A very affordable Lake Michigan getaway! Beautiful sunsets, 700 feet of a gorgeous Lake Michigan beach and an exceptionally well maintained cottage. Silver Lake to the south and Pentwater to the north makes this a sure bet for wonderful memory making. This charmer has porches and decks galore for enjoying all types of weather. The living room has high ceilings and a wood burning fireplace to enjoy on those fall week-ends. Master bedroom, full bath and laundry room on the main floor with two large bedrooms and lots of bunk space for extra company or just the kids! A half bath on the second level makes this the perfect set-up. The cottage sits on two lots and is nicely wooded. The Lake Michigan Shores Development does not require an association fee.
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Market trends in 49436, MI
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
95.4%
0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$410K
$120 MoM
Avg. days on market
55d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
15
0 MoM
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Sale history for 4693 N Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
SW Michigan MLS #10020012
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 30, 2010
Listed
$218,500
$197/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #13008272
May 8, 2013
Sold
$160,000
$144/sq ft
Feb 7, 2013
Listed
$170,000
$153/sq ft
REALCOMP #71013008272
May 8, 2013
Sold
$160,000
$144/sq ft
Feb 7, 2013
Listed
$170,000
$153/sq ft
A very affordable Lake Michigan getaway! Beautiful sunsets, 700 feet of a gorgeous Lake Michigan beach and an exceptionally well maintained cottage. Silver Lake to the south and Pentwater to the north makes this a sure bet for wonderful memory making. This charmer has porches and decks galore for enjoying all types of weather. The living room has high ceilings and a wood burning fireplace to enjoy on those fall week-ends. Master bedroom, full bath and laundry room on the main floor with two large bedrooms and lots of bunk space for extra company or just the kids! A half bath on the second level makes this the perfect set-up. The cottage sits on two lots and is nicely wooded. The Lake Michigan Shores Development does not require an association fee.
REALCOMP #67010020012
Apr 30, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Apr 30, 2010
Listed
$218,500
$197/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$850 (−72.0%)
2022
$3,033 (+2.0%)
2021
$2,974 (+2.3%)
2020
$2,908 (+0.6%)
2019
$2,891 (−42.0%)
2018
$4,986 (+2.4%)
2017
$4,867 (+2.0%)
2016
$4,771 (+14.5%)
2014
$4,166 (−1.9%)
2013
$4,247
Tax history for 4693 N Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$850 (−72.0%)
2022
$3,033 (+2.0%)
2021
$2,974 (+2.3%)
2020
$2,908 (+0.6%)
2019
$2,891 (−42.0%)
2018
$4,986 (+2.4%)
2017
$4,867 (+2.0%)
2016
$4,771 (+14.5%)
2014
$4,166 (−1.9%)
2013
$4,247
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oceana County
APN
006-403-021-00
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 Sep 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Unpaved
Garage Information
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Kitchen Island, Pantry
# of Rooms Total: 9
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Living
Appliances: Built in Oven, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Waterfront Features: All Sports, Assoc Access, Deeded Access
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1110.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $4,018
Tax Assessed Value: $93,400
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic System
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Telephone Line
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Beach Area
Has Association
School Information
High School District: Hart
Location Information
Directions: US31 to Polk Rd exit. Polk Rd west to 56th, north to Deer Rd, west 3 miles to Scenic Dr, then head north. Scenic Dr becomes Ridge Rd. Home is located on West side of road, just south of Cedar Point County Park.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Oceana County
APN: 006-403-021-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hart Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
Hart High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
8/10
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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
6 days above 93° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mears, MI • 49436
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$372,000 – $450,000
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