Historic Waterfront Home on Portage Lake with Access to Lake Michigan.Rare opportunity to own a piece of history on Portage Lake, one of the few inland lakes with direct access to Lake Michigan. This charming cut-stone home offers timeless character & stunning views, nestled on over 1 acre of private, park-like yard with 180 feet of sandy beach frontage. Open Floor plan with 2 upper bedrooms & 1 1/2 Bath.Enjoy warm summer nights on the expansive screened porch. A separate bunkhouse adds flexible living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garage—ideal for guests or a peaceful retreat. Whether you're swimming, boating, or watching sunsets over the water, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unparalleled lakeside lifestyle. Bunkhouse has 2 stall garage with laundry & storage. Bedrooms and living space above garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
1.73 acresLot Size
$1,171Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Gini Pelton• CENTURY 21 Northland
Bought with Portage Point Real Estate Sternberger• Portage Point Real Estate
Historic Waterfront Home on Portage Lake with Access to Lake Michigan. Rare opportunity to own a piece of history on Portage Lake, one of the few inland lakes with direct access to Lake Michigan. This charming cut-stone home offers timeless character & stunning views, nestled on over 1 acre of private, park-like yard with 180 feet of sandy beach frontage. Open Floor plan with 2 upper bedrooms & 1 1/2 Bath. Enjoy warm summer nights on the expansive screened porch. A separate bunkhouse adds flexible living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garage--ideal for guests or a peaceful retreat. Whether you're swimming, boating, or watching sunsets over the water, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unparalleled lakeside lifestyle. Bunkhouse has 2 stall garage with laundry & storage. Bedrooms and living space above garage.
SW Michigan MLS #25033123
Aug 29, 2025
Sold
$1,500,000
$1,276/sq ft
Jul 20, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2025
Listed
$1,600,000
$1,361/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70479772
Aug 29, 2025
Sold
$1,500,000
$1,276/sq ft
Aug 29, 2025
Sold
$1,500,000
$1,276/sq ft
Jul 20, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2025
Listed
$1,600,000
$1,361/sq ft
Jul 7, 2025
Listed
$1,600,000
$1,361/sq ft
Historic Waterfront Home on Portage Lake with Access to Lake Michigan. Rare opportunity to own a piece of history on Portage Lake, one of the few inland lakes with direct access to Lake Michigan. This charming cut-stone home offers timeless character & stunning views, nestled on over 1 acre of private, park-like yard with 180 feet of sandy beach frontage. Open Floor plan with 2 upper bedrooms & 1 1/2 Bath. Enjoy warm summer nights on the expansive screened porch. A separate bunkhouse adds flexible living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garage--ideal for guests or a peaceful retreat. Whether you're swimming, boating, or watching sunsets over the water, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unparalleled lakeside lifestyle.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70306024
Mar 24, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Mar 23, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2023
Listed
$1,200,000
$1,020/sq ft
REALCOMP #67023009406
Mar 23, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2023
Listed
$1,200,000
$1,020/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,313 (−27.2%)
2024
$7,300 (+9.3%)
2023
$6,678 (+4.2%)
2022
$6,409 (+3.4%)
2021
$6,198 (+2.8%)
2020
$6,026 (+1.0%)
2019
$5,966 (+5.4%)
2018
$5,662 (−0.6%)
2017
$5,695 (+1.8%)
2016
$5,594 (+0.3%)
2015
$5,579 (+3.0%)
2014
$5,415 (+12.8%)
2013
$4,799
Tax history for 2840 Crescent Beach Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,313 (−27.2%)
2024
$7,300 (+9.3%)
2023
$6,678 (+4.2%)
2022
$6,409 (+3.4%)
2021
$6,198 (+2.8%)
2020
$6,026 (+1.0%)
2019
$5,966 (+5.4%)
2018
$5,662 (−0.6%)
2017
$5,695 (+1.8%)
2016
$5,594 (+0.3%)
2015
$5,579 (+3.0%)
2014
$5,415 (+12.8%)
2013
$4,799
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.