Is a car needed in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say kids play outside

Is Boyne Falls, MI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say parking is easy

Is Boyne Falls, MI quiet?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say it's quiet

Would people walk alone at night in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Boyne Falls, MI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are the streets well-lit in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of Boyne Falls, MI plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's wildlife

Is Boyne Falls, MI walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Boyne Falls, MI have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Boyne Falls, MI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Boyne Falls, MI?

As of early 2026, 22% of users say there are community events

What is 5491 E Bear River Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 5491 E Bear River Rd in Boyne Falls, MI is $258,200 .

What is the price history for 5491 E Bear River Rd?

5491 E Bear River Rd in Boyne Falls, MI last sold for $139,200 in October 2020.

Is Boyne Falls a buyer's or seller's market?

Boyne Falls is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Boyne Falls?

Residents describe Boyne Falls, MI as well-kept, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Boyne Falls, MI .

How big is the lot at 5491 E Bear River Rd?

The lot at 5491 E Bear River Rd in Boyne Falls, MI is about 2 acres .

OFF MARKET

$258,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,500 sqft (on 2.04 acres)

5491 E Bear River Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713

Est. Refi. Payment $1,629/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 21, 2020 for $139,200

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$258K

Since last month

$400 (+0.2%)

Since last year

$14K (+5.7%)

Since last sale

$121K (+86.6%)

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 +153% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$260K
August 2026	$260K
July 2026	$259K
June 2026	$256K
May 2026	$258K
April 2026	$254K
March 2026	$254K
February 2026	$250K
January 2026	$245K
2025
December 2025	$238K
November 2025	$244K
October 2025	$244K
September 2025	$244K
August 2025	$246K
July 2025	$244K
June 2025	$240K
May 2025	$237K
April 2025	$237K
March 2025	$231K
February 2025	$224K
January 2025	$219K
2024
December 2024	$224K
November 2024	$225K
October 2024	$218K
September 2024	$215K
August 2024	$219K
July 2024	$222K
June 2024	$223K
May 2024	$218K
April 2024	$213K
March 2024	$206K
February 2024	$198K
January 2024	$201K
2023
December 2023	$196K
November 2023	$200K
October 2023	$209K
September 2023	$210K
August 2023	$210K
July 2023	$214K
June 2023	$208K
May 2023	$197K
April 2023	$192K
March 2023	$189K
February 2023	$187K
January 2023	$188K
2022
December 2022	$189K
November 2022	$193K
October 2022	$195K
September 2022	$194K
August 2022	$197K
July 2022	$199K
June 2022	$194K
May 2022	$179K
April 2022	$165K
March 2022	$165K
February 2022	$164K
January 2022	$167K
2021
December 2021	$166K
November 2021	$159K
October 2021	$159K
September 2021	$159K
August 2021	$147K
July 2021	$146K
June 2021	$145K
May 2021	$145K
April 2021	$143K
March 2021	$143K
February 2021	$142K
January 2021	$141K
2020
December 2020	$141K
November 2020	$140K
October 2020	$139K
September 2020	$138K
August 2020	$112K
July 2020	$113K
June 2020	$113K
May 2020	$112K
April 2020	$115K
March 2020	$116K
February 2020	$127K
January 2020	$126K
2019
December 2019	$126K
November 2019	$125K
October 2019	$124K
September 2019	$119K
August 2019	$120K
July 2019	$116K
June 2019	$110K
May 2019	$109K
April 2019	$109K
March 2019	$109K
February 2019	$112K
January 2019	$114K
2018
December 2018	$109K
November 2018	$115K
October 2018	$118K
September 2018	$111K
August 2018	$113K
July 2018	$111K
June 2018	$111K
May 2018	$111K
April 2018	$115K
March 2018	$114K
February 2018	$109K
January 2018	$109K
2017
December 2017	$113K
November 2017	$111K
October 2017	$111K
September 2017	$110K
August 2017	$108K
July 2017	$111K
June 2017	$109K
May 2017	$108K
April 2017	$108K
March 2017	$109K
February 2017	$108K
January 2017	$108K
2016
December 2016	$104K
November 2016	$100K
October 2016	$101K
September 2016	$103K

