4031 Birch Dr, Honor, MI 49640
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OFF MARKET

$1,733,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,638 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

4031 Birch Dr, Honor, MI 49640

Est. Refi. Payment $10,687/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 8, 2025 for $1,680,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.73M
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$48K (+2.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$49K (+2.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +307% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.73M
August 2026$1.73M
July 2026$1.74M
June 2026$1.73M
May 2026$1.71M
April 2026$1.69M
March 2026$1.7M
February 2026$1.69M
January 2026$1.7M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,810,000
08/25/26
5
3.5
3,342
0.74
Single-Family Home
$540,000
12/26/25
4
2
2,202
1.13
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,784
0.71
Single-Family Home
$660,000
12/29/25
2
1
1,580
1.36
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
05/29/26
5
4
3,704
1.60
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
12/01/25
4
3
2,787
1.18
Single-Family Home
$290,000
07/17/26
2
1
542
1.91
Single-Family Home
$1,010,000
03/13/26
4
2.5
1,925
0.87
Single-Family Home
$238,000
10/17/25
2
1
768
1.38
Single-Family Home
$825,000
07/16/26
5
4.5
4,316

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.13
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.22
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.21
$1,810,000
5
3.5
3,342
Recently Sold
0.22
$1,678,700
4
2
2,150
Off Market
0.32
$781,200
3
1
936
Off Market
0.35
$348,000
2
1.5
768
Off Market
0.39
$1,312,900
2
2
1,428
Off Market
0.51
$957,200
4
2
1,680
Off Market
0.53
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.71
$660,000
2
1
1,580
Recently Sold
0.74
$540,000
4
2
2,202
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1919
0.46 acre lot
1,638 sqft
$1,058/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Relaxing lakefront propertySprawling rambler homeOutdoor spacesCedar sidingMechanical systemsPanoramic windows
The Fern Hill Cottage, a historic Lake Michigan shoreline retreat built in 1919 by a Chicago inventor, offers a rare opportunity to own a well-preserved, relaxing lakefront property on Big Platte Lake, renowned for its pristine water, fishing, and river access to Lake Michigan. The current owners have maintained its vintage charm with cedar siding throughout, panoramic windows, and outdoor spaces, while updating key areas like the kitchen, baths, and mechanical systems. Additions to the cottage expanded the living space and have turned this quaint cottage into a sprawling rambler home usable year-round. Located near Sleepy Bear Dunes, Frankfort, and Point Betsie Lighthouse, the cottage provides convenient access to the region's wineries, charming towns, and outdoor attractions, making it an ideal blend of historic charm and modern comfort in Northwest Michigan. This unique investment will bring years of enjoyment and a lifetime of Northern Michigan memories.
4031 Birch Dr, Honor, MI 49640 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,638 sqft single-family home built in 1919. It last sold for $1,680,000 on Sep 8, 2025 (1% below the $1,699,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,733,500, with a rent estimate of $2,206/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Thomas A Rumble, (616) 250-6751
EXP Realty LLC
Bought with: Sophie Roeder, (989) 488-9053
Source: MichRIC, MLS#25025896

Home Details for 4031 Birch Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1638 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Laundry ClosetMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: LakeRoad Surface Type: PavedOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic TankWater Body: Big Platte Lake

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1002500700

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,699,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Aug 17 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Honor
School Information
High School District: Benzie

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1638 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 25025896

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 8, 2025
Source: MichRIC #25025896
Sold
$1,680,000
Aug 27, 2025
Source: My State MLS #11510195
Contingent
$1,699,900
Aug 18, 2025
Source: MichRIC #25025896
Pending
$1,699,900
Jun 3, 2025
Source: MichRIC #25025896
Listed For Sale
$1,699,900
Feb 1, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$586,361

Market trends in Honor

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
10
3
MoM

What Locals Say about Honor

At least 4 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say there's wildlife

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 14 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 11 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 11 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 4031 Birch Dr

  • What is 4031 Birch Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4031 Birch Dr in Honor, MI is $1,733,500.
  • What is the price history for 4031 Birch Dr?
    4031 Birch Dr in Honor, MI last sold for $1,680,000 in September 2025.
  • Is Honor a buyer's or seller's market?
    Honor is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 4031 Birch Dr?
    The closest schools to 4031 Birch Dr in Honor, MI are Benzie Central Middle School (rated 5/10), Benzie Central Sr. High School (rated 6/10), Homestead Hills Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 3/10).
  • Does 4031 Birch Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4031 Birch Dr in Honor, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 4031 Birch Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 4031 Birch Dr in Honor, MI has laundry facilities.

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