This beautiful 2.66-acre parcel features 541 feet of frontage on the Rapid River, a premier Northern Michigan trout stream known for Brook, Brown, Rainbow, and Steelhead fishing. The property offers a peaceful, wooded setting and an excellent opportunity to build a private riverfront retreat surrounded by nature. Conveniently located just minutes from Torch Lake and the village of Alden, the property is also within easy reach of the Jordan, Boardman, and Manistee Rivers, and only 45 minutes from the legendary Holy Waters of the Au Sable River. Traverse City is just 30 minutes away, offering dining, shopping, and year-round recreation. Whether you're planning a custom home, fishing getaway, or quiet Up North escape, this rare Rapid River parcel offers exceptional frontage, privacy, and an ideal Northern Michigan location.
Vacant landProperty Type
2.66 acresLot Size
$122,180Price/Acres
Listed by Mark Hagan• Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
Located in Clearwater Township (mailing city Rapid City)
Directions: From Torch Lake public access, east on Crystal Beach Rd NW 0.4 mi to right onto Aarwood Rd NW 0.6 mi to left onto Plum Valley Rd to property on right
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Kalkaska County
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004-008-016-30
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Last updated by owner on Jun 2, 2026.
Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 94° expected this year, 13 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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100/ 100
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This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Rapid City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for W Plum Valley Rd NW
$293,342
$32K under list price of $325K
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