Otter Lake Fire Tower Lookout and possibly the highest deer blind in the state of Michigan for sale! 4 acres of beautiful land with a 100 ft tall fire tower. The property also comes with 2 storage containers and a 5th wheel camper. The property has electric on site, including 100 amp, 220 amp and RV hook-ups. Seller stated that the mountain tops in Canada can be seen on a clear day. The views are breathtaking. The tower itself is insulated and has electric - there is even an elevator that takes you up and down. The pictures do not do it justice. This site could be a unique one-of-a-kind hunting property or a great location for preppers. Dozens of deer at one time have been seen in the field next to the Tower. A variety of birds and other wildlife frequent the property as well. The Otter Lake boat launch is nearby, as well as the Sturgeon River. The property is on a quiet, year-round, dead end road. The soil is sandy with a small portion of the land being woods. The tower DOES NOT have to be moved, however is sold "as-is". Very motivated seller. Call your agent today and schedule a showing on this one-of-a-kind property.
Vacant landProperty Type
4 acresLot Size
$8,750Price/Acres
Listed by SCOTT SYRJALA• COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT REALTORS
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Baraga Area High School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Interior features
Partially wooded
Bluff on property
Survey on file
Exterior features
Bay, canal and lake views
Rural views
Road frontage
Year-round gravel city/county road access
Shed on site
Gazebo on site
Outhouse on site
Camper/trailer on site
Home design
Vacant land / dockominium
Vacant land style
Rural location
Not in a subdivision
Faces road
Parking
Road frontage access
Construction
Agricultural and residential zoning
4 acres
Utilities
No utilities on site
No water
No sewer/septic
Gas/propane available on site
Flood insurance not required
Not in a floodplain
Sale and tax history for 12129 Tower Rd Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50221456
Sep 23, 2026
Pending
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Sep 10, 2026
Listed
$35,000
+31
Otter Lake Fire Tower Lookout and possibly the highest deer blind in the state of Michigan for sale! 4 acres of beautiful land with a 100 ft tall fire tower. The property also comes with 2 storage containers and a 5th wheel camper. The property has electric on site, including 100 amp, 220 amp and RV hook-ups. Seller stated that the mountain tops in Canada can be seen on a clear day. The views are breathtaking. The tower itself is insulated and has electric - there is even an elevator that takes you up and down. The pictures do not do it justice. This site could be a unique one-of-a-kind hunting property or a great location for preppers. Dozens of deer at one time have been seen in the field next to the Tower. A variety of birds and other wildlife frequent the property as well. The Otter Lake boat launch is nearby, as well as the Sturgeon River. The property is on a quiet, year-round, dead end road. The soil is sandy with a small portion of the land being woods. The tower DOES NOT have to be moved, however is sold "as-is". Very motivated seller. Call your agent today and schedule a showing on this one-of-a-kind property.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50118415
Jan 6, 2026
Listing Removed
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Aug 7, 2025
Price Changed
$49,900
Jul 2, 2025
Listing Removed
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Oct 23, 2024
Price Changed
$55,000
Sep 1, 2024
Listing Removed
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Nov 1, 2023
Price Changed
$69,500
Aug 10, 2023
Listed
$75,000
UPAR #1
Aug 7, 2025
Price Changed
$49,900
Oct 23, 2024
Price Changed
$55,000
Nov 1, 2023
Price Changed
$69,500
Greater Lansing AoR #10065264
Nov 4, 2021
Sold
$49,000
Dec 11, 2020
Listed
$49,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$267 (+3.0%)
2024
$259 (+46.5%)
2023
$177 (+115.0%)
2022
$82 (−40.2%)
2021
$138 (+218.8%)
2020
$43 (−67.6%)
2019
$133
Public record
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Lot size
4 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Baraga County
APN
002-068-005-50
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 12 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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Historical weather
Pelkie, MI • 49958
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Pelkie. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 12129 Tower Rd Rd
$32,494
$2,506 under list price of $35K
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