Absolutely stunning 42.7-acre parcel featuring gently rolling terrain, 12.5-acre woodlot, breathtaking panoramic countryside views, and exceptional development and recreational opportunities. With access from two county-maintained roads, the property offers approximately 1,419 feet of frontage along N. Payne Lake Road along the western boundary and an additional 66 feet of frontage along Bowen Mills Road to the north, providing excellent accessibility and flexibility for future use. This remarkable property is known for its substantial gravel deposits, outstanding deer and turkey hunting, and multiple potential building sites, making it an ideal investment, private estate, recreational retreat, or residential development opportunity. Essential utilities are readily available, including natural gas, fiber-optic internet, electricity, and telephone service along N. Payne Lake Road. A public sewer main is conveniently located near the northern access point... further enhancing the property's development potential. Ideally situated just two miles north of public all-sports Gun Lake and one mile north of public Payne Lake, this property also lies within one mile of the Yankee Springs Recreational Area & Barry County State Game Area, providing 22,000 acres of public land for year-round hunting, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, hunting fishing lakes, and outdoor recreation. This is a rare opportunity to own a premier Southwest Michigan acreage offering spectacular views, abundant wildlife, excellent infrastructure, and unlimited potential. Grand Rapids to the north and Kalamazoo to the south are located equal distance from the subject, approximately a 35 minute drive.
Vacant landProperty Type
42.7 acresLot Size
$16,803Price/Acres
Listed by RJ Johnson• Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
Bought with Evan DeVisser• MOXIE Real Estate + Development
Absolutely stunning 42.7-acre parcel featuring gently rolling terrain, 12.5-acre woodlot, breathtaking panoramic countryside views, and exceptional development and recreational opportunities. With access from two county-maintained roads, the property offers approximately 1,419 feet of frontage along N. Payne Lake Road along the western boundary and an additional 66 feet of frontage along Bowen Mills Road to the north, providing excellent accessibility and flexibility for future use. This remarkable property is known for its substantial gravel deposits, outstanding deer and turkey hunting, and multiple potential building sites, making it an ideal investment, private estate, recreational retreat, or residential development opportunity. Essential utilities are readily available, including natural gas, fiber-optic internet, electricity, and telephone service along N. Payne Lake Road. A public sewer main is conveniently located near the northern access point. ..
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Public record
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Vacant Land
County
Barry County
APN
1600790202
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Last updated by owner on Jul 18, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Recreational, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 42.7
Lot Size Area: 42.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Pond
Waterfront Features: Pond
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Acreage
Current Use: Recreational, Hunting
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $2,222.13
Tax Assessed Value: $44,502
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Location
School Information
High School District: Thornapple Kellogg
Location Information
Directions: N Payne Lake Road, east on Bowens Mill Road to 196 Alpha Drive, go south into the property. Drive extends south into the property. The strip of land extending south off Bowens Mill Road is owned by the Seller in Fee Simple Interest.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Barry County
APN: 1600790202
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 18, 2026
Around this home
3/100 Car-Dependent27/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Page Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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Thornapple Kellogg Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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Thornapple Kellogg High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor 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
Middleville, MI • 49333
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$763,000 – $924,000
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