Set at the end of the road on approximately 150 rolling acres, this impressive ranch-style property offers a rare combination of space, privacy, recreation, and versatility. Caps Creek winds through the acreage, while the surrounding woods and open land provide a beautiful Upper Peninsula setting with abundant wildlife frequently seen throughout the property. With a spacious home, two cabins, multiple garages, and room to explore, this is a property designed to be enjoyed in every season. Step inside to a warm and welcoming main level where the living room, dining area, and kitchen flow together for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. A beautiful stone gas fireplace creates a natural focal point in the living room, while the bay window brings in plenty of natural light. The kitchen offers generous cabinetry, convenient corner lazy Susans, pull-out shelving, and easy access to the composite deck—an ideal spot to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings. Three bedrooms are located on the main floor, including a spacious primary suite with a private bathroom featuring a jetted tub and separate shower. Main-floor laundry adds even more convenience. The finished walkout lower level expands the living space with an open layout perfect for gathering, relaxing, hobbies, or recreation. A fourth bedroom and additional bathroom provide added versatility, while built-in shelving and plentiful storage help keep everything organized. Garage and workshop space is abundant. The oversized attached two-car garage includes hot and cold running water along with two finished bonus rooms, one of which is heated and could serve as an office, hobby room, or additional storage. A separate 26x40 three-car garage is heated by a pellet stove and includes an unfinished approximately 15x36 bonus area above, offering even more possibilities. Frost-free farm hydrants provide convenient water access near the detached garage and front yard. Two additional rustic cabins add even more character to this remarkable property. The log cabin offers living space on the main level and loft, a gas space heater, covered front porch, and outhouse. The second cabin, known as Boardwalk Camp, overlooks Caps Creek and features a woodstove, gas lighting, outhouse, fire pit, and sauna. Both cabins use hauled-in water and provide wonderful spaces for recreation, guests, or simply enjoying the quiet surroundings. With approximately 150 acres, Caps Creek, multiple living and recreational spaces, extensive garage storage, and a peaceful end-of-the-road setting, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the space and freedom of Upper Peninsula living.
This beautiful property has it all and then some. With just over 147 rolling acres this gives you the privacy & freedom most people dream of. There is no shortage of wildlife here. There have been bears, moose, and of course deer among many other animals seen right in the backyard. This ranch style home gives off an inviting feeling to anyone who walks inside. When you first step inside you are greeted by the beautiful gas fireplace that stands out as the center piece of the living room. This well cared for home includes 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The home also offers a composite deck off the kitchen dining room, as well as a beautiful open concept finished walk out basement. The main level is an open living room, kitchen, and dining area. The kitchen has beautiful cupboards that contain lazy susan cupboards in each corner. The shelves also pull out making cooking much easier. The main level contains 3 bedrooms, one is currently being used as an office. The master bedroom is located on this level and includes a master bath with a jet tub and separate shower. The laundry is also conveniently located on the main level. The oversized 2 car attached garage has two finished rooms/offices (one heated) and hot and cold running water. There is also a detached 3 car garage that measures 26x40. This garage has a pellet burning wood stove that heats the garage in no time. The top of the garage offers an unfinished 15x36 bonus space that could be left as is or turned into more living space. There is a frost free farm hydrant for access to water in the detached garage and in the front yard. The property includes 2 cabins that are perfect for guests or for personal enjoyment. The first one is a log cabin that includes a lofted area. This cabin is heated with a gas space heater and has a covered front porch and a privy. The second cabin looks over Caps Creek and features a wood stove, gas lights, a privy, fire pit and a sauna. More pictures are available upon request.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10043185
Sep 2, 2021
Listing Removed
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Sep 2, 2021
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Feb 23, 2021
Listed
$590,000
$186/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10020580
Sep 30, 2016
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Sep 30, 2016
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Oct 3, 2015
Listed
$510,000
$161/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10003946
Oct 21, 2012
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May 2, 2012
Listed
$407,000
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,073 (−36.0%)
2024
$7,922 (+102.9%)
2023
$3,904 (+16.8%)
2022
$3,343 (−0.3%)
2021
$3,352 (+1.6%)
2020
$3,300 (+5.7%)
2019
$3,122 (−2.5%)
2018
$3,202 (+1.0%)
2017
$3,171 (+2.7%)
2016
$3,087 (+2.4%)
2015
$3,014
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
12.6 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,736
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,736
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marquette County
APN
52-12-031-019-20
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
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Republic, MI • 49879
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Redfin Estimate for 6551 Caps Creek Rd
$598,947
$53 under list price of $599K
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