Dreaming of a rustic cabin? A cozy cottage? Or maybe just a tent until you figure things out? Go for it — this lot is buildable, zoned residential, and comes with deeded access to the Thunder Bay River via a shared commons area. So yes, you can kayak before coffee or fish in your pajamas. No judgment. You’ll need to add your own well and septic like the cool kids do around here, and road access is solid thanks to neighborly cooperation (Midwest nice, remember?). Oh — and for those worried about going full hermit, don’t sweat it: fiber optic internet is available, so you can stream, Zoom, and doomscroll at lightning speed right from your cabin in the woods.
Vacant landProperty Type
0.56 acresLot Size
$28,302Price/Acres
Listed by Macey Scott• EXP Realty
•888-501-7085 (broker)
Listed by Travis Scott• EXP Realty
•888-501-7085 (broker)
Bought with Alan Peasley• National Realty Centers, Inc
Dreaming of a rustic cabin? A cozy cottage? Or maybe just a tent until you figure things out? Go for it - this lot is buildable, zoned residential, and comes with deeded access to the Thunder Bay River via a shared commons area. So yes, you can kayak before coffee or fish in your pajamas. No judgment. You'll need to add your own well and septic like the cool kids do around here, and road access is solid thanks to neighborly cooperation (Midwest nice, remember?). Oh - and for those worried about going full hermit, don't sweat it: fiber optic internet is available, so you can stream, Zoom, and doomscroll at lightning speed right from your cabin in the woods.
Greater Lansing AoR #50173263
Aug 15, 2025
Sold
$11,000
Aug 15, 2025
Sold
$11,000
Aug 12, 2025
Pending
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Jul 18, 2025
Contingent
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May 1, 2025
Listed
$11,000
May 1, 2025
Listed
$11,000
Dreaming of a rustic cabin? A cozy cottage? Or maybe just a tent until you figure things out? Go for it — this lot is buildable, zoned residential, and comes with deeded access to the Thunder Bay River via a shared commons area. So yes, you can kayak before coffee or fish in your pajamas. No judgment. You’ll need to add your own well and septic like the cool kids do around here, and road access is solid thanks to neighborly cooperation (Midwest nice, remember?). Oh — and for those worried about going full hermit, don’t sweat it: fiber optic internet is available, so you can stream, Zoom, and doomscroll at lightning speed right from your cabin in the woods.
Public Records
Oct 11, 2022
Sold
$5,000
Public Records
Jul 15, 2020
Sold
$185,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38 (−78.0%)
2024
$173 (+4.9%)
2023
$164 (+86.9%)
2022
$88 (−0.3%)
2021
$88 (+118.8%)
2020
$40 (+4.3%)
2019
$39 (+2.4%)
2018
$38 (+7.2%)
2017
$35 (+3.6%)
2016
$34 (−5.6%)
2015
$36 (+2.9%)
2014
$35 (+2.9%)
2013
$34
Tax history for 8100 Simmons Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38 (−78.0%)
2024
$173 (+4.9%)
2023
$164 (+86.9%)
2022
$88 (−0.3%)
2021
$88 (+118.8%)
2020
$40 (+4.3%)
2019
$39 (+2.4%)
2018
$38 (+7.2%)
2017
$35 (+3.6%)
2016
$34 (−5.6%)
2015
$36 (+2.9%)
2014
$35 (+2.9%)
2013
$34
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
122 ft.
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alpena County
APN
043-135-000-035-00
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Water Features: Lake/River Privileges, Commons to Waterfront
Frontage Type: Road
Lake Name: Thunder Bay River
Property Information
Property Type: Vacant Land / Dockominium
Style: Vacant Land
Lot Information
Lot Description: Large Lot - 65+ Ft., Wooded
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 0.56
Roads: Access, Dirt
Frontage: 196
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Total Tax Year: 2024
Total Tax Amount: $173
Summer Tax Year: 2024
Summer Tax Amount: $46
Winter Tax Year: 2024
Winter Tax Amount: $127
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: None
Fuel On Site: None (Fuel On Site)
Sewer Septic: None
Location
School Information
School District: Alpena Public Schools
School District: Alpena Public Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Municipality: Maple Ridge Twp
Mail City: Alpena
Location: Subdivision
Subdivision: Water Woodland Sub 1st Add
Municipality: Maple Ridge Twp
Area (Municipality): Maple Ridge Twp (04004)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Alpena County
APN: 043-135-000-035-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: East Central Association
Originating MLS: Flint
Around this home
Schools
Wilson Community School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 8.1mi
6/10
Thunder Bay Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.4mi
6/10
Alpena High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 8.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 94° expected this year, 13 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
Alpena, MI • 49707-9416
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.