Whether you're looking for a full-time off -grid residence or a peaceful up-north escape, this property offers privacy, natural beauty, and rustic character all in one unique package. This log cabin sits on 12+/- wooded acres on the North side of Cable Lake Rd. This cabin offers easy access on a year round road and has all the essentials for comfortable off-grid living including a drilled well, a full septic system, a generator for power and wood stove for heat. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully hand-crafted lodge-like stone fireplace as the centerpiece of the open living/ dining area, perfect for chilly northern nights. There is also a barrel wood stove in the living room, the main heat source. The cabinetry is all custom made along with many of the interior doors. There is a galley-style kitchen, a main floor full bathroom, main floor laundry and an additional half bath upstairs along with two bedrooms. Outside, you'll find a detached garage that provides ample storage for tools, toys, or outdoor gear. Schedule a showing today to see what could be your remote Northwoods home or retreat. * please see SD in regards to railroad ties on the property *
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Market trends in 49903, MI
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
93.0%
+0.7% MoM
Median sale price
$60,000
$725K MoM
Avg. days on market
148d
148 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 472 Cable Lake Rd
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50178908
Sep 17, 2025
Sold
$150,000
$125/sq ft
Sep 17, 2025
Sold
$150,000
$125/sq ft
Sep 2, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2025
Price Changed
$169,000
$141/sq ft
Jun 18, 2025
Listed
$174,500
$145/sq ft
Jun 18, 2025
Listed
$169,000
$141/sq ft
Whether you're looking for a full-time off -grid residence or a peaceful up-north escape, this property offers privacy, natural beauty, and rustic character all in one unique package. This log cabin sits on 12+/- wooded acres on the North side of Cable Lake Rd. This cabin offers easy access on a year round road and has all the essentials for comfortable off-grid living including a drilled well, a full septic system, a generator for power and wood stove for heat. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully hand-crafted lodge-like stone fireplace as the centerpiece of the open living/ dining area, perfect for chilly northern nights. There is also a barrel wood stove in the living room, the main heat source. The cabinetry is all custom made along with many of the interior doors. There is a galley-style kitchen, a main floor full bathroom, main floor laundry and an additional half bath upstairs along with two bedrooms. Outside, you'll find a detached garage that provides ample storage for tools, toys, or outdoor gear. Schedule a showing today to see what could be your remote Northwoods home or retreat. * please see SD in regards to railroad ties on the property *
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$620 (−55.3%)
2024
$1,384 (+7.0%)
2023
$1,294 (+21.6%)
2022
$1,064 (−13.0%)
2021
$1,223 (+0.5%)
2020
$1,216 (+1.7%)
2019
$1,196 (+177.5%)
2011
$431 (−54.6%)
2008
$950
Tax history for 472 Cable Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$620 (−55.3%)
2024
$1,384 (+7.0%)
2023
$1,294 (+21.6%)
2022
$1,064 (−13.0%)
2021
$1,223 (+0.5%)
2020
$1,216 (+1.7%)
2019
$1,196 (+177.5%)
2011
$431 (−54.6%)
2008
$950
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
UTILITIES: Electricity Not Available, Propane, Water Available, Water Connected
Heat/Fuel Type: Wood
Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
Water: Drilled Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Other-See Remarks
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1200
School Information
School District: Forest Park School District
School District: Forest Park School District
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: From Crystal Falls, head North on US-141 for about 22 miles. Turn left onto Cable Lake road. The property will be about 2.5 miles down the road on your right.
Municipality: Hematite Twp
Mail City: Crystal Falls
Subdivision: None
Municipality: Hematite Twp
Area (Municipality): Hematite Twp (36008)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,584
Stories: —
Lot Size: 20 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Iron County
APN: 003-214-003-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
Around this home
Schools
Forest Park School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 22.0mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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 93° 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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Covington, MI • 49919
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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$179,000 – $217,000
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