Nestled on 80 acres just north of Big Springs, this secluded off-grid cabin offers the perfect Upper Peninsula retreat. Tucked away off the road for privacy, the cabin comes mostly furnished, making it move-in ready for your next adventure. The property features a diverse mix of high and low ground and borders thousands of acres of Federal and State land, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Located in a well-known deer yarding area, it offers excellent deer and bear hunting opportunities. Just minutes from the boat launch on Indian Lake and close to snowmobile and cross-country ski trails, this is a rare opportunity to own a peaceful getaway in the heart of nature.
Vacant landProperty Type
80 acresLot Size
$0Price/Acres
Listed by CORRINA JOHNSON• GROVER REAL ESTATE
•906-341-2131 (broker)
•dmuxlow77@gmail.com (broker)
Listed by ABBEY WOOD• GROVER REAL ESTATE
•906-341-2131 (broker)
•dmuxlow77@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with RICK SCHWEMIN• GREAT LAKES & LAND OF MARQUETTE, INC.
Nestled on 80 acres just north of Big Springs, this secluded off-grid cabin offers the perfect Upper Peninsula retreat. Tucked away off the road for privacy, the cabin comes mostly furnished, making it move-in ready for your next adventure. The property features a diverse mix of high and low ground and borders thousands of acres of Federal and State land, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Located in a well-known deer yarding area, it offers excellent deer and bear hunting opportunities. Just minutes from the boat launch on Indian Lake and close to snowmobile and cross-country ski trails, this is a rare opportunity to own a peaceful getaway in the heart of nature.
Greater Lansing AoR #10061260
Oct 3, 2019
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$164 (−71.3%)
2021
$570 (+1.4%)
2020
$563 (+262.7%)
2019
$155 (−70.0%)
2014
$517 (+0.2%)
2013
$516
Tax history for 1652 N Sawmill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$164 (−71.3%)
2021
$570 (+1.4%)
2020
$563 (+262.7%)
2019
$155 (−70.0%)
2014
$517 (+0.2%)
2013
$516
*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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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
80 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
616
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Schoolcraft County
APN
008-274-007-00
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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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2025.
Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Water Features: None
Frontage Type: Road
Lake Name: none
Property Information
Property Type: Vacant Land / Dockominium
Sub Structure Types: Outhouse
Style: Vacant Land
Lot Information
SHORELINE: Not Applicable
VIEW: Rural View
Lot Size: 13,202,640
Lot Description: Wooded, Adjoins State/Fed Land
Zoning: Recreational
Land Information
Acreage: 80
Roads: City/County, Gravel, Seasonal
Frontage: 30
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value Year: 2023
Taxable Value: $15,304
Total Tax Year: 2024
Summer Tax Year: 2024
Winter Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
UTILITIES: Electricity Not Available, Natural Gas Not Available, Sewer Not Available
Water: Point Well
Fuel On Site: Gas/Propane
Sewer Septic: None
Location
School Information
School District: Manistique Area Schools
School District: Manistique Area Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
At Ski Resort Y/N: No
Directions: From Manistique follow US2 West towards Thompson, Turn Right (North) onto M-149 and follow road signs to Big Springs (left onto 149/442, then right onto Westshore road, then right onto m149). Sawmill road is the road that goes North at the entrance of the Big Springs. Go approx. 1/2 mile and property is on the east side of road. (Just north of the Big Springs boat launch)
Municipality: Thompson Twp
Mail City: Manistique
Location: Rural, Dead End
Municipality: Thompson Twp
Area (Municipality): Thompson Twp (77013)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 616
Stories: —
Lot Size: 80 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: Schoolcraft County
APN: 008-274-007-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 18, 2025
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
Around this home
Schools
Emerald Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.0mi
4/10
Manistique Middle And High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
6/10
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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 86° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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