Perched on a private peninsula along the tranquil shores of Mitchell Bay on Big Shag Lake, 1496 Knudsen Rd is a 3-bedroom retreat that captures the essence of four-season living. The open floor plan is anchored by a cozy fireplace, creating a warm, inviting space in the great room. Upstairs, the master suite offers a peaceful escape, while two additional bedrooms and a convenient main-floor laundry provide ease of living. An office loft overlooks the heart of the home, with stunning views of the bay. Outside, a covered porch and large deck invite you to savor the natural beauty—whether it's summer breezes, autumn colors, winter serenity, or spring’s renewal. This home offers the perfect blend of nature’s tranquility and modern comfort. To be reviewed by 10/29, noon, with a response within 24 hours.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
1.2 acresLot Size
$364Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by STEPHANIE JONES• NEXTHOME SUPERIOR LIVING
Perched on a private peninsula along the tranquil shores of Mitchell Bay on Big Shag Lake, 1496 Knudsen Rd is a 3-bedroom retreat that captures the essence of four-season living. The open floor plan is anchored by a cozy fireplace, creating a warm, inviting space in the great room. Upstairs, the master suite offers a peaceful escape, while two additional bedrooms and a convenient main-floor laundry provide ease of living. An office loft overlooks the heart of the home, with stunning views of the bay. Outside, a covered porch and large deck invite you to savor the natural beauty—whether it's summer breezes, autumn colors, winter serenity, or spring’s renewal. This home offers the perfect blend of nature’s tranquility and modern comfort. To be reviewed by 10/29, noon, with a response within 24 hours.
Public Records
Jul 16, 1999
Sold
$45,000
$31/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 1997
Sold
$60,000
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,841 (+127.6%)
2024
$3,884 (+0.2%)
2023
$3,876 (+10.2%)
2022
$3,519 (+3.1%)
2021
$3,412 (+1.5%)
2020
$3,361 (+6.3%)
2019
$3,163 (+2.6%)
2018
$3,084 (+7.9%)
2017
$2,857 (+0.4%)
2016
$2,845 (+4.0%)
2015
$2,736 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,696 (+1.9%)
2013
$2,647
Tax history for 1496 W Knudsen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,841 (+127.6%)
2024
$3,884 (+0.2%)
2023
$3,876 (+10.2%)
2022
$3,519 (+3.1%)
2021
$3,412 (+1.5%)
2020
$3,361 (+6.3%)
2019
$3,163 (+2.6%)
2018
$3,084 (+7.9%)
2017
$2,857 (+0.4%)
2016
$2,845 (+4.0%)
2015
$2,736 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,696 (+1.9%)
2013
$2,647
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.25
Lot width
600 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marquette County
APN
52-05-225-087-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Dimensions: 29x24
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage
Parking: Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Mstr Bedroom, First Flr Full Bathroom
Fireplace Features: Gas Fireplace, Great Room Fireplace
Bedroom Information
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Wood
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Wood
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Wood
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=11
Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Wood
Bathroom Information
Main Floor Full Bathroom
Has Primary Bath
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: Main
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Level: Second
Bathroom 2 Length: 11
Bathroom 2 Width: 6
Dining/Kitchen Information
Dining Room Floor Covering: Wood
Kitchen Floor Covering: Ceramic
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimension: 13 x 11
Dining Room Level: Main
Dining Room Dimension: 8 x 11
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Floor Covering: Wood
Office Floor Covering: Wood
Living Room Level: Main
Living Room Dimensions: 21 x 13
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Block, Partially Finished
Other Room Information
Other Room 1 Floor Covering: Wood
Other Room 1 Level: Second
Other Room 1 Dimensions: 10 x 14
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Deck
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Features
On Waterfront
Water Features: All Sports Lake, Lake Frontage, Waterfront, Interior Lake
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Mitchell Bay BigShag Lake
Property Information
Out Buildings: None (OtherStructures)
Property Type: Residential
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 2000
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1000
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
Legal Water Access Only: Interior Lake
SHORELINE: Mixed, Vegetation, Wooded
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Dead End, Rural, Irregular, Rolling/Hilly, Wooded
VIEW: Lake View
Site Description: Treed
Lot Size: 222,141,356,268,114,176
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 1.2
Roads: Private Road, Private no association
Frontage: 578
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Summer Tax Year: 2023
Winter Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
UTILITIES: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Propane, Sewer Not Available, Internet Spectrum, Natrl Gas Not to Property
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Boiler
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1456
School Information
School District: Gwinn Area Community Schools
School District: Gwinn Area Community Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
At Ski Resort Y/N: No
Directions: From M-35 Turn onto Serenity Dr. then Rt onto Co Rd 557 past Up North Lodge Left onto Knudsen Rd. Pass the boat launch, to 1496 on the Right.
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Forsyth Twp
Mail City: Gwinn
Subdivision: None
Municipality: Forsyth Twp
Area (Municipality): Forsyth Twp (52009)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 1.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Marquette County
APN: 52-05-225-087-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
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Schools
K.I. Sawyer Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 7.9mi
Gwinn High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$503,000 – $609,000
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