This fabulous waterfront home on Island Lake in Marquette County is stunning in style and quality! There is 12 acres with 368 feet of lakefront on this picture perfect lake in the north country. This is one of those homes that is tastefully unique, high end yet livable, cozy but magnificent, and a bit of the old with a whole lot of new updates. The original structure was a typical Northwoods cabin complete with stone fireplace and original Rosemaling on the beams and kitchen cupboards. It also features quaint built in wooden bunk beds. Most of the home was built in the last decade and is creatively crafted to blend with the original cabin. Here you will find features such as an English mantle, in floor heating, massive vaulted ceilings, high grade kolbe windows and doors with waterfront views, Viking range, Kohler fixtures, Weil Mclean boiler system with multiple zones, gas fireplace in the master suite, a front porch sun room overlooking the lake, and main floor laundry. There is a separate bedroom suite with a bath in the walkout area of the basement which is perfect for guests or a live-in relative. The grounds are landscaped with hundreds of perennials set among huge stone walls and terraces. On the grounds you will find a potting shed, storage shed, and a stand alone building with stained glass and vaulted ceilings. The log sauna is tempting and has steps leading to the dock for easy water access. There is decking overlooking the lake large enough for outdoor entertaining. A large garage provides plenty of storage as well. This private lakefront retreat is just minutes from M-95 making for an easy drive to Iron Mountain or Marquette. Year round access can make this an all year home or a four season retreat. Island Lake is 45 acres and over 25 feet deep with good fishing and endless peace and quiet. This home must be viewed to be appreciated. It is fantastic. The seller also owns the Island offshore which can be available if the discerning buyer so chooses.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
12.07 acresLot Size
$288Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by BOB SULLIVAN• NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS
This fabulous waterfront home on Island Lake in Marquette County is stunning in style and quality! There is 12 acres with 368 feet of lakefront on this picture perfect lake in the north country. This is one of those homes that is tastefully unique, high end yet livable, cozy but magnificent, and a bit of the old with a whole lot of new updates. The original structure was a typical Northwoods cabin complete with stone fireplace and original Rosemaling on the beams and kitchen cupboards. It also features quaint built in wooden bunk beds. Most of the home was built in the last decade and is creatively crafted to blend with the original cabin. Here you will find features such as an English mantle, in floor heating, massive vaulted ceilings, high grade kolbe windows and doors with waterfront views, Viking range, Kohler fixtures, Weil Mclean boiler system with multiple zones, gas fireplace in the master suite, a front porch sun room overlooking the lake, and main floor laundry. There is a separate bedroom suite with a bath in the walkout area of the basement which is perfect for guests or a live-in relative. The grounds are landscaped with hundreds of perennials set among huge stone walls and terraces. On the grounds you will find a potting shed, storage shed, and a stand alone building with stained glass and vaulted ceilings. The log sauna is tempting and has steps leading to the dock for easy water access. There is decking overlooking the lake large enough for outdoor entertaining. A large garage provides plenty of storage as well. This private lakefront retreat is just minutes from M-95 making for an easy drive to Iron Mountain or Marquette. Year round access can make this an all year home or a four season retreat. Island Lake is 45 acres and over 25 feet deep with good fishing and endless peace and quiet. This home must be viewed to be appreciated. It is fantastic. The seller also owns the Island offshore which can be available if the discerning buyer so chooses. You cannot produce this home for twice the price. Take one look and you will fall in love! The Island in Island Lake is also available for $99,900!
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10012891
Apr 16, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 16, 2015
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2014
Listed
$729,000
$210/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10001061
Jan 1, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jun 3, 2011
Listed
$799,000
$230/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,472 (+3.6%)
2024
$7,216 (+25.5%)
2023
$5,751 (+0.1%)
2022
$5,745 (−0.3%)
2021
$5,759 (+0.7%)
2020
$5,722 (+5.7%)
2019
$5,412 (−19.3%)
2018
$6,708 (−0.6%)
2017
$6,748 (−39.4%)
2016
$11,126 (−6.0%)
2015
$11,833 (+54.0%)
2014
$7,683 (+6.6%)
2013
$7,207
Tax history for 3946 Fence River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,472 (+3.6%)
2024
$7,216 (+25.5%)
2023
$5,751 (+0.1%)
2022
$5,745 (−0.3%)
2021
$5,759 (+0.7%)
2020
$5,722 (+5.7%)
2019
$5,412 (−19.3%)
2018
$6,708 (−0.6%)
2017
$6,748 (−39.4%)
2016
$11,126 (−6.0%)
2015
$11,833 (+54.0%)
2014
$7,683 (+6.6%)
2013
$7,207
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
368 ft.
Lot depth
244 ft.
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,479
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marquette County
APN
52-12-122-022-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 4
Garage Type: Detached Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, First Flr Full Bathroom, PrimaryBdrm Full Bathroom
Appliances: Dishwasher
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Fireplace
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: First
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 19 x 20
Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom 3 Level: First
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=12
Bedroom 4 Level: First
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bathroom Information
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 4
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: First
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Level: First
Bathroom 3 Information
Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
Bathroom 4 Information
Bathroom 4 Level: First
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: First
Kitchen Dimension: 11 x 18
Breakfast Nook Level: First
Breakfast Nook Dimension: 10 x 14
Dining Room Level: First
Dining Room Dimension: 10 x 14
Family/Great Room Information
Family Room Level: First
Family Room Dimensions: 13 x 25
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: First
Living Room Dimensions: 20 x 24
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Partial
Other Room Information
Other Room 1 Level: First
Other Room 1 Dimensions: 25 x 27
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Cedar
Exterior Features: Porch
Foundation Type: Partial Basement
Property Features
On Waterfront
Water Features: Lake Frontage
Lake Name: Island Lake
Property Information
Out Buildings: Gazebo, Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 2005
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1336
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 652
Lot Information
Lot Size: 3,687,868,131,024
Land Information
Acreage: 12.07
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric, LP/Propane Gas, Wood
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Central A/C
Heating System: Floor Furnace
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=4131
School Information
School District: Republic Michigamme Schools
School District: Republic Michigamme Schools
Location Details
Municipality: Republic Twp
Area (Municipality): Republic Twp (52025)
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,479
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: —
County: Marquette County
APN: 52-12-122-022-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Republic-Michigamme School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Republic, MI • 49879
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Estimated sale price
$951,000 – $1.15M
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