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KATHY BROOCK BALLARD OVER 72 MILLION SOLD IN 2014 MICHIGAN’S #1 REALTOR 2010 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014

Upper Straits Lake

Orchard Lake • $5,100,000 Orchard Lake • $5,300,000 Set on over an acre and a half of lush lawn & gardenscape, the palatial estate commands breathtaking vistas across Upper Straits Lake. Meticulously Set on over an acre and a half of lush lawn & gardenscape, the palatial estate commands breathtaking vistas crafted & designed for exquisite lakefront living, this 10,000+ Sq. Ft. residence invites you to delight in both formal & informal spaces. across Upper Straits Lake.

Walnut Lake

West Bloomfield • $4,299,000 West Bloomfield • $4,299,000

Completely rebuilt classic estate home w/ boat house, house & servicing garages.

Over 6 acres of Completely rebuilt classic home w/ ‘Grandfathered’ boat houseguest featuring full kitchen, guest house and servicing garages for the avid car sprawling lawns setuniquely on Walnut Lake. collector. This gated estate home is the best of both worlds, deeded w/ a newer barn for livestock on 6+ acres set on Walnut Lake.

Orchard Lake

Orchard Lake • $3,949,000 Orchard Lake • $3,949,000

Positioned on Orchard Lake & nestled behind Orchard Lake C.C. a stone estate emerges. Classic old world Lakefront estate on Orchard Lakeelements w/ divine embrace entertaining amenities including Chef’s kitchen, outdoor veranda, full today’s living.

bar area, wine cellar and enclosed cigar room. Over an acre of sprawling lawns with just a short walk to Orchard Lake C.C.

Orchard Lake • $3,299,000

Exceptional and private lakefront home.Bloomfield This 2 acre plusTownship property features 230 ft. of lakefront & expansive • $3,749,000 views of Orchard Lake & Apple Island.

Crossweaving European grandeur & contemporary influence, this private gated estate embodies urbane elegance.

Splendid rooms with 3 levels of lavish living. Over 13,000 Sq. Ft. of custom detail.

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Birmingham • $3,390,000 West Bloomfield • $2,750,000 Penthouse living at itscontemporary finest! Unique opportunity to take advantage the covetedstyling.

Downtown lifestyle.

Cass Lake unique estate blends modern and of traditional Finished w/ Venetian gold 4,000 Sq. Ft. of pure opulence built by Italian artisans in the heart of Birmingham. plaster, onyx & limestone.

Orchard Lake

West Bloomfield • $1,699,000 Orchard Lake • $3,299,000 Lakefront residence clean modern elements offering luxurious on Green Lake. Designed w/ Fantastic opportunity to ownwith one of the most exceptional & private lakefront homes.living Completely renovated expansive views of the water. with flanking additions in 2000. 2+ acres w/ 230 ft. of lakefront & expansive views of Orchard Lake.

Orchard Lake • $875,000

Bloomfield Hills • views $3,299,000 Perched on a private setting capturing panoramic of Orchard Lake sits an opportunity to renovate or of Bloomfield estate commands attention frombuild the moment you arrive. Uniquely your lakefront estate. designed with influences from

City Old English Tudor architecture. A clean, subtle & spacious combination of both the classical and digital worlds.

West Bloomfield • $795,000 Tucked away in prestigious West Bay enjoy luxury lakefront living complete with boat dock on exclusive Bloomfield Township • $2,850,000 Pine Lake.

Impressive 10,000+ Sq. Ft. Nantucket style estate home on almost 4 acres of sprawling lawns and golf course frontage.

The ideal residence for entertaining featuring large spacious rooms & wonderful flow throughout.

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Tobocman Design, Private Island Retreat – $2,499,000

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magine the ability to have the best of both worlds…acreage to build your luxury custom home in Northville, within 5 blocks to the shops and restaurants on Main Street. This gorgeous 6 acre site allows for 2 or 3 additional custom homes within this gated retreat. Flexible financing terms for the proposed parcels are available!

