Unique opportunity near Matson's Campground and the Big Manistee River! This 1-acre getaway is surrounded by hundreds of acres of Manistee National Forest, offering unmatched privacy with no other homes in sight. The long-time family hunting and vacation retreat features 2 bedrooms, a loft, multiple sleeping areas, and a large detached garage. It's rustic and ready for updates but offers great potential as a base camp for hunting, fishing, and all things outdoors. Heated by wood stove with a propane tank on-site. Located in Brown Township, just 10 minutes from Manistee and Lake Michigan. A true up-north escape for nature lovers, outdoorsmen, or anyone seeking peace and seclusion. Schedule your tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Therran Ferguson• Essential Real Estate
Bought with Therran Ferguson• Essential Real Estate
Unique opportunity near Matson's Campground and the Big Manistee River! This 1-acre getaway is surrounded by hundreds of acres of Manistee National Forest, offering unmatched privacy with no other homes in sight. The long-time family hunting and vacation retreat features 2 bedrooms, a loft, multiple sleeping areas, and a large detached garage. It's rustic and ready for updates but offers great potential as a base camp for hunting, fishing, and all things outdoors. Heated by wood stove with a propane tank on-site. Located in Brown Township, just 10 minutes from Manistee and Lake Michigan. A true up-north escape for nature lovers, outdoorsmen, or anyone seeking peace and seclusion. Schedule your tour today!
REALCOMP #67025027329
Sep 24, 2025
Sold
$60,000
$37/sq ft
Aug 7, 2025
Contingent
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Jun 26, 2025
Price Changed
$119,000
$72/sq ft
Jun 9, 2025
Listed
$132,500
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1993
Sold
$32,500
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$252 (−75.7%)
2024
$1,034 (+6.5%)
2023
$971 (+4.9%)
2022
$926 (+4.9%)
2021
$883 (+2.6%)
2020
$860 (+1.0%)
2019
$852 (+2.2%)
2018
$833 (+2.1%)
2017
$817 (+1.1%)
2016
$808 (+0.2%)
2015
$806 (+1.1%)
2014
$797 (+3.0%)
2013
$774
Tax history for 7470 Becker Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$252 (−75.7%)
2024
$1,034 (+6.5%)
2023
$971 (+4.9%)
2022
$926 (+4.9%)
2021
$883 (+2.6%)
2020
$860 (+1.0%)
2019
$852 (+2.2%)
2018
$833 (+2.1%)
2017
$817 (+1.1%)
2016
$808 (+0.2%)
2015
$806 (+1.1%)
2014
$797 (+3.0%)
2013
$774
*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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Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manistee County
APN
03-029-006-00
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on May 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: LP Tank Owned
# of Rooms Total: 7
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,642
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1940
Roof: Asphalt
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 1.0
Lot Size Area: 1.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Water Body Name: Manistee River
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1642.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,032
Tax Assessed Value: $21,738
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Propane Water Heater
Location
School Information
High School District: Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
Location Information
Directions: M-55/Caberfae Hwy to Skocelas Road. North to Becker Road West to Property located on the Northside of the road.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Manistee County
APN: 03-029-006-00
Home facts updated by county records on May 22, 2026
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KND Elementary
Public K-6 • Assigned • 6.8mi
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Brethren Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
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Brethren High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$195,000 – $237,000
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