Experience the magic of true Up North living where sunrise mornings, sparkling Lake Huron views, & passing cruise ships become part of your everyday routine. Nestled within the city of Alpena and just minutes from shopping, dining, and downtown conveniences, this 4-bedroom waterfront home offers the perfect balance of peaceful lake life and easy access to town. The main level welcomes you with two spacious bedrooms, including a private lakeside primary suite where you can wake up to breathtaking water views and the gentle sounds of the shoreline. A large dining room creates the perfect gathering place for holidays, summer dinners, and cozy evenings with friends and family. An oversized additional room offers endless possibilities -- a second living area, game room, or home office.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
0.91 acresLot Size
$134Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lori Stephan• Real Estate One of Alpena
Bought with KATHIE PARKS Parks• Eagle Point Real Estate LLC
Est. $1,537 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5065 Misery Bay Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
WWMLS #201840107
Aug 26, 2026
Sold
$490,000
$134/sq ft
Aug 2, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 29, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$144/sq ft
May 12, 2026
Listed
$559,000
$153/sq ft
WWMLS #308154
May 25, 2017
Listed
$280,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,169 (−10.5%)
2024
$4,656 (+5.0%)
2023
$4,435 (+4.9%)
2022
$4,227 (+2.9%)
2021
$4,105 (+1.3%)
2020
$4,051 (+4.2%)
2019
$3,887 (+3.4%)
2018
$3,759 (−5.5%)
2017
$3,977
2016
$3,976 (−2.3%)
2015
$4,070 (+1.9%)
2014
$3,996 (+2.4%)
2013
$3,902
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,100
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alpena County
APN
091-019-000-001-02
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Geothermal
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven, Range
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3648.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,648
Property Features
On Waterfront
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential Water
Land Information
Vegetation: Natural State
Lot Information
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Water Body Name: Lake Huron
Lot Size : 39640.0
Lot Size Dimensions: 147 x 291
Lot Size Area: 39,640
Lot Size Acres: 0.91
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Alpena
Location Information
Directions: Ford Ave. continues on to Misery Bay Rd., home is on the right.
Subdivision Name: T31N R9E
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,100
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Alpena County
APN: 091-019-000-001-02
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lincoln Community School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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Alpena High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Alpena. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.