Welcome to your Up North retreat! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on an expansive 16.74 acres of serene, private land bordered by the Mackinaw State Forest to the south and east, and the Rainy River to the north, offering 200 feet of river frontage with a wrap-around deck and two separate viewing platforms to take in the peaceful views. Step inside to find a fully furnished, move-in ready home featuring a cozy 4-season room with heat and air overlooking the river, the perfect spot for year-round relaxation. The sale includes all appliances, All Furniture, a 7,000-watt backup generator, underground electric, underground fiber optic internet, and the rare bonus of natural gas service. Major updates were done in 2012, including a new furnace, A/C, and septic system, and. Metal Roof! Outside, the property has everything you need: a 28x32 3.5-car garage, 30x20 pole barn, 12x10 shed, and an 8x8 greenhouse for your gardening projects. There’s even a pond stocked with fish, adding to the beauty and enjoyment of this outdoor paradise. Hosting guests is easy with 5 RV campsites, 3 of which offer 30-amp electric and water hookups, while 2 have 15-amp solar connections. This unique property includes three separate parcels with three parcel IDs, giving you the flexibility to keep all 16+ acres or divide and keep what you want. Surrounded by state land and with the Rainy River and your own pond right at your doorstep, this is an outdoor lover’s dream, ideal for fishing, kayaking, hunting, or simply unwinding in nature. 1 Mile from Black Lake Fully furnished and ready for you to enjoy from day one, don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind slice of Northern Michigan!
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
16.74 acresLot Size
$195Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Mark Ellis• Real Estate One Port Huron
Bought with Mark Ellis• Real Estate One Port Huron
Welcome to your Up North retreat! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on an expansive 16.74 acres of serene, private land bordered by the Mackinaw State Forest to the south and east, and the Rainy River to the north, offering 200 feet of river frontage with a wrap-around deck and two separate viewing platforms to take in the peaceful views. Step inside to find a fully furnished, move-in ready home featuring a cozy 4-season room with heat and air overlooking the river, the perfect spot for year-round relaxation. The sale includes all appliances, All Furniture, a 7,000-watt backup generator, underground electric, underground fiber optic internet, and the rare bonus of natural gas service. Major updates were done in 2012, including a new furnace, A/C, and septic system, and. Metal Roof! Outside, the property has everything you need: a 28x32 3.5-car garage, 30x20 pole barn, 12x10 shed, and an 8x8 greenhouse for your gardening projects. There's even a pond stocked with fish, adding to the beauty and enjoyment of this outdoor paradise. Hosting guests is easy with 5 RV campsites, 3 of which offer 30-amp electric and water hookups, while 2 have 15-amp solar connections. This unique property includes three separate parcels with three parcel IDs, giving you the flexibility to keep all 16+ acres or divide and keep what you want. Surrounded by state land and with the Rainy River and your own pond right at your doorstep, this is an outdoor lover's dream, ideal for fishing, kayaking, hunting, or simply unwinding in nature. 1 Mile from Black Lake Fully furnished and ready for you to enjoy from day one, don't miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind slice of Northern Michigan!
Greater Lansing AoR #50181563
Aug 21, 2025
Sold
$250,000
$167/sq ft
Jul 21, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 14, 2025
Listed
$249,900
$167/sq ft
Welcome to your Up North retreat! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on an expansive 16.74 acres of serene, private land bordered by the Mackinaw State Forest to the south and east, and the Rainy River to the north, offering 200 feet of river frontage with a wrap-around deck and two separate viewing platforms to take in the peaceful views. Step inside to find a fully furnished, move-in ready home featuring a cozy 4-season room with heat and air overlooking the river, the perfect spot for year-round relaxation. The sale includes all appliances, All Furniture, a 7,000-watt backup generator, underground electric, underground fiber optic internet, and the rare bonus of natural gas service. Major updates were done in 2012, including a new furnace, A/C, and septic system, and. Metal Roof! Outside, the property has everything you need: a 28x32 3.5-car garage, 30x20 pole barn, 12x10 shed, and an 8x8 greenhouse for your gardening projects. There’s even a pond stocked with fish, adding to the beauty and enjoyment of this outdoor paradise. Hosting guests is easy with 5 RV campsites, 3 of which offer 30-amp electric and water hookups, while 2 have 15-amp solar connections. This unique property includes three separate parcels with three parcel IDs, giving you the flexibility to keep all 16+ acres or divide and keep what you want. Surrounded by state land and with the Rainy River and your own pond right at your doorstep, this is an outdoor lover’s dream, ideal for fishing, kayaking, hunting, or simply unwinding in nature. 1 Mile from Black Lake Fully furnished and ready for you to enjoy from day one, don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind slice of Northern Michigan!
WWMLS #201835904
Aug 21, 2025
Sold
$250,000
$167/sq ft
Jul 21, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2025
Listed
$249,900
$167/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$583 (−39.5%)
2024
$965 (+0.2%)
2023
$963 (+5.2%)
2022
$916 (+14.2%)
2021
$802 (+0.2%)
2020
$800 (+1.9%)
2019
$785 (+2.2%)
2018
$768 (+1.9%)
2017
$754 (+1.5%)
2016
$743 (+0.4%)
2015
$740 (−0.4%)
2014
$743 (−0.5%)
2013
$747
Tax history for 2951 N Palmer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$583 (−39.5%)
2024
$965 (+0.2%)
2023
$963 (+5.2%)
2022
$916 (+14.2%)
2021
$802 (+0.2%)
2020
$800 (+1.9%)
2019
$785 (+2.2%)
2018
$768 (+1.9%)
2017
$754 (+1.5%)
2016
$743 (+0.4%)
2015
$740 (−0.4%)
2014
$743 (−0.5%)
2013
$747
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.04 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Presque Isle County
APN
090-009-000-070-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3.5
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Building Information
Direction Faces: North
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,500
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 245
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size : irregular
Lot Size Acres: 16.74
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,144.11
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Onaway Area Comm School District
Location Information
Subdivision Name: none
Cross Street: N of Allis Hwy
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Presque Isle County
APN: 090-009-000-070-00
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: MiRealSource
Around this home
Schools
Onaway Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
3/10
Onaway Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
Onaway Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
4/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% 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
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Onaway, MI • 49765
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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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