Nestled on 6 acres, this beautiful 3 bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern updates with peaceful rural livingall just 3 minutes from Lake Michigan, Bear Lake and Pierport Beach. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated including new granite countertops, new kitchen remodel, new weighted garage door, Pella windows, new water heater, landscaping, and gorgeous hickory hardwood floors. Featuring 2 bedrooms/full bath on the main, while the lower offers a 3rd bedroom/full bath, plus a spacious family room with stunning floor-to-ceiling cultured stone gas fireplace. A massive 60' x 40' pole barn could be your hobby farm, workshop, storage, or for recreational toys. A huge backyard complete with a deck, gardens, and firepit. Whether you're dreaming of farming, gardens, or simply enjoying wide-open quiet spaces, this tasteful move-in-ready property offers the Northern Michigan lifestyle you've been searching for. (Property price revised to reflect 6 acre parcel rather than 15).
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
6 acresLot Size
$205Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cathy French• LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Manistee
Nestled on 6 acres, this beautiful 3 bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern updates with peaceful rural living--all just 3 minutes from Lake Michigan, Bear Lake and Pierport Beach. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated including new granite countertops, new kitchen remodel, new weighted garage door, Pella windows, new water heater, landscaping, and gorgeous hickory hardwood floors. Featuring 2 bedrooms/full bath on the main, while the lower offers a 3rd bedroom/full bath, plus a spacious family room with stunning floor-to-ceiling cultured stone gas fireplace. A massive 60' x 40' pole barn could be your hobby farm, workshop, storage, or for recreational toys. A huge backyard complete with a deck, gardens, and firepit. Whether you're dreaming of farming, gardens, or simply enjoying wide-open quiet spaces, this tasteful move-in-ready property offers the Northern Michigan lifestyle you've been searching for. (Property price revised to reflect 6 acre parcel rather than 15).
REALCOMP #67026039872
Sep 18, 2026
Price Changed
$385,000
$205/sq ft
Aug 25, 2026
Price Changed
$442,500
$235/sq ft
Jul 31, 2026
Listed
$454,900
$242/sq ft
+41
SW Michigan MLS #10010930
Mar 14, 2011
Sold
$148,500
$79/sq ft
Mar 8, 2010
Listed
$159,900
$85/sq ft
REALCOMP #67010010930
Mar 14, 2011
Sold
$148,500
$79/sq ft
Mar 8, 2010
Listed
$159,900
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 2007
Sold
$125,000
$66/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #151810
Aug 25, 2007
Sold
$123,000
$65/sq ft
Jul 31, 2007
Listed
$119,900
$64/sq ft
REALCOMP #67000151810
Aug 25, 2007
Sold
$123,000
$65/sq ft
Jul 31, 2007
Listed
$119,900
$64/sq ft
REALCOMP #71002440727
Oct 3, 2005
Listing Removed
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Oct 5, 2004
Listed
$144,900
$77/sq ft
REALCOMP #67000134804
Sep 24, 2004
Listing Removed
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Sep 24, 2003
Listed
$144,900
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,703 (−27.4%)
2024
$2,346 (+9.8%)
2023
$2,136 (+4.2%)
2022
$2,049 (+3.5%)
2021
$1,980 (+3.0%)
2020
$1,922 (+1.0%)
2019
$1,903 (−8.0%)
2018
$2,068 (−1.3%)
2017
$2,096 (+0.9%)
2016
$2,076
2015
$2,076 (−1.2%)
2014
$2,102 (+0.1%)
2013
$2,099
Public record
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15 Acres
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Single Family Residential
County
Manistee County
APN
11-001-014-10
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026.
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 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bear Lake, MI • 49614
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 22% for direct sun exposure in Bear Lake. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5832 Potter Rd
$376,846
$8,154 under list price of $385K
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