Escape to your private Upper Peninsula paradise with this charming Ranch-style home, nestled on a sprawling 40 acres of rolling, wooded hills in Republic, Michigan. Built in 1996, this residence offers just over 1900 square feet of finished living space, perfect for those seeking a tranquil and rural lifestyle. The home features 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. The exterior is built for longevity and low maintenance, with new siding installed in 2014 and a durable metal roof from 2001. The two-car garage is both insulated and heated, making it a perfect workspace or a cozy spot for your vehicles, no matter the season. The home's 100-amp electrical service is also generator-ready, ensuring you're prepared for any weather. This property is a dream for outdoor enthusiasts, offering direct access to your own private woods for hunting, hiking, or simply enjoying the serenity of nature. The Republic area is a haven for recreation, with numerous lakes, ATV trails, and snowmobile trails nearby, including the extensive Iron Ore Heritage Trail. You'll find yourself just a short drive from world-class fishing on the Michigamme River, exploring the open-pit mine observation site for a glimpse into the region's rich history, or enjoying the many other outdoor activities the area has to offer, from rock collecting to birding. This is more than a home; it’s a gateway to the quintessential Upper Peninsula experience.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
40 acresLot Size
$279Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by ROBERT PLOTEZKA• KELLER WILLIAMS FIRST UP
Escape to your private Upper Peninsula paradise with this charming Ranch-style home, nestled on a sprawling 40 acres of rolling, wooded hills in Republic, Michigan. Built in 1996, this residence offers just over 1900 square feet of finished living space, perfect for those seeking a tranquil and rural lifestyle. The home features 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. The exterior is built for longevity and low maintenance, with new siding installed in 2014 and a durable metal roof from 2001. The two-car garage is both insulated and heated, making it a perfect workspace or a cozy spot for your vehicles, no matter the season. The home's 100-amp electrical service is also generator-ready, ensuring you're prepared for any weather. This property is a dream for outdoor enthusiasts, offering direct access to your own private woods for hunting, hiking, or simply enjoying the serenity of nature. The Republic area is a haven for recreation, with numerous lakes, ATV trails, and snowmobile trails nearby, including the extensive Iron Ore Heritage Trail. You'll find yourself just a short drive from world-class fishing on the Michigamme River, exploring the open-pit mine observation site for a glimpse into the region's rich history, or enjoying the many other outdoor activities the area has to offer, from rock collecting to birding. This is more than a home; it’s a gateway to the quintessential Upper Peninsula experience.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50105948
May 26, 2023
Sold
$275,000
$214/sq ft
Apr 25, 2023
Contingent
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Apr 17, 2023
Listed
$250,000
$194/sq ft
Country living in the heart of the U. P. ! Ranch style home built in 1996 situated on 40 beautifully wooded acres w/ rolling hills on easy year round access road! Hardwood ridge provides beautiful views from the home and deck and plenty of privacy. This home boasts 3 beds, 2 baths, an open concept kitchen, dining, living area, a spacious family rec room, storage area & a nice sized laundry/utility area. Many updates have been made. .. new siding in 2014, a metal roof in 2001, 50 yr LVT flooring in kitchen, living, dining. There is a two car detached insulated & heated garage. Wildlife abounds. .. whitetail deer, black bear, turkey, hare, & grouse hunting on your own land! Maki’s Mini Mart is just 11 miles down the road for convenience. 44 miles to Marquette, 30 miles to Ishpeming, 17 miles S of the M95/US41 intersection, 36 miles to Iron Mountain. Republic offers a ton of fun for outdoor enthusiasts too! Witch Lake, 1/2 mile South, is a crystal clear (visibility up to 20 feet!) all sports lake with depths over 92' & covers 210 acres. Great fishing, known for Smallmouth Bass, Lake Trout, Bluegill & Crappie, & you might also catch some Panfish, Walleyes, & Northern Pike. The public access provides a cement launch/dock. The Michigamme River is close by, a great Type 1 fishing stream, the Witbeck Rapids stretch is close too, 2.5 miles long, & has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. Thousands of acres of commercial forest & state land nearby are open for public use to walk on hunt, fish, etc. Trail #5 snowmobile trail is just a little ways away for winter snowmobiling & summer orv-ing. The Iron Ore Heritage Trail begins in Republic & runs all the way to Marquette! The trail is a 47-mile, multi-use, year-round trail designed for walkers, bikers, runners, & in some sections inline skaters, horseback riders, & snowmobilers. The Republic Wetlands Preserve is nearby as well & boasts 2,300 acres of land with diverse vegetation & an array of wildlife.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10018285
May 31, 2016
Sold
$145,000
$113/sq ft
May 14, 2015
Listed
$159,900
$124/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10016263
Apr 2, 2015
Listing Removed
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Oct 1, 2014
Listed
$209,900
$163/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 26, 1995
Sold
$18,000
$14/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 17, 1994
Sold
$15,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,402 (+3.4%)
2024
$5,225 (+166.2%)
2023
$1,963 (+0.1%)
2022
$1,960 (−0.3%)
2021
$1,965 (+0.7%)
2020
$1,953 (+1.1%)
2019
$1,931 (−2.5%)
2018
$1,981 (−0.5%)
2017
$1,992 (+51.2%)
2016
$1,317 (+2.4%)
2015
$1,286 (−4.4%)
2014
$1,345 (+6.6%)
2013
$1,262
Tax history for 5586 Dogwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,402 (+3.4%)
2024
$5,225 (+166.2%)
2023
$1,963 (+0.1%)
2022
$1,960 (−0.3%)
2021
$1,965 (+0.7%)
2020
$1,953 (+1.1%)
2019
$1,931 (−2.5%)
2018
$1,981 (−0.5%)
2017
$1,992 (+51.2%)
2016
$1,317 (+2.4%)
2015
$1,286 (−4.4%)
2014
$1,345 (+6.6%)
2013
$1,262
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,288
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marquette County
APN
52-12-124-002-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Sep 11, 2018 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage
Parking: Garage
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, Basement Full Bath, First Flr Full Bathroom