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arcel is a 3 lot split, with each separate lot being sold for $600,000. Blocks from downtown Northville — a true lifestyle!

www.DubuarAerialTour.com | Offered at $600,000

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Bingham Farms Masterpiece

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ewer custom home sits on a gorgeous 1.4 acres. Tumbled travertine and pecan hardwood floors on main level. Dramatic kitchen with large granite island, vaulted great room with fireplace and built-ins. Gorgeous first floor master suite, 2 huge bedrooms on 2nd floor. Walkout lower level features 2nd kitchen/bar, 2 recreational areas, workout room, and 4th bedroom suite. Inground pool and patios are just waiting for your Summer enjoyment! www.BinghamVirtualTour.com | Offered at $1,799,999

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All Sports Lake Sherwood Frontage

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ompletely renovated in 2008 with additional updates in 2013. 230 ft. sandy frontage on quiet portion of lake, ½ acre lot. 4 bedroom, 4 bath walkout ranch. Huge great room with fireplace, cathedral ceiling, walls of windows.

Cherry flooring throughout main level. Lower level has 2nd full kitchen and bar. Lake Sherwood boasts 11.6 miles of shoreline and 258 acres of water. The Association offers an extensive variety of social activities for year-around fun. www.TrentwoodVirtualTour.com | Offered at $699,900

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estled between lush trees and glistening waters on a beautiful white sandy beach, surrounded by

quaint towns that ooze charm and elegance, you can have your own little paradise surrounded by 1000 feet of sandy beach and 100 acres of forest that will offer you both the privacy and

exhilaration that you need. Five spacious bedrooms, and five and one half equally stunning bathrooms

4040 S. Lake Shore Drive Harbor Springs, MI Offered at $6,599,000

provides the most breathtaking views nature has to offer. A magnificent main floor master suite, seven fireplaces, outdoor fireplace, a spacious two and a half car garage and beautiful hardwood floors awaits you. The spectacular architecture of this home allows for every room to have a magnificent water view through its large and stunning windows.

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Bay Harbor Waterfront

This beautiful home is located in the heart of 880 Vista Drive all the action in Bay Bay Harbor, MI Harbor and offers 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, Offered for $1,980,000 5,500 sq. ft., hardwood floors, gas fireplace, custom gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, private office, lower level entertaining area with wet bar, in floor heat, two large decks with panoramic water views, 60’ of Bay Harbor Lake waterfront, and a private dock with room for two large boats. Furniture available.

Walloon Lake Waterfront

This is truly a one-of-a-kind property located on Walloon Lake and features 429’ 5085 Sand Point Lane of sandy Walloon Lake waterfront that gives Petoskey, MI you incredible Offered for $2,499,000 panoramic views up the North Arm and the main body of the lake while you also get to enjoy beautiful sunset views in the evening. The main house features 5 bedrooms and the guest house features an additional 2 bedrooms totaling 4,800 square feet of living space that gives you plenty of room to entertain family and friends.

(231) 838-6700 patleavy@kiddleavy.com www.patleavy.com

Downtown Birmingham

Beautiful English cottage style home on 556 Tooting Lane the most charming Birmingham, MI private drive in Offered for $1,149,000 Birmingham. Located just a block from popular Booth park, farmers market and the hip shops and restaurants of north Old Woodward. 5bedrooms, 3.5 baths in main house. Make Thanksgiving dinner for 25 with ease in the gourmet kitchen: limestone and cherry counters, Viking range with 6 burners plus griddle, and double ovens, pot filer and warming drawer. Deep property also accommodates a rare, never to be built again in Birmingham, Guest House. Guest house adds 550 sq.ft.

