Set along the scenic Laughing Whitefish River, this spacious riverfront residence offers privacy, comfort, and versatile living options in a peaceful natural setting. The main home features two bedrooms and three full bathrooms, along with a large open-concept living and kitchen area ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Two storage closets add practical convenience to the main floor layout. The lower level provides excellent additional living and guest space, offering a utility room with washer and dryer, plus two private suite-style rooms, each with two beds, one bathroom, and a full kitchen—perfect for extended family, guests, or multi-generational living. The entire residence is heated by a propane hot water heating system, providing reliable comfort year-round. Also included is an additional approximately 912-square-foot structure that offers potential for a variety of uses. This structure is currently a fixer-upper, providing an opportunity for a new owner to improve and utilize the space according to their needs. Outdoor living is enhanced by a separate screened-in river room outbuilding featuring a large picture window with peaceful river views—an ideal place to relax, dine, or enjoy the natural surroundings in any season. Additional structures include a pole barn and storage shed, offering ample space for vehicles, equipment, and recreational gear. With river frontage, multiple structures, and a tranquil natural setting, this unique property offers a rare opportunity to create your own private retreat with flexible living space and plenty of room to embrace the outdoors.
Set along the scenic Laughing Whitefish River, this spacious riverfront residence offers privacy, comfort, and versatile living options in a peaceful natural setting. The main home features two bedrooms and three full bathrooms, along with a large open-concept living and kitchen area ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Two storage closets add practical convenience to the main floor layout. The lower level provides excellent additional living and guest space, offering a utility room with washer and dryer, plus two private suite-style rooms, each with two beds, one bathroom, and a full kitchen—perfect for extended family, guests, or multi-generational living. The entire residence is heated by a propane hot water heating system, providing reliable comfort year-round. Also included is an additional approximately 912-square-foot structure that offers potential for a variety of uses. This structure is currently a fixer-upper, providing an opportunity for a new owner to improve and utilize the space according to their needs. Outdoor living is enhanced by a separate screened-in river room outbuilding featuring a large picture window with peaceful river views—an ideal place to relax, dine, or enjoy the natural surroundings in any season. Additional structures include a pole barn and storage shed, offering ample space for vehicles, equipment, and recreational gear. With river frontage, multiple structures, and a tranquil natural setting, this unique property offers a rare opportunity to create your own private retreat with flexible living space and plenty of room to embrace the outdoors.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50221418
Sep 10, 2026
Listed
$695,000
$266/sq ft
+64
UPAR #2
Aug 28, 2026
Price Changed
$585,000
$224/sq ft
Jul 15, 2026
Price Changed
$595,000
$228/sq ft
Jun 17, 2026
Price Changed
$695,000
$266/sq ft
May 5, 2026
Price Changed
$725,000
$278/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50196349
Sep 8, 2026
Listing Removed
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Aug 28, 2026
Price Changed
$585,000
$224/sq ft
Jul 15, 2026
Price Changed
$595,000
$228/sq ft
Jun 18, 2026
Price Changed
$695,000
$266/sq ft
May 5, 2026
Price Changed
$725,000
$278/sq ft
Dec 17, 2025
Listed
$750,000
$287/sq ft
UPAR #1
May 5, 2026
Price Changed
$795,000
$305/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50196395
May 27, 2026
Listing Removed
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May 5, 2026
Price Changed
$795,000
$305/sq ft
Dec 15, 2025
Listed
$825,000
$316/sq ft
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Alger County
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Last updated by owner on Dec 19, 2025.
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Deerton, MI • 49822
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in Deerton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 8285 Peter White Rd
$563,305
$22K under list price of $585K
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