Situated directly across from beautiful Orchard Lake, 4785 Dow Ridge Road (Tax Parcel ID 1810102001) and 4845 Dow Ridge Road (Tax Parcel ID 1810102002) are being offered together, encompassing an impressive 4.88 acres with coveted lake privileges. Currently utilized as a private recreational retreat, the properties feature raised garden spaces, archery stations, camping areas, a tennis/pickleball court, and a custom raised fort, offering endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment and future potential. Whether you envision creating a private family compound, recreational getaway, or preserving the expansive green space, these combined lots offer a rare blend of acreage, flexibility, and location just steps from Orchard Lake.
Vacant landProperty Type
4.88 acresLot Size
$530,738Price/Acres
Listed by Katherine Broock• Max Broock, REALTORS(r)-Birmingham
West Bloomfield, located between Orchard Lake and Cass Lake, is a lakeside and residential Orchard Lake Village neighborhood with winding shoreline roads and wooded pockets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Orchard Lake Road and Maple Road corridor, where boutique plazas, independent eateries, and everyday errands share the same lake-country rhythm. Housing leans toward mid-century ranches, contemporary rebuilds, and larger lakefront homes set back behind mature trees. Orchard Lake’s public shoreline and nearby trailheads shape a routine built around water views and seasonal walks. The pace feels quiet between commercial nodes, with short drives linking marinas, parks, and golf greens.
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Property details
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Frontage on Orchard Lake
Paved street access
Nearly 4.9 acres of land
Subdivision: Assrs Of Dow Ridge
Directions: Heading east on Commerce Road from Hiller Road, turn left onto Dow Ridge Road
Home design
Vacant land / Dockominium
Vacant land style
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Located in West Bloomfield School District
Mailing city: Orchard Lake
Area: Orchard Lake (63273)
Originating MLS: RealComp
Listing broker: Max Broock, REALTORS(r)-Birmingham
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Situated directly across from beautiful Orchard Lake, 4785 Dow Ridge Road (Tax Parcel ID 1810102001) and 4845 Dow Ridge Road (Tax Parcel ID 1810102002) are being offered together, encompassing an impressive 4.88 acres with coveted lake privileges. Currently utilized as a private recreational retreat, the properties feature raised garden spaces, archery stations, camping areas, a tennis/pickleball court, and a custom raised fort, offering endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment and future potential. Whether you envision creating a private family compound, recreational getaway, or preserving the expansive green space, these combined lots offer a rare blend of acreage, flexibility, and location just steps from Orchard Lake.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60997936
Jun 1, 2026
Listed
$2,590,000
Public Records
Jan 1, 1985
Sold
$135,000
Public Records
Jul 1, 1976
Sold
$28,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,675 (+0.2%)
2024
$7,663 (+0.7%)
2023
$7,610 (+14.3%)
2022
$6,655 (−7.5%)
2021
$7,193 (+1.4%)
2020
$7,096 (+1.1%)
2019
$7,023 (+1.7%)
2018
$6,907 (+1.6%)
2017
$6,801 (−0.6%)
2016
$6,842
2015
$6,841 (−0.7%)
2014
$6,889
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3.38 Acres
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Vacant Land
County
Oakland County
APN
56-18-10-102-001
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
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 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Orchard Lake, MI • 48324 2328
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41/ 100
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There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4785 Dow Ridge Rd
$2,314,341
$276K under list price of $2.59M
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