Bay Harbor Waterfront

This beautiful five bedroom boathouse 1140 Vista Drive features, three full and Bay Harbor, MI two half-baths, and Offered for $2,775,000 5,100 sprawling square feet of classically designed interior. Without a doubt, one of the most unique features of the home is that it offers an aweinspiring view of Bay Harbor Lake, through which you’ll be able to revel in the 81 feet of private frontage you own. You’ll be thrilled to answer the alluring call of the lake via your indoor boat well designed to hold up to a 52’ yacht. Offered fully furnished

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Breathtaking Views of Viking Lake

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ruly exquisite home nestled on 5+ acres with breathtaking views of Viking Lake. Private 5808 sq ft home, 3 distinctive bedroom suites with 4 full baths and 3 half baths. Finished walk out basement and in law quarters totaling 8118 sq ft of living space. Master retreat includes its own lake side balcony. Chef’s kitchen includes top of the line appliances. Architecturally original and extraordinary attention to details with ornate wood work and handcrafted one of a kind construction from the soaring ceilings with exposed trusses, artisan library paneling, wide plank pine floors & beautiful stonework. Enjoy your own private secluded lake front setting with over 200’ of waterfront. Feel like you are up north, but minutes away from it all! Limitless amenities including your own golf hole and four car garage with additional two car lower level garage giving you extra room to park your boat and toys. This home must be seen to appreciate its splendor. MLS #215021769 OFFERED AT $1,300,000

Privacy on Putnam Lake

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riceless view and up-north feeling without the long drive. One-of-a-kind property located in golf and equestrian community. Cape Cod overlooking private all-sports lake. Finished two-story basement with theater room, kitchen, bar, hot tub, work-out facility, wine cellar, and more. Horse barn with large paddock. Accessible to State land. MLS #215051898 OFFERED AT $1,599,000

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Bitten Lake Dream Home

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nce in a lifetime opportunity to own a truly remarkable home in Orchard Estates overlooking a 6+ acre body of water from Bitten Lake.

Almost 7100 sqft of living space and 2 garages, room for 6+ cars. This handcrafted, one of a kind construction home has exceptional attention to detail! Unique features include, finished LL that is a perfect au pair suite with dedicated garage, beautiful Brazilian Cherry hardwood, Marble, Travertine, Earth Slate and All Natural Stone throughout. Chef’s Kitchen has top of the line Thermador appliances, butlers pantry and granite countertops. Family Room, Great Room and LL have beautiful Masonry Fireplaces. Entertain on the 900sqft concrete and steel OFFERED AT $1,200,000 deck. This home is built to stand the test of time! MLS # 215046190

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Lake Park Drive,Quarton Lake Estates

Melanie S. Bishop “SOLD” is my Middle Name 248.867.7800

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87 Acres with 3 Lakes Davisburg | $3,950,000 A slice of paradise on 87 acres just 30 minutes from Birmingham, Somerset or any major shopping areas. This incredible site includes 3 lakes & a winding private road meandering through wildlife & nature. Enter through the boulders to a breathtaking retreat for that country feel or amazing development opportunity. A Picturesque panorama is home for this extraordinary hand built stone & wood home. This is a one of a kind creation surrounded by waterfalls, streams & trails. 3 car garage with full carriage house apartment above. Unlimited potential & unparalleled quality that must be seen to be believed.

Walnut Lake Compound

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Highly motivated Seller! Bloomfield Hills Schools. Gated estate with privacy, woodlands & lakefront perched on over 2 acres. DesRosiers designed with open skylit spaces, walls of glass & high ceilings. Unique woods, stainless & granite kitchen. Over 226’ of frontage on all sports Walnut Lake with dock & beach. First floor master with fireplace, fabulous views, closet room & bath with heated floors. Walk-out lower level with kitchen, spa room & more. Created for enjoyment & entertainment year round.

West Bloomfield | $1,995,000

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Walk to Town Birmingham | $1,475,000 Newer home on a large lot with 4 car garage. Walk to town, parks & school from this fabulous Quarton Lake location.

Formal living & dining rooms with French doors to a private courtyard. Designer perfect with many custom touches, rich hardwood floors & a beautiful two story family room with soaring stone fireplace. Has many sought after features such as Chef ’s kitchen with high end appliances, granite, & breakfast area overlooking the pool. Gorgeous master with marble bath and bonus room. Finished lower level for theater room, wet bar & sauna.

