Rare 10-acre opportunity in Kaleva, Michigan! This square 10-acre parcel offers frontage on county-maintained Makinen Road and a peaceful Northern Michigan setting with a strong blend of privacy, access, and nearby conveniences. The property features a mix of timber, abundant wildlife habitat, multiple potential building sites, electric availability, and fiber optic internet available along Makinen Road. Located between Traverse City and Ludington, this property puts you in the heart of year-round recreation. Tippy Dam, a well-known destination for salmon fishing, is approximately 15 minutes away, while Rainbow Bend on the Manistee River is roughly 10 minutes away. The Big Manistee River and Little Manistee River are also within an easy 10-20 minute drive, offering excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and exploring some of Northern Michigan's most scenic waterways. Crystal Lake is also about 20 minutes away and is known for its incredibly clear inland water, making it a favorite nearby destination for boating, swimming, and summer day trips. You're also within a comfortable drive of Bear Lake, Onekama, Manistee, Crystal Mountain, Arcadia, Lake Michigan beaches, golf courses, restaurants, marinas, public land, trails, and small-town amenities. Whether you're looking for a future homesite, cabin retreat, recreational basecamp, or long-term land investment, this Makinen Road parcel delivers a desirable mix of usable land, road frontage, outdoor recreation, and up-north lifestyle appeal.
Vacant landProperty Type
9.98 acresLot Size
$8,507Price/Acres
Listed by Alexander Hoffman• Century 21 Trophy Class
Rare 10-acre opportunity in Kaleva, Michigan!This square 10-acre parcel offers frontage on county-maintained Makinen Road and a peaceful Northern Michigan setting with a strong blend of privacy, access, and nearby conveniences. The property features a mix of timber, abundant wildlife habitat, multiple potential building sites, electric availability, and fiber optic internet available along Makinen Road. Located between Traverse City and Ludington, this property puts you in the heart of year-round recreation. Tippy Dam, a well-known destination for salmon fishing, is approximately 15 minutes away, while Rainbow Bend on the Manistee River is roughly 10 minutes away. The Big Manistee River and Little Manistee River are also within an easy 10-20 minute drive, offering excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and exploring some of Northern Michigan's most scenic waterways. Crystal Lake is also about 20 minutes away and is known for its incredibly clear inland water,
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Last updated by owner on Jul 5, 2026.
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 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Kaleva, MI • 49645
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Kaleva. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for Parcel A Makinen Rd
$79,734
$5,167 under list price of $85K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $28K to $255K.