Northern Michigan recreation at its finest! Situated on nearly 10 beautiful acres, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and exceptional storage. Ideally located near Long Lake, Black Lake, the Black River, and Black Mountain Recreation Area, you'll enjoy easy access to ATV trails, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, fishing, and more. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate being just minutes from Rippling Rapids and the renowned UAW Black Lake Championship Golf Course, while restaurants, pubs, pizza, entertainment, and fine dining are all nearby. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living room anchored by a handsome fieldstone fireplace, and tongue and groove ceiling. Enjoy the cozy café-style dining nook, eat-in bar, beautiful maple cabinetry, and abundant counter space for cooking and entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom features an oversized walk-in closet with endless possibilities, while updated baths, updated mechanicals, and a full basement add comfort and future potential. Outside, the amenities continue with a newer 30' x 30' basketball court that could easily double as a pickleball court, a 40' x 50' Quonset hut with electricity, a 12-foot door, and a 6-inch concrete floor, a 24' x 32' pole barn, and a 24' x 28' detached garage. Whether you need room for recreational toys, hobbies, equipment, or animals, this property delivers. Home warranty included. The garage roof is nearing the end of its useful life, and the home has been priced accordingly, presenting an outstanding value opportunity. Seller will entertain offers through the weekend, but reserves the right to accept an offer at any time. Seller welcomes all qualified buyers, with preference given to cash offers and buyers providing strong local lender pre-approval. Appointment required.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
9.9 acresLot Size
$126Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Team Martinchek - Recommended, Respected & Referre Martinchek• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices-Cheboygan
Contact: audreymartinchek@bhhsmi.com
Bought with Team Martinchek - Recommended, Respected & Referre Martinchek• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices-Cheboygan
Est. $2,327 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5159 S River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
WWMLS #201840625
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$379,900
$126/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 5, 2026
Listed
$379,900
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1994
Sold
$70,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,397 (−36.0%)
2024
$2,181 (+4.9%)
2023
$2,079 (+2.7%)
2022
$2,024 (+2.6%)
2021
$1,973 (+1.5%)
2020
$1,944 (+2.8%)
2019
$1,892 (+2.5%)
2018
$1,846 (+5.8%)
2017
$1,745 (+1.7%)
2016
$1,716
2015
$1,715 (+1.5%)
2014
$1,689
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.94 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,232
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cheboygan County
APN
140-001-300-009-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant Floor
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Window Features: Blinds
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Oven, Range
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Partially Finished
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3010.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,108
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential Acreage
Current Use: Hunting
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 9.9+- Acres
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 9.9
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Cheboygan
High School District: Cheboygan Area
High School: Cheboygan
Location Information
Directions: From Cheboygan, left on M-33 to left on Orchard Beach Road @ 4-way. Right to S. River Road. Home is on right.
Subdivision Name: T36N R1W
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,232
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9.94 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Cheboygan County
APN: 140-001-300-009-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: audreymartinchek@bhhsmi.com
Around this home
Schools
East Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 8.5mi
Cheboygan Middle School
Public 4-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 15 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
Cheboygan, MI • 49721
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Cheboygan. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$372,000 – $450,000
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