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Nantucket Style Home

Expect to be impressed with this extraordinary home nestled on a private lot in the heart of Franklin. Incredible attention to detail, from the exquisite millwork to the paneled den, breathtaking entry & 2 story great room. Elegant alabaster cabinetry & Ceylon granite counters complement a chef ’s island kitchen with cozy hearth room. Formal dining room with wainscoting & butlers pantry. The master suite of your dreams with sitting area, fireplace, walk in closets & sumptuous bath. Finished daylight lower level w/ bedroom, bath, wet bar & family room.

Frankiln | $1,450,000

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A Waterfront Legacy

Custom Lake Michigan Home

Hazelbank is the largest, most prestigious 186 SOUTH DIVISION AVENUE property on SW Michigan’s waterfront.

HOLLAND, MI Sited on Lake Macatawa in Holland MI, the OFFERED AT $9,900,000 estate comprises 38 acres with stables, 886 ft. of lakeshore with a dock that can accommodate the largest vessel and allows access to Lake Michigan. Future development options and aggressive, market reflective pricing make this a worthy consideration for the astute buyer.

Featuring 148 ft. of frontage and 1.75 acres 2490 SUNSET BLUFF DRIVE to give you a private setting in Sunset Bluff.

HOLLAND, MI Breathtaking views of Lake Michigan goes OFFERED AT $1,499,000 on for miles from both the main floor wall of windows and walk out lower level. Designed with open living on both levels offering privacy/tranquility in the bedroom wings. The walkout lower level is complete with a family room, den, Laundry room, 2 bedrooms and a bath.

Stunning Lake Michigan Estate

Harbor Country’s Private Enclave

This estate consists of 645 ft. of 9411 N COOPER CREEK ROAD waterfront with open beam architecture FREE SOIL, MI design and 30 acres with 3 buildable OFFERED AT $2,399,000 lots. A stunning property on Lake Michigan and is adjacent to the Manistee National Forest. Entertaining is easy with the open concept living and 1,700 sq. ft. lakeside deck. Wall to wall windows offer spectacular views of Lake Michigan.

This gorgeous home is beautifully maintained 11 PRESERVE WAY and upgraded. Crowd pleaser kitchen and NEW BUFFALO, MI family room with rich wood trim throughout.

OFFERED AT $925,000 Handsome rustic fireplace with gas logs is visible from kitchen, great room & dining room. Great screened porch for coffee and the paper in summer. 3-Car garage & open vistas forever, yet still just a short bike ride away from downtown.

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Lake Michigan Family Retreat This is a very rare opportunity, 1341 SCENIC DRIVE to buy Lake Michigan MUSKEGON, MI waterfront property with OFFERED AT $1,500,000 three separate parcels and 3.21 acres and only 25 steps to the beach. Enjoy sunny summer days on the beach or sitting on the deck over looking the beach. Each of the 4 homes has 4 bedrooms.

The possibilities are endless with this beautiful property.

Lake Macatawa Waterfront Lake Macatawa waterfront 488 ORCHARD HILL DRIVE home with 82 feet of lake HOLLAND, MI frontage and a 90 ft. deep PRICE UPON REQUEST water dock across from Kollen Park. The home has had many recent updates.

Gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, cherry cabinets and heated tile floors. Master bedroom has view of the lake with European glass shower and jetted tub. A perfect place to call home!

WENDY RYDER 616.848.1003 wendyryder@shoresir.com

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Live Where You Play!

Enjoy the stunning Lake 741 LAKESIDE DRIVE Michigan sunsets from MACATAWA, MI one of the many porches OFFERED AT $1,475,000 this waterfront home in Macatawa Park offers. This meticulously maintained cottage is just under 3,000 sq.ft. of living space with 5 brd/2 baths. The master bedroom’s private balcony overlooks Lake Michigan with stunning views of Big Red Lighthouse.

