
Est. $378,200
3 bd
1 ba
1,636 sqft
570 Blanchard Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
@ Properties Christie's Int'l Petoskey
OFF MARKET
Est. $475,800
4 bd
3 ba
2,306 sqft
480 Blanchard Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT INDIAN RIVER
OFF MARKET
Est. $318,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,588 sqft
467 N Blanchard,
Petoskey, MI 49770
OFF MARKET
Est. $121,700
8530 Penny Ln,
Petoskey, MI 49770
FOR SALE
0.94 ACRES
$29,900
8294 Ridgeway Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
FOR SALE
3D VIEW
9.65 ACRES
$950,000
6 bd
5 ba
5,394 sqft
1071 Roy Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
Real Broker LLC - Petoskey
FOR SALE
0.47 ACRES
$27,500
8605 Spring Ridge Dr,
Petoskey, MI 49770
SOLD
SEP 29, 2025
$325,000
2 bd
2.5 ba
1,828 sqft
2286 Maxwell Rd,
Petoskey, MI 49770
Real Broker LLC - Petoskey

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What Locals Say about Petoskey

At least 89 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say it's dog friendly
80 % Say car is needed
78 % Say people would walk alone at night
77 % Say there's wildlife
75 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say kids play outside
72 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say it's quiet
66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
62 % Say there are sidewalks
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
39 % Say there are community events

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"I am less than 10 minutes from everything within the city limits. I also live close to grocery stores. "
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"It’s quite except for new years and the 4th where the city has accepted the use of fireworks. Huge mistake!"
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"Petoskey art in the park, winter festival, movies in the park, open house nights, bliss fest, festival by the bay "
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"There are many families in this neighborhood and surrounding ones. Lots of pets, people are pleasant and friendly"
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"The downtown truck or treating the Sat before Halloween The winter carnival in February at the winter sports part "
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7y ago
"Schools are great. Nice neighborhood and neighbors too lots of parks and things to do. Lots of sports for kids to join"
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7y ago
"far proximity from other houses, private, lots of yard space. in the woods, away from the road. isolated areas. "
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"Parades, fun for the kids every Halloween downtown trick or treat. Beaches, breakwall to jump off of"
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7y ago
"The schools are great. Rent prices and property taxes are very high. Good paying jobs are available, but minimal. Overall, a great town. It's expensive to live here."
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7y ago
"Very beautiful landscape. Raised my four kids there. Spent my life there until moving to Florida due to getting tired of winters here. "
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8y ago
" Gated community surrounding a golf course and yacht club. Community is on Lake Michigan (little traverse bay) and has many good restaurants "
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"This home is located accross from state land and surrounded by CCC trails. If you love dirt bike riding, snow mobiling, horse back riding, etc this is the perfect spot. Located just 10 minutes from Petoskey which is set on Lake Michigan. There are many activies to keep you busy in this small town and surrounding area. "
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