Unique opportunity! Nestled on 2 secluded acres with access to School Section Lake, this charming berm-style home offers affordable living in a peaceful setting. Featuring 2 bedrooms, this quaint property also includes a pole barn, storage shed, and additional storage units, providing plenty of space for your hobbies and equipment. Whether you're looking for a cottage getaway, weekend retreat, investment opportunity, or the perfect starter home, this property has incredible potential. With a little cleanup and personal touch, you can transform it into your own private retreat. Located in the heart of the lakes in a highly sought-after area, opportunities like this don't come along often. Don't miss your chance to own an affordable property with privacy, lake access, and endless possibilities
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
2.36 acresLot Size
$113Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tom Garner• Century 21 White House Realty
Bought with Tom Garner• Century 21 White House Realty
Est. $1,672 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 9841 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SW Michigan MLS #26040362
Oct 19, 2026
Sold
$97,500
$113/sq ft
Oct 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 30, 2026
Price Changed
$99,900
$116/sq ft
Aug 31, 2026
Price Changed
$129,900
$150/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$139,900
$162/sq ft
Aug 3, 2026
Listed
$149,900
$173/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70550019
Oct 19, 2026
Sold
$97,500
$113/sq ft
Oct 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 30, 2026
Price Changed
$99,900
$116/sq ft
Aug 31, 2026
Price Changed
$129,900
$150/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$139,900
$162/sq ft
Aug 3, 2026
Listed
$149,900
$173/sq ft
Unique opportunity! Nestled on 2 secluded acres with access to School Section Lake, this charming berm-style home offers affordable living in a peaceful setting. Featuring 2 bedrooms, this quaint property also includes a pole barn, storage shed, and additional storage units, providing plenty of space for your hobbies and equipment. Whether you're looking for a cottage getaway, weekend retreat, investment opportunity, or the perfect starter home, this property has incredible potential. With a little cleanup and personal touch, you can transform it into your own private retreat. Located in the heart of the lakes in a highly sought-after area, opportunities like this don't come along often. Don't miss your chance to own an affordable property with privacy, lake access, and endless possibilities
REALCOMP #72026040362
Oct 19, 2026
Sold
$97,500
$113/sq ft
Oct 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 30, 2026
Price Changed
$99,900
$116/sq ft
Aug 31, 2026
Price Changed
$129,900
$150/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$139,900
$162/sq ft
Aug 3, 2026
Listed
$149,900
$173/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.36 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
864
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mecosta County
APN
11 070 034 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
Nov 10, 2025 • Final
Building
Addition
Oct 29, 2015 • Final
Electrical
Install electrical systems for a pole building.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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: Wall Furnace, Wood
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 5
Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Room Information
Basement: Daylight, Slab, Other
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Area Total: 864
Construction Materials: Block
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1975
Roof: Metal
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 2.36
Lot Size Area: 2.36
Lot Size Units: Acres
Water Body Name: School Section Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 864.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $1,606
Tax Assessed Value: $36,209
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Electric Water Heater
Location
School Information
High School District: Chippewa Hills
Location Information
Directions: West School Section Lake Dr. West on River Rd (Its hard to see) ! Then follow dirt road and stay right at the "Y" See signs.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 864
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: —
County: Mecosta County
APN: 11 070 034 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mecosta Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.9mi
7/10
Chippewa Hills High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% 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
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mecosta, MI • 49332
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in Mecosta. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$95,000 – $115,000
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