Time to get away and build your dream cottage 'Up North'! Located within steps of all-sports Ford Lake, this property features a river tributary that runs through the Southwest corner and provides a peaceful ambiance. The parcel may have the potential for several building sites and offers nearly 5 acres of level land with a mix of terrain, including mature hardwoods and pine. Wildlife is abundant, making the lot ideal for any outdoorsman or nature lover. The front part of the property is private with tall trees, while the middle of the lot is cleared and ready for building. High and dry! Just a short drive to neighboring towns and amenities, but away from the hustle and bustle of busier life. Experience Pure Michigan! Buyer and Buyer's agent to verify all information.
Vacant landProperty Type
4.56 acresLot Size
$14,833Price/Acres
Listed by Breanna McCarthy• Five Star Real Estate
Listed by Lisa Vela• Five Star Real Estate
Bought with Breanna McCarthy• Five Star Real Estate
Time to get away and build your dream cottage 'Up North'! Located within steps of all-sports Ford Lake, this property features a river tributary that runs through the Southwest corner and provides a peaceful ambiance. The parcel may have the potential for several building sites and offers nearly 5 acres of level land with a mix of terrain, including mature hardwoods and pine. Wildlife is abundant, making the lot ideal for any outdoorsman or nature lover. The front part of the property is private with tall trees, while the middle of the lot is cleared and ready for building. High and dry! Just a short drive to neighboring towns and amenities, but away from the hustle and bustle of busier life. Experience Pure Michigan! Buyer and Buyer's agent to verify all information.
REALCOMP #71023007374
Mar 5, 2024
Pending
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Mar 14, 2023
Listed
$45,000
Greater Lansing AoR #70132404
Mar 14, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 14, 2023
Listing Removed
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Dec 2, 2022
Relisted
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Nov 30, 2022
Listing Removed
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Mar 14, 2020
Listed
$45,000
REALCOMP #71020010338
Mar 14, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 14, 2020
Listed
$45,000
SW Michigan MLS #18019522
Nov 2, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 8, 2018
Listed
$49,900
Greater Lansing AoR #70102676
Nov 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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Nov 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 8, 2018
Listed
$49,900
REALCOMP #67018019522
Nov 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 8, 2018
Listed
$49,900
SW Michigan MLS #17025134
May 8, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 28, 2017
Listed
$49,900
REALCOMP #67017025134
May 8, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 26, 2017
Listed
$49,900
SW Michigan MLS #16013772
Oct 1, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 31, 2016
Listed
$49,995
REALCOMP #67016013772
Sep 30, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 31, 2016
Listed
$49,995
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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4.56 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mason County
APN
012-016-006-50
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Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.
Property details
Interior
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Exterior
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Features: Buildable, Cleared, Recreational, Tillable, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 4.56
Lot Size Area: 4.56
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront Features: All Sports, Public Access 1 Mile or Less, Stream
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Acreage
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $110.01
Tax Assessed Value: $2,538
Location
School Information
High School District: Mason Cnty Eastern
Location Information
Directions: US Highway 31/US-31 N, right onto E Mavis Road, left onto N Tuttle Road, 1st right onto E Millerton Road, left onto N Larson Road, right onto E Fountain Road. E Fountain Road becomes N Ford Lake Road. Right onto N Benson Road.
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Lot Size: 4.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Mason County
APN: 012-016-006-50
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
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Documents Available: Survey
Around this home
Schools
Mason County Eastern Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 7.7mi
4/10
Mason County Eastern Junior High/High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 7.7mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fountain, MI • 49410
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$65,000 – $78,000
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