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
5105 Straddling Rd, Boyne Falls, MI	0.92	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/18/26	3	2	1,300
4744 Lintlong Rd, Petoskey, MI	0.84	Single-Family Home	$614,000	07/23/26	3	2	1,342
4743 Johnson Rd, Boyne Falls, MI	1.16	Single-Family Home	$455,000	11/26/25	3	2	1,551
4402 Mountain View Trl, Boyne Falls, MI	1.73	Single-Family Home	$650,000	01/09/26	3	3	2,750
4825 Eastwood Rd, Boyne Falls, MI	2.13	Single-Family Home	$400,000	10/09/25	4	3	1,556
3338 Hillview Rd, Boyne Falls, MI	2.71	Single-Family Home	$217,000	04/14/26	2	2	1,458
5829 Springvale Rd, Boyne Falls, MI	2.86	Single-Family Home	$329,900	03/02/26	3	2	1,400
3353 Hill Vw, Boyne Falls, MI	2.74	Single-Family Home	$428,000	02/24/26	3	1.5	1,176
3333 Hill Vw, Boyne Falls, MI	2.74	Single-Family Home	$399,000	02/02/26	4	2	1,694
3328 River Rd, Petoskey, MI	4.46	Single-Family Home	$142,840	06/22/26	3	1	1,200

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
5776 Straddling Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713	0.41	-	-	-	-	Off Market
5259 E Bear River Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713	0.24	$411,000	Studio	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 5491 E Bear River Rd.
Schools1 Preschool School4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1950

Lot Size

2.04 acres

Living Area

1,500 sqft

Price/Sqft

$172

About this House

Country living on 2 acres just 10 minutes SE of Petoskey in the Petoskey school district. The house was once a small farmhouse and was eventually added on to. It's been rented and in need of a facelift but it has good bones on a REALLY pretty two plus acres. This "handy man" special is being sold "as is" because there is work to do - and, it will not go FHA or VA. Two of the bedrooms are quite large, a third is good in size but you will want to reconfigure the door way as it's only about 2 feet wide. Note the multiple pantries as well as an office space to the left of the kitchen. There is also a large laundry plus storage room to the right of the kitchen. Roof is about 10 years old and furnace is about 6 years old. The Seller shared that there is a room in the attic that is accessed from a room in the basement via a ladder. It's part of the original building. This house is easy to show. At this price it won't last long.

5491 E Bear River Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $139,200 on Oct 21, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $258,200, with a rent estimate of $2,130/month.

Home Details for 5491 E Bear River Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAttic
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Wood PelletHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Other, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Deck

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.04 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 21, 2020 Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan #463108_49713	Sold	$139,200
Sep 1, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$138,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2021	Unavailable	$113,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Boyne Falls

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Around this home

Ottawa Elementary School
PK-5
Public
240 Students
Public Schools Of Petoskey
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Good leadership, teachers and staff really seem to care about our children. Friendly environment, looking forward to the color fun run, book fair and cereal box challenge.
Parent Review
1y ago
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What Locals Say about Boyne Falls

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say yards are well-kept
90 % Say kids play outside
83 % Say it's dog friendly
79 % Say parking is easy
73 % Say it's quiet
73 % Say people would walk alone at night
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
67 % Say streets are well-lit
62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
60 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
42 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say there are sidewalks
25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
22 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Kjm49796
Resident
6y ago
"Ive lived here for almost 20 years. The area is full of good people mostly. People help each other as a way of life. and the view is nice with rolling hills and an old ski mountian out the back window. "
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Jfvanloo
14y ago
"Boyne Falls is a rural community, yet close to many amenities that make living here a great experience. Great neighbors, paved roads and close to lakes and rivers as well as hunting."
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Frequently asked questions about 5491 E Bear River Rd

What is 5491 E Bear River Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 5491 E Bear River Rd in Boyne Falls, MI is $258,200.
What is the price history for 5491 E Bear River Rd?
5491 E Bear River Rd in Boyne Falls, MI last sold for $139,200 in October 2020.
Is Boyne Falls a buyer's or seller's market?
Boyne Falls is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Boyne Falls?
Residents describe Boyne Falls, MI as well-kept, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Boyne Falls, MI.
How big is the lot at 5491 E Bear River Rd?
The lot at 5491 E Bear River Rd in Boyne Falls, MI is about 2 acres.