This incredible 46-acre property truly has it all: a beautiful setting, multiple outbuildings, and endless possibilities just minutes from Houghton Lake. The main home offers approximately 2,000± sq. ft. with an open floor plan, 2 bedrooms, and 1.5 baths. A large enclosed porch finished in tongue-and-groove pine harvested from the property features picture windows overlooking the pond and a cozy wood stove for year-round enjoyment. A covered porch with rough-sawn lumber ceiling provides the perfect outdoor living space for relaxing or entertaining. There is a windmill located at the pond that operates a well to help keep the pond full of water in the dry months of the year. The windmill is not currently in operation, but all of the components are there, and it could easily be refurbished. A 30x40 pole barn with two large overhead doors sits next to a 20x30 heated bunkhouse that can sleep up to 16 guests. The bunkhouse has a door wall leading to the pond and offers privacy for visitors. Both buildings are plumbed and ready for wood boiler heat. Additional outbuildings include a horse barn with a tall roof for camper or boat storage, a 16x24 single-car detached garage, a chicken coop, a small stable previously used for mini horses, and an 8x12 storage shed. With a little TLC, this could be the perfect homestead or up-north retreat. The land features diverse timber, abundant wildlife deer, turkey, and bear and roughly 25 fruit-bearing apple, pear, and plum trees. There are great spots for food plots, and just to the south lies a large section of state land for even more outdoor recreation. As a bonus, the property includes an active cell tower providing steady annual income of approximately $3,900 annually and is fully transferable to the new owner. Located just minutes from Houghton Lake and about four miles from the trailhead, this rare property combines privacy, recreation, and income potential in one perfect northern Michigan setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
46 acresLot Size
$406,076Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Jeff Chilman• Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
This incredible 46-acre property truly has it all: a beautiful setting, multiple outbuildings, and endless possibilities just minutes from Houghton Lake. The main home offers approximately 2,000+/- sq. ft. with an open floor plan, 2 bedrooms, and 1.5 baths. A large enclosed porch finished in tongue-and-groove pine harvested from the property features picture windows overlooking the pond and a cozy wood stove for year-round enjoyment. A covered porch with rough-sawn lumber ceiling provides the perfect outdoor living space for relaxing or entertaining. There is a windmill located at the pond that operates a well to help keep the pond full of water in the dry months of the year. The windmill is not currently in operation, but all of the components are there, and it could easily be refurbished. A 30x40 pole barn with two large overhead doors sits next to a 20x30 heated bunkhouse that can sleep up to 16 guests. The bunkhouse has a door wall leading to the pond and offers privacy for visitors. Both buildings are plumbed and ready for wood boiler heat. Additional outbuildings include a horse barn with a tall roof for camper or boat storage, a 16x24 single-car detached garage, a chicken coop, a small stable previously used for mini horses, and an 8x12 storage shed. With a little TLC, this could be the perfect homestead or up-north retreat. The land features diverse timber, abundant wildlife deer, turkey, and bear and roughly 25 fruit-bearing apple, pear, and plum trees. There are great spots for food plots, and just to the south lies a large section of state land for even more outdoor recreation. As a bonus, the property includes an active cell tower providing steady annual income of approximately $3,900 annually and is fully transferable to the new owner. Located just minutes from Houghton Lake and about four miles from the trailhead, this rare property combines privacy, recreation, and income potential in one perfect northern Michigan setting.
SW Michigan MLS #24044977
Jul 14, 2025
Sold
$281,000
$281,000/sq ft
Jun 27, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2025
Relisted
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May 12, 2025
Pending
—
May 12, 2025
Price Changed
$369,900
$369,900/sq ft
May 6, 2025
Relisted
—
Mar 31, 2025
Pending
—
Dec 12, 2024
Price Changed
$349,000
$349,000/sq ft
Oct 17, 2024
Price Changed
$359,900
$359,900/sq ft
Aug 27, 2024
Listed
$379,000
$379,000/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70427416
Jun 27, 2025
Listing Removed
—
May 12, 2025
Price Changed
$369,900
$369,900/sq ft
Dec 12, 2024
Price Changed
$349,000
$349,000/sq ft
Oct 17, 2024
Price Changed
$359,900
$359,900/sq ft
Aug 27, 2024
Listed
$379,000
$379,000/sq ft
REALCOMP #68024044977
May 12, 2025
Price Changed
$369,900
$369,900/sq ft
Dec 12, 2024
Price Changed
$349,000
$349,000/sq ft
Oct 17, 2024
Price Changed
$359,900
$359,900/sq ft
Aug 27, 2024
Listed
$379,000
$379,000/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,580 (+5.0%)
2024
$4,363 (+74.4%)
2023
$2,502 (+7.3%)
2022
$2,331 (+2.8%)
2021
$2,268 (−0.6%)
2020
$2,282 (+2.5%)
2019
$2,227 (+3.6%)
2018
$2,149 (+3.9%)
2017
$2,069 (+1.0%)
2016
$2,049 (+2.6%)
2015
$1,998 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,966
Tax history for 5490 S Harrison Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,580 (+5.0%)
2024
$4,363 (+74.4%)
2023
$2,502 (+7.3%)
2022
$2,331 (+2.8%)
2021
$2,268 (−0.6%)
2020
$2,282 (+2.5%)
2019
$2,227 (+3.6%)
2018
$2,149 (+3.9%)
2017
$2,069 (+1.0%)
2016
$2,049 (+2.6%)
2015
$1,998 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,966
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
49.68 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,932
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Roscommon County
APN
011-233-003-0071
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Attached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Other
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 1
Room Information
Basement: Other
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Other
Building Area Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1985
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Features: Recreational, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 46.0
Lot Size Area: 46.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront Features: Pond
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 0
Tax Annual Amount: $2,503
Location
School Information
High School District: Houghton Lake
Location Information
Directions: Contact Listing Agent
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,932
Stories: —
Lot Size: 49.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Roscommon County
APN: 011-233-003-0071
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
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Schools
Collins Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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Houghton Lake High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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Estimated sale price
$386,000 – $467,000
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