Nestled on 5 beautifully wooded acres just minutes from Manistique, this well-maintained 3-bedroom home built in 2003 offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and country living. The main floor features true one-level living with two bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry, while the warm and inviting living room showcases soaring vaulted ceilings and a stunning stone-surround wood stove that serves as the primary heat source, complemented by electric baseboard heat and natural gas available at the home. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious third bedroom overlooking the open living area below. Step outside to enjoy the expansive wrap-around covered porch—ideal for relaxing summer evenings and taking in the peaceful setting. The 26x36 detached garage is finished, insulated, and heated, creating the perfect space for storing recreational vehicles, working on projects, or gathering with friends, and additional outbuildings include a covered wood storage area and a 16x16 shed with a roll-up door for your lawn equipment. The wooded acreage offers excellent hunting opportunities with abundant deer and turkey, and the property is accessed by a gravel drive off a year-round paved road. Serviced by a well and septic system, plus High-speed internet is already connected, and all appliances, along with a deer blind and chicken coop/pen, are included—making this a turnkey opportunity to enjoy rural living with close-to-town convenience.
Est. $2,096 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 856 N River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50200476
Apr 21, 2026
Sold
$255,000
$200/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Contingent
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Mar 2, 2026
Listed
$255,000
$200/sq ft
Nestled on 5 beautifully wooded acres just minutes from Manistique, this well-maintained 3-bedroom home built in 2003 offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and country living. The main floor features true one-level living with two bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry, while the warm and inviting living room showcases soaring vaulted ceilings and a stunning stone-surround wood stove that serves as the primary heat source, complemented by electric baseboard heat and natural gas available at the home. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious third bedroom overlooking the open living area below. Step outside to enjoy the expansive wrap-around covered porch—ideal for relaxing summer evenings and taking in the peaceful setting. The 26x36 detached garage is finished, insulated, and heated, creating the perfect space for storing recreational vehicles, working on projects, or gathering with friends, and additional outbuildings include a covered wood storage area and a 16x16 shed with a roll-up door for your lawn equipment. The wooded acreage offers excellent hunting opportunities with abundant deer and turkey, and the property is accessed by a gravel drive off a year-round paved road. Serviced by a well and septic system, plus High-speed internet is already connected, and all appliances, along with a deer blind and chicken coop/pen, are included—making this a turnkey opportunity to enjoy rural living with close-to-town convenience.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10021917
Feb 29, 2016
Sold
$122,500
$96/sq ft
Apr 29, 2015
Listed
$130,000
$102/sq ft
Rural home on 5 acres located just minutes from Manistique. This home was built in 2003 and features a 2 sided wrap around covered porch, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, open living/dining area and kitchen with appliances included. Also includes a large, 2 car detached and insulated garage. This one is a must see!
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Schoolcraft County
APN
77-005-133-030-50
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Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Dimensions: 26x36
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage
Parking: 2 Spaces, Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Living Room, First Flr Full Bathroom
Site Description: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Large Lot - 65+ Ft.
Lot Size: 445,495
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 5.06
Roads: City/County, Paved Street, Year Round
Frontage: 445
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value Year: 2025
Taxable Value: $53,775
Total Tax Year: 2025
Total Tax Amount: $1,240.90
Summer Tax Year: 2025
Summer Tax Amount: $600.39
Winter Tax Year: 2025
Winter Tax Amount: $640.51
Utilities
Utility Information
ELECTRIC: 100 Amp Service
SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT: Wood
UTILITIES: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Internet Spectrum
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric, Wood
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Electric Heat
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1276
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 US Hwy 2 take River Road, follow to house number.
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Manistique Twp
Mail City: Manistique
Subdivision: None
Municipality: Manistique Twp
Area (Municipality): Manistique Twp (77008)
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Schoolcraft County
APN: 77-005-133-030-50
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2023
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
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Around this home
Schools
Emerald Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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Manistique Middle And High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Manistique. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.