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Uniting extraordinary lifestyles with extraordinary homes.

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ocated near the end of an exclusive private street, this home affords you one of the best views in Bloomfield and lake access (via the canal) to Forest Lake, Lower Long Lake and Upper Long Lake (all sports). Completely renovated in 2006, this home provides 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, a fully finished walkout lower level, and over 2,000sq ft of multi-level entertaining decks with spectacular views of nature and the water. Bloomfield Schools.

MLS# 215040579 $1,590,000 View the Virtual Tour: tours.realvisionstudio.com/58406

A grand family home on the water

For more inFormation* or to request a viewing, phone or e-mail: 586-929-6055 mkozemchak@iic-usa.com *Seller is a licensed Real Estate Agent.

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Builder’s Own Custom Home

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legance and luxury define this spacious builder’s dream home. Dramatic dual staircases in huge foyer lead to grand spaces and spectacular views. Extensive Italian porcelain and inlaid granite in elegant dining room, foyer and music room. High volume great room overlooks the lake. Gourmet kitchen, five bedrooms, six baths, four fireplaces. Huge finished walkout. Private sandy beach on all-sports Lake Sherwood.

3439 E Commerce Road | Commerce

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OFFERED AT $1,460,000

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onderful opportunity to purchase the gated and secluded private estate “Cedar Crossing”, with its meticulously maintained gardens, on a fabulous wooded hilly-ravine parcel, overlooking Bridge Valleys Ponds and Stream. This fine estate features the attached Guest House and

renowned “Cedar Crossing” Classic Automobile Showroom facility as seen in Phil Berg’s “Ultimate Garages II” & Rex Roy’s “Motor City Dream Garages”. The home features limestone flooring, 10” Red Oak Plank flooring, the finest gourmet kitchen obtainable...exercise room, crafts room, Adirondack room, gated driveways, cedar & copper roofing, verandas, decks, fenced gardens, Grand Hall with Imported Limestone fireplace wall, European imported ceramic chimney pots, four fireplaces, wine cellar, wine coolers, 3.5 car heated garage, video camera security surveillance system, iron statuary, fountained ponds....simply the finest Flagship of private luxury living. Best of everything is all inclusive!

JAMES E COUSENS 248.431.8024 jamescousens@msn.com

OFFERED AT $2,495.000

CEDAR CROSSING ESTATE Clarkston, Michigan 48348

Tom Zibkowski 586-532-6700 x114 www.TomZibkowski.com

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Over 4,000 closed sales since 1982.

Oakland Twp. | 11 Acre Gated Estate

5249 ORCHARD RIDGE DRIVE | $2,350,000

5350 BREWSTER | $6,950,000

Washington Twp. | 2 Acre Lakefront | Built in Pool

St. Clair River Estate | Indoor Pool

6019 OAKRIDGE | $1,599,000

8147 RIVER ROAD | $1,950,000

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Oakland Twp. | Exclusive Gated Community

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Washington Twp. | 1 Acre Parcel on 5th green of Greystone Golf Course

54563 QUEENSBOROUGH | $889,000

6628 PAR 4 LANE | $779,900

Addison Twp. | 4 Acre Estate backing to Stony Creek

Designer showcase home in exclusive gated community of Manchester Estates

1100 CREEKSIDE | $1,090,000

19862 WESTCHESTER | $949,000

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Model Show Condition Colonial | Over 10,000 sqft

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Clinton Twp. | European Estate on 1 Acre

Clinton Twp. | Spectacular Detached Condo

17474 IRIS CIRCLE | $1,175,000

44265 RIVERVIEW RIDGE DRIVE | $724,900

Washington Twp. | Custom Built on Private 1 Acre

Washington Twp. | Designer Showcase

67587 HIDDEN OAK LANE | $799,900

6424 ACADEMY | $1,090,000

Tom Zibkowski 586-532-6700 x114 www.TomZibkowski.com

Put experience to work for you.

