This cozy ranch-style cottage features stunning frontage on spring-fed Bar Lake. With 240 acres of calm, quiet waters. Bar Lake offers excellent fishing for largemouth bass, pike, and panfish. From your own dock you can launch a kayak or pontoon, cast a line, or simply soak in the breathtaking views. Here you'll enjoy both sunrise and sunset from either side of your private beach, while being just down the road from Lake Michigan access—a favorite spot for swimming, sunbathing, and fishing. Conveniently located minutes from downtown Manistee, the Little River Casino, and numerous hiking and biking trails, this home is close to everything while still feeling tucked away. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat, a year-round home, or an income-producing Airbnb, this Bar Lake cottage offers it all.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Homes By Kerri LLC Mackey• Five Star Real Estate - Onekama
This cozy ranch-style cottage features stunning frontage on spring-fed Bar Lake. With 240 acres of calm, quiet waters. Bar Lake offers excellent fishing for largemouth bass, pike, and panfish. From your own dock you can launch a kayak or pontoon, cast a line, or simply soak in the breathtaking views. Here you'll enjoy both sunrise and sunset from either side of your private beach, while being just down the road from Lake Michigan access--a favorite spot for swimming, sunbathing, and fishing. Conveniently located minutes from downtown Manistee, the Little River Casino, and numerous hiking and biking trails, this home is close to everything while still feeling tucked away. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat, a year-round home, or an income-producing Airbnb, this Bar Lake cottage offers it all.
WWMLS #201838146
Nov 24, 2025
Sold
$327,000
$218/sq ft
Aug 4, 2025
Listed
$325,000
$217/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #16016052
Jun 30, 2016
Sold
$133,000
$89/sq ft
Apr 11, 2016
Listed
$139,500
$93/sq ft
REALCOMP #67016016052
Jun 30, 2016
Sold
$133,000
$89/sq ft
Apr 11, 2016
Listed
$139,500
$93/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #12012543
Apr 2, 2012
Sold
$96,100
$64/sq ft
Mar 8, 2012
Listed
$95,000
$63/sq ft
REALCOMP #67012012543
Apr 2, 2012
Sold
$96,100
$64/sq ft
Mar 8, 2012
Listed
$95,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$950 (−56.8%)
2024
$2,198 (+10.2%)
2023
$1,995 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,900 (+2.6%)
2021
$1,851 (+39.7%)
2020
$1,325 (−43.0%)
2019
$2,323 (+1.9%)
2018
$2,280 (+2.1%)
2017
$2,233 (−7.8%)
2016
$2,422 (−1.7%)
2015
$2,465 (−5.3%)
2014
$2,604 (+12.8%)
2013
$2,308
Tax history for 289 Mcnitt Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$950 (−56.8%)
2024
$2,198 (+10.2%)
2023
$1,995 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,900 (+2.6%)
2021
$1,851 (+39.7%)
2020
$1,325 (−43.0%)
2019
$2,323 (+1.9%)
2018
$2,280 (+2.1%)
2017
$2,233 (−7.8%)
2016
$2,422 (−1.7%)
2015
$2,465 (−5.3%)
2014
$2,604 (+12.8%)
2013
$2,308
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet
Location
School Information
High School District: Manistee
Location Information
Directions: Turn onto Lakeshore Road (M-110)next to Burger King head north about 3 miles to Piney Road, follow Piney to where McNitt branches off to the right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Manistee County
APN: 07-119-049-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
Manistee High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Manistee, MI • 49660
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$285,000 – $344,000
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