This rare opportunity to own 186 feet of private frontage on the south side of Portage Lake offers breathtaking views and sunsets overlooking the channel leading directly to Lake Michigan. This exceptional 1 acre parcel offers the perfect setting to build your dream waterfront home surrounded by the natural beauty and recreation that Northern Michigan is known for. Portage Lake is well known for its outstanding boating and fishing, including direct access to some of the area's sought after salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. Enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, water skiing, and endless waterfront recreation. Spend your days cruising the lake, heading through the channel into Lake Michigan, or simply taking in the peaceful beauty of waterfront living in Onekama. Perfectly positioned near some of the Midwest's most celebrated golf destinations including Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club featuring the renowned Bluffs Course, South Course, and The Dozen. Enjoy nearby dining, shopping, and the charm of the historic Victorian city of Manistee, while winter brings downhill skiing and four season resort activities at Crystal Mountain along with nearby snowmobiling and cross country skiing trails throughout the region. A truly special Northern Michigan waterfront setting combining recreation, relaxation, and year round adventure. Current driveway/access to be vacated. New driveway/access to be established via Crescent Beach Road. * * * PLEASE do not walk the property without prior permission. Contact the listing agent Tracy Johnson before accessing the land. * * *
Vacant landProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
$1,000,000Price/Acres
Listed by Tracy Johnson• Five Star Real Estate-Commerce
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
5/10
Manistee High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
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Interior features
On waterfront
All-sports lake access (Portage Lake)
Exterior features
Paved street access (Crescent Beach Road just east of the south pier)
184 feet of frontage
Waterfront lot on Portage Lake
Landscaping/terrain: vacant land
Home design
Vacant land / dockominium
Vacant land parcel
Located in a township (Manistee Twp)
Construction
Approximately 1 acre
Sale and tax history for 0000 Crescent Beach Rd
Sale History
Tax History
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Event
Price
REALCOMP #20261032865
May 11, 2026
Listed
$1,000,000
+11
This rare opportunity to own 186 feet of private frontage on the south side of Portage Lake offers breathtaking views and sunsets overlooking the channel leading directly to Lake Michigan. This exceptional 1 acre parcel offers the perfect setting to build your dream waterfront home surrounded by the natural beauty and recreation that Northern Michigan is known for. Portage Lake is well known for its outstanding boating and fishing, including direct access to some of the area’s sought after salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. Enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, water skiing, and endless waterfront recreation. Spend your days cruising the lake, heading through the channel into Lake Michigan, or simply taking in the peaceful beauty of waterfront living in Onekama. Perfectly positioned near some of the Midwest’s most celebrated golf destinations including Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club featuring the renowned Bluffs Course, South Course, and The Dozen. Enjoy nearby dining, shopping, and the charm of the historic Victorian city of Manistee, while winter brings downhill skiing and four season resort activities at Crystal Mountain along with nearby snowmobiling and cross country skiing trails throughout the region. A truly special Northern Michigan waterfront setting combining recreation, relaxation, and year round adventure. Current driveway/access to be vacated. New driveway/access to be established via Crescent Beach Road. * * * PLEASE do not walk the property without prior permission. Contact the listing agent Tracy Johnson before accessing the land. * * *
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60991681
May 11, 2026
Listed
$1,000,000
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Manistee County
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
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Manistee, MI • 49660
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Redfin Estimate for 0000 Crescent Beach Rd
$916,739
$83K under list price of $1.00M
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