Over 4,000 closed sales since 1982.

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Second Empire Masterpiece

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his impeccably renovated and maintained Second Empire residence is possibly the finest home of it’s type in Macomb County. It is certainly one of the crown jewels of the Village of Romeo. Three stories on a walk out basement, 4,445 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 2 full and 3 half baths — one a unique “privy”. 1.49 acres with gardens, fountain, hot tub in it’s own gazebo, 2 car detached garage. The interior shows amazing attention to detail. A 24’ pierced oak staircase with acorn finial greets you in the foyer. Red oak and walnut woods are generously used throughout.

Handmade Bradbury and Bradbury silkscreened wallpapers, Schumacher wallpapers, and wool Karastan carpets decorate many of the rooms.

MLS # 214110225 Price Upon Request

Service So Great, You’ll Be Moved!

210 W. University, Suite 4 Rochester, MI 48307

Maysonya Morrison

Realtor

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Lower Long Lake Waterfront • Bloomfield Township

Situated on a private lane with wooded backdrop and views of Walnut Lake with privileges. 2.33 acres with another 1.7 available. Recently renovated with spacious rooms to accommodate all of your needs. Large kitchen with center island, informal and formal eating spaces, sun room, family room with stone fireplace and hearth, 1st floor master with fireplace. 2nd detached garage. $995,000 MLS# 215030875

Exquisite residence located on one of Oakland County’s most prestigious lakes and perfectly placed for fabulous views and complete privacy. The grand interior is highlighted by extraordinary workmanship and utilizes many precious stone, marble and wood materials. Magnificent rooms on the main floor and finished walkout lower level provide ample spaces for entertaining family and friends. $2,995,000 MLS# 215018911

European Country House • Oakland Township

Sophisticated Site Condo • Birmingham

Situated on almost 8 acres beautifully surrounded by woods and perennial gardens, affording maximum privacy and an abundance of wildlife. Built to the highest standards with premium appointments, high-end detailing throughout and a full complement of sophisticated mechanical/electrical componentry including elevator. Fabulous private guest/multi-generational facilities.

Spectacular wine cellar. Fully finished walkout lower level. 100KW wholehouse generator. $1,989,000 MLS# 15040871

Nestled on spacious grounds featuring beautiful lawn and lush gardens.

Gorgeous, spacious kitchen with marble and informal dining area. Tiled allseason sun room off kitchen. Master suite with luxurious bath. First floor laundry. Finished lower level with recreation area. Recently updated. Close to downtown Birmingham. $1,050,000 MLS# 215018897

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M. Michael Cotter & Paula Law

Associate Brokers and Certified Residential Specialists Truly extraordinary properties are different at every level, and they require real estate services that are as well.

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OR OVER 40 YEARS Mike Cotter has been an active part of the luxury Real Estate Market and Paula Law has 26 successful years as a strategic real estate marketer.

They are both Associate Brokers and Certified Residential Specialists, which is

the highest credential awarded to residential agents and brokers. Less than 3% of REALTORS® possess the CRS designation. Additionally, Paula is a Certified Corporate Relocation Specialist, Certified Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource and possesses a BS in Marketing. They are a trusted and highly sought after team providing unparalleled service and marketing to create great results.

(248) 310-1974 and (248) 535-4700 mcotter@maxbroock.com paulalaw@maxbroock.com

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275 S. Old Woodward Avenue, Birmingham

Magnificent Upper Straits Lake Estate • Orchard Lake

Designed by celebrated architect, Dominic Tringali, the interior spaces seamlessly flow and take advantage of every opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of the lake and gardenscape and also utilize exterior terraces. 8,400 total square feet exquisitely appointed and designed with numerous options for entertaining. Outstanding chef ’s kitchen is open to bright hearth & eating space.

The great room features an impressive portoro marble fireplace and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Spectacular lower level finished with the same quality craftsmanship and details seen throughout. Ample parking and an additional $3,100,000 31x31’ detached garage. MLS# 215067542

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