**NEW INCENTIVE-Seller offering $10k towards closing or updates.** This meticulously cared-for Hiawatha log home sits on 17 beautiful acres with 450' of frontage on Bar Lake, located just over a mile from Lake Michigan north of Manistee! A picturesque long drive leads to a private, peaceful retreat featuring custom woodwork and thoughtful finishes showcasing the distinctive character of this gorgeous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the extra amenities such as the hunting blind near the lake, paddle boat & canoe. Multiple barns and storage areas. Recent updates include new garage doors (2026); water filtration system, tankless water heater, and saltwater tank (2025). Enjoy modern conveniences including Starlink, Nest thermostat, exterior security cameras, automatic lighting and de-icing strips. Located near all that Northern Michigan has to offer, this one-of-a-kind property has the privacy, recreation, character & natural beauty you've been looking for! Walkout lower level facing Bar Lake has new decorative field stone and boulders, retaining walls, and drainage systems being installed in October 2026.
* * NEW INCENTIVE-Seller offering $10k towards closing or updates. * * This meticulously cared-for Hiawatha log home sits on 17 beautiful acres with 450' of frontage on Bar Lake, located just over a mile from Lake Michigan north of Manistee! A picturesque long drive leads to a private, peaceful retreat featuring custom woodwork and thoughtful finishes showcasing the distinctive character of this gorgeous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the extra amenities such as the hunting blind near the lake, paddle boat & canoe. Multiple barns and storage areas. Recent updates include new garage doors (2026); water filtration system, tankless water heater, and saltwater tank (2025). Enjoy modern conveniences including Starlink, Nest thermostat, exterior security cameras, automatic lighting and de-icing strips. Located near all that Northern Michigan has to offer, this one-of-a-kind property has the privacy, recreation, character & natural beauty you've been looking for!
REALCOMP #67026043097
Oct 24, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 13, 2026
Listed
$975,000
$270/sq ft
+87
* * NEW INCENTIVE-Seller offering $10k towards closing or updates. * * This meticulously cared-for Hiawatha log home sits on 17 beautiful acres with 450' of frontage on Bar Lake, located just over a mile from Lake Michigan north of Manistee! A picturesque long drive leads to a private, peaceful retreat featuring custom woodwork and thoughtful finishes showcasing the distinctive character of this gorgeous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the extra amenities such as the hunting blind near the lake, paddle boat & canoe. Multiple barns and storage areas. Recent updates include new garage doors (2026); water filtration system, tankless water heater, and saltwater tank (2025). Enjoy modern conveniences including Starlink, Nest thermostat, exterior security cameras, automatic lighting and de-icing strips. Located near all that Northern Michigan has to offer, this one-of-a-kind property has the privacy, recreation, character & natural beauty you've been looking for!Walkout lower level facing Bar Lake has new decorative field stone and boulders, retaining walls, and drainage systems being installed in October 2026.
SW Michigan MLS #15047233
Sep 27, 2021
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2015
Listed
$449,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 3, 2018
Sold
$372,000
$103/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #17052035
Jan 19, 2018
Sold
$369,000
$102/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$349,900
$97/sq ft
REALCOMP #67017052035
Jan 19, 2018
Sold
$369,000
$102/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$349,900
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 16, 2017
Sold
$330,400
$92/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1154674
Mar 4, 2017
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2015
Listed
$449,000
$124/sq ft
REALCOMP #67015047233
Mar 4, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 29, 2015
Listed
$449,000
$124/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001154674
Mar 4, 2017
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2015
Listed
$449,000
$124/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1143823
May 8, 2014
Sold
$455,000
$126/sq ft
Jan 17, 2014
Listed
$469,000
$130/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #13066580
May 9, 2014
Sold
$455,000
$126/sq ft
Nov 26, 2013
Listed
$469,000
$130/sq ft
REALCOMP #67013066580
May 9, 2014
Sold
$455,000
$126/sq ft
Nov 26, 2013
Listed
$469,000
$130/sq ft
REALCOMP #67012063533
Oct 2, 2013
Listing Removed
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Dec 5, 2012
Listed
$479,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,985 (−56.8%)
2024
$6,905 (+10.2%)
2023
$6,267 (+5.0%)
2022
$5,970 (+3.2%)
2021
$5,783 (+11.6%)
2020
$5,184
2019
$5,181 (+29.0%)
2018
$4,017 (+2.1%)
2017
$3,935 (−4.8%)
2016
$4,135 (+0.3%)
2015
$4,122 (+83.2%)
2014
$2,250 (+2.3%)
2013
$2,199
Public record
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Lot size
9.22 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manistee County
APN
07-130-010-10
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
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, 12 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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Manistee. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 302 E Kott Rd
$910,858
$64K under list price of $975K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $225K to $820K.