Very unique log sided cottage on the Little South Branch of the Pere Marquette at the Forks where the Little South meets the Middle Branch. 3 bedrooms plus a loft for additional guests. There is a great 3 season porch sitting less than 20 feet from a great fishing spot. A huge 27x55' pole barn could be used as a workshop (wired with 220 amps). Federal Land across the paved road and no close neighbors. This is truly a trout fishermen's dream cabin!
Very unique log sided cottage on the Little South Branch of the Pere Marquette at the Forks where the Little South meets the Middle Branch. 3 bedrooms plus a loft for additional guests. There is a great 3 season porch sitting less than 20 feet from a great fishing spot. A huge 27x55' pole barn could be used as a workshop (wired with 220 amps). Federal Land across the paved road and no close neighbors. This is truly a trout fishermen's dream cabin!
SW Michigan MLS #126797
Jun 29, 2002
Sold
$177,500
$125/sq ft
May 14, 2001
Listed
$200,000
$141/sq ft
Remarks:Very Unique Octagon Log Sided Cottage On This World Class Trout Stream Near Theforks Section Sits Right At River's Edge. Fireplace, Enclosed Porch Overlooking River, 55 X 27 Pole Barn, Well Maintained Getaway Is A Must See. Gravel Out Front. You'll Fall In Love With This Fisherman's Dream. 4 X 10 Shed
REALCOMP #67000126797
Jun 29, 2002
Sold
$177,500
$125/sq ft
May 14, 2001
Listed
$200,000
$141/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,453 (+17.6%)
2023
$3,786 (+0.6%)
2022
$3,763 (+7.2%)
2021
$3,512 (+37.0%)
2020
$2,564 (+191.6%)
2019
$879 (−74.4%)
2018
$3,430 (+4.5%)
2017
$3,282 (−3.3%)
2016
$3,395 (+4.5%)
2015
$3,248 (−1.2%)
2014
$3,289 (+3.3%)
2013
$3,184
Tax history for 9225 S James Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,453 (+17.6%)
2023
$3,786 (+0.6%)
2022
$3,763 (+7.2%)
2021
$3,512 (+37.0%)
2020
$2,564 (+191.6%)
2019
$879 (−74.4%)
2018
$3,430 (+4.5%)
2017
$3,282 (−3.3%)
2016
$3,395 (+4.5%)
2015
$3,248 (−1.2%)
2014
$3,289 (+3.3%)
2013
$3,184
*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
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Lot size
1.25 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
14-022-003-00
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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Last updated by owner on Jun 25, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
# of Rooms Total: 7
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Recreation
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Other
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,150
Construction Materials: Log, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1960
Roof: Composition
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.25
Lot Size Area: 1.25
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Shed(s), Pole Barn
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Pere Marquette Littl
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1423.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 14
Tax Annual Amount: $3,196
Tax Assessed Value: $68,352
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Propane Water Heater
Location
School Information
High School District: Baldwin
Location Information
Directions: M-37 To 76th St. (Star Corners) E On 76th To James Rd. North On James To Cottage On Left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Lake County
APN: 14-022-003-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 25, 2026
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Baldwin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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Baldwin Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
3/10
Baldwin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 35-47% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$315,000 – $382,000
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