Up-North Escape on 5 Acres of Hardwoods Welcome to your very own northern Michigan retreat! Set on five private acres of untouched hardwoods, this property combines peace, privacy, and year-round recreation. At its heart is a brand-new quaint cabin — thoughtfully finished with a metal roof, new vinyl siding, all new windows, knotty pine interior, vaulted ceiling, and durable tile flooring. Inside, you’ll find a cozy 9x8 loft sleeping area above the living room/kitchen, a three-quarter bath with laundry and a propane wall furnace — the perfect balance of rustic charm and modern comfort. The sellers have just added a new gravel driveway and created the inviting firepit area, making it easy to enjoy evenings under the stars. With a new five-inch well, septic system and drain field, everything is set up and ready for you — and if you’d like extra space for guests, adding a camper hookup is allowed to bring your campers for a little glamping. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being close to 1,00 miles of ORV and snowmobile trails, and only one mile to Perch Lake with public access for boating, fishing, and water sports. The nearby Manistee river adds even more opportunities for recreation. Conveniently located just south of Kalkaska and 10 mins. from beautiful Fife Lake with a public lake, you’re also a short drive to Traverse City and within a day trip of Lake Michigan. Whether you’re seeking a weekend getaway, a four-season basecamp, or a serene escape surrounded by hardwoods, this turn-key property is ready for you to start making memories. For the investor, this low-maintenance cabin could be the perfect VRBO rental to start generating income right away.
Single-familyProperty Type
2025Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$612Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Tamara McLeod Helsel• City2Shore Real Estate Northern Michigan
•231-839-0077 (broker)
•tamara@city2shore.com (broker)
Bought with Y all non member Activity• Wentworth Real Estate Group
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Market trends in 49680, MI
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$189K
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
149d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
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Sale history for 7030 SW Creighton Rd
Date
Event
Price
Greater Lansing AoR #80061737
Oct 6, 2025
Sold
$131,900
$471/sq ft
Oct 6, 2025
Sold
$131,900
$471/sq ft
Sep 24, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 10, 2025
Listed
$129,900
$464/sq ft
Sep 10, 2025
Listed
$129,900
$464/sq ft
Up-North Escape on 5 Acres of Hardwoods Welcome to your very own northern Michigan retreat! Set on five private acres of untouched hardwoods, this property combines peace, privacy, and year-round recreation. At its heart is a brand-new quaint cabin — thoughtfully finished with a metal roof, new vinyl siding, all new windows, knotty pine interior, vaulted ceiling, and durable tile flooring. Inside, you’ll find a cozy 9x8 loft sleeping area above the living room/kitchen, a three-quarter bath with laundry and a propane wall furnace — the perfect balance of rustic charm and modern comfort. The sellers have just added a new gravel driveway and created the inviting firepit area, making it easy to enjoy evenings under the stars. With a new five-inch well, septic system and drain field, everything is set up and ready for you — and if you’d like extra space for guests, adding a camper hookup is allowed to bring your campers for a little glamping. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being close to 1,00 miles of ORV and snowmobile trails, and only one mile to Perch Lake with public access for boating, fishing, and water sports. The nearby Manistee river adds even more opportunities for recreation. Conveniently located just south of Kalkaska and 10 mins. from beautiful Fife Lake with a public lake, you’re also a short drive to Traverse City and within a day trip of Lake Michigan. Whether you’re seeking a weekend getaway, a four-season basecamp, or a serene escape surrounded by hardwoods, this turn-key property is ready for you to start making memories. For the investor, this low-maintenance cabin could be the perfect VRBO rental to start generating income right away.
REALCOMP #59024045562
Mar 25, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Dec 17, 2024
Pending
—
Oct 25, 2024
Sold
$52,000
$186/sq ft
Oct 25, 2024
Sold
$52,000
$186/sq ft
Oct 11, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 19, 2024
Price Changed
$58,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 29, 2024
Listed
$69,900
$250/sq ft
Great 5 acre wooded parcel with the opportunity to finish a home that was in the very beginning stages of being built while you ''rough it'' in the current tiny house on the property OR tear everything down and start from scratch OR just use the property for hunting and take advantage of the rustic cabin. Electricity is in the cabin currently, but there is no bathroom or kitchen. This will be a CASH only sale, no land contract.
SW Michigan MLS #24045562
Oct 25, 2024
Sold
$52,000
$186/sq ft
Oct 11, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 18, 2024
Price Changed
$58,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 29, 2024
Listed
$69,900
$250/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70428003
Oct 25, 2024
Sold
$52,000
$186/sq ft
Oct 25, 2024
Sold
$52,000
$186/sq ft
Oct 11, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 19, 2024
Price Changed
$58,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 29, 2024
Listed
$58,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 29, 2024
Listed
$69,900
$250/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 2003
Sold
$22,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$680 (+49.5%)
2024
$455 (+5.1%)
2023
$433 (+4.7%)
2022
$413 (+4.9%)
2021
$394 (+0.7%)
2020
$391 (+0.7%)
2019
$388 (+3.4%)
2018
$375 (−0.1%)
2017
$376 (+0.5%)
2016
$374 (+0.8%)
2015
$371 (+1.6%)
2014
$365 (+5.0%)
2013
$347
Tax history for 7030 SW Creighton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$680 (+49.5%)
2024
$455 (+5.1%)
2023
$433 (+4.7%)
2022
$413 (+4.9%)
2021
$394 (+0.7%)
2020
$391 (+0.7%)
2019
$388 (+3.4%)
2018
$375 (−0.1%)
2017
$376 (+0.5%)
2016
$374 (+0.8%)
2015
$371 (+1.6%)
2014
$365 (+5.0%)
2013
$347
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
320
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kalkaska County
APN
003-034-001-02
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: Loft
Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Dimensions:
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Main): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimension: 11 x 13
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: Main
Laundry/Basement Information
Laundry Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Dimensions: 8 x 9
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Type: Slab
Property Features
Water Features: None
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 2025
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Wooded
Lot Size: 325,652,317,657
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 5
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $9,910
Total Tax Amount: $432.63
Summer Tax Year: 2023
Summer Tax Amount: $113.79
Winter Tax Year: 2023
Winter Tax Amount: $318.84
Utilities
Utility Information
UTILITIES: Cable Available
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Wall Heat
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=280
School Information
School District: Forest Area Community SD
School District: Forest Area Community Sd
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: From South Boardman, head east on E Boardman Rd, turn right onto Creighton Rd SW for 2 miles. Destination is on the right.
Municipality: Boardman Twp
Mail City: South Boardman
Subdivision: none
Municipality: Boardman Twp
Area (Municipality): Boardman Twp (40003)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 320
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalkaska County
APN: 003-034-001-02
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Forest Area Middle School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
3/10
Forest Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$163,000 – $198,000
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