Check out this 4 bedroom lake cottage on beautiful Cranberry Lake in Clare County. There is only one word for this view…. WOW!!!!!! This cottage sits on a point overlooking the lake, on over 1.4 acres. Enjoy stunning panoramic views and over 103 ft of sandy bottom lakefront, located on a dead end road on the east side of the lake. You’ll love the stunning sunset views in the evening. This home has all of the 1970-something look with a spiral staircase to the sleeping loft, wrought iron railings, wood burning stove and more. Keep the old-style look or remodel to your own liking. The exterior of the home features vinyl siding, open open deck facing the water, a newer well, rock landscaping, a 12x24 boathouse, 24x24 detached garage with 2 lean-to’s. All of this sits out on a point with a view you will adore! Hurry!!! Make your appointment soon! This won’t last long. (Seller won't be considering offers until after 5pm Monday, May 22nd)
Check out this 4 bedroom lake cottage on beautiful Cranberry Lake in Clare County. There is only one word for this view…. WOW!!!!!! This cottage sits on a point overlooking the lake, on over 1.4 acres. Enjoy stunning panoramic views and over 103 ft of sandy bottom lakefront, located on a dead end road on the east side of the lake. You’ll love the stunning sunset views in the evening. This home has all of the 1970-something look with a spiral staircase to the sleeping loft, wrought iron railings, wood burning stove and more. Keep the old-style look or remodel to your own liking. The exterior of the home features vinyl siding, open open deck facing the water, a newer well, rock landscaping, a 12x24 boathouse, 24x24 detached garage with 2 lean-to’s. All of this sits out on a point with a view you will adore! Hurry!!! Make your appointment soon! This won’t last long. (Seller won't be considering offers until after 5pm Monday, May 22nd)
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,871 (+72.6%)
2024
$2,822 (+90.5%)
2023
$1,482 (+188.0%)
2022
$514 (−77.8%)
2021
$2,315 (+30.3%)
2020
$1,777 (−17.7%)
2019
$2,159 (+9.9%)
2018
$1,965 (−5.2%)
2017
$2,073 (+4.0%)
2016
$1,994 (+2.8%)
2015
$1,939 (+9.8%)
2014
$1,766 (−5.4%)
2013
$1,866
Tax history for 4978 Hayes Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,871 (+72.6%)
2024
$2,822 (+90.5%)
2023
$1,482 (+188.0%)
2022
$514 (−77.8%)
2021
$2,315 (+30.3%)
2020
$1,777 (−17.7%)
2019
$2,159 (+9.9%)
2018
$1,965 (−5.2%)
2017
$2,073 (+4.0%)
2016
$1,994 (+2.8%)
2015
$1,939 (+9.8%)
2014
$1,766 (−5.4%)
2013
$1,866
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
640 ft.
Lot size
1.47 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,940
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clare County
APN
007-205-031-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Dimensions: 24x24
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Interior
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Interior Features
Interior Features: Furnished
Appliances: Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Wood Stove
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11 x 8
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=11
Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 4 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: Main
Bathroom 1 Length: 9
Bathroom 1 Width: 6
Dining/Kitchen Information
Dining Room Floor Covering: Vinyl
Kitchen Floor Covering: Vinyl
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimension: 11 x 10
Dining Room Level: Main
Dining Room Dimension: 13 x 10
Family/Great Room Information
Sun/Florida Room Level: Main
Sun/Florida Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Floor Covering: Carpet
Living Room Level: Main
Living Room Dimensions: 26 x 11
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Deck
Foundation Type: Crawl
Property Features
On Waterfront
Water Features: All Sports Lake, Lake Frontage, Waterfront, Beach Front
Frontage Type: Water
Property Information
Out Buildings: Pole Barn
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 1.47
Roads: Gravel
Frontage: 103
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $47,641
Total Tax Year: 2022
Total Tax Amount: $2,436.98
Summer Tax Year: 2022
Summer Tax Amount: $514.37
Winter Tax Year: 2022
Winter Tax Amount: $1,922.61
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan(S), Wall/Window A/C
Heating System: Baseboard
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1260
School Information
School District: Harrison Community Schools
School District: Harrison Community Schools
Location Details
Side of Street: W
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Hayes Twp
Mail City: Harrison
Subdivision: Cranberry Lake
Municipality: Hayes Twp
Area (Municipality): Hayes Twp (18010)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,940
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Clare County
APN: 007-205-031-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 18, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Clare Gladwin Board of REALTORS
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Schools
Robert M. Larson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
4/10
Harrison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
5/10
Harrison Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
5/10
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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 94° 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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Harrison, MI • 48625
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Estimated sale price
$290,000 – $351,000
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