5 acre recreational paradise northeast of Thompsonville. Parcel of mixed hardwoods and cedars is next to thousands of state land acres and near two rivers for kayaking and fishing. Property used for outdoor fun including hunting and is right along the snowmobile trail. Ride 100 plus miles of groomed trails from Empire in Leelanau County to Brethren in Manistee County. Older rough wooden cabin needs lots of TLC. Owner says there is an artesian well on the NW corner. The property does not perk for a conventional septic system. Being sold as a recreational property. Thompsonville village services include post office, library, eatery and bar. Catch the Betsie Valley Trail in the village for bicycling and hiking to Beulah, Elberta and Frankfort. Acreage is close to Crystal Mountain for skiing, golfing and dining. Near the Betsie River for kayaking and fishing and the Little Betsie for trout fishing.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Betsie Valley School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
3/10
Benzie Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.7mi
5/10
Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Wooded lot
Rural view
Gravel road access
Home design
Vacant land / dockominium
Construction
Approximately 5 acres
Utilities
Electricity available
No water service
No sewer/septic
Sale and tax history for 15991 Bentley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80015904
May 22, 2026
Price Changed
$29,900
Mar 27, 2024
Listed
$35,900
REALCOMP #78080015904
May 23, 2026
Price Changed
$29,900
Mar 27, 2024
Listed
$35,900
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5 acre recreational paradise northeast of Thompsonville. Parcel of mixed hardwoods and cedars is next to thousands of state land acres and near two rivers for kayaking and fishing. Property used for outdoor fun including hunting and is right along the snowmobile trail. Ride 100 plus miles of groomed trails from Empire in Leelanau County to Brethren in Manistee County. Older rough wooden cabin needs lots of TLC. Owner says there is an artesian well on the NW corner. The property does not perk for a conventional septic system. Being sold as a recreational property. Thompsonville village services include post office, library, eatery and bar. Catch the Betsie Valley Trail in the village for bicycling and hiking to Beulah, Elberta and Frankfort. Acreage is close to Crystal Mountain for skiing, golfing and dining. Near the Betsie River for kayaking and fishing and the Little Betsie for trout fishing.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80004763
Mar 23, 2024
Listing Removed
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Mar 24, 2023
Price Changed
$39,900
Mar 23, 2023
Listed
$39,000
REALCOMP #78080004763
Mar 23, 2024
Listing Removed
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Mar 24, 2023
Price Changed
$39,900
Mar 23, 2023
Listed
$39,000
Greater Lansing AoR #1307769
Mar 14, 2023
Listing Removed
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REALCOMP #78001307769
Mar 14, 2023
Listing Removed
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Sep 14, 2022
Listed
$39,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$48 (−79.4%)
2024
$231 (+5.5%)
2023
$219
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.07 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
192
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
192
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
04-030-012-00
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 93° expected this year, 14 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Thompsonville, MI • 49683
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Thompsonville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 15991 Bentley Rd
$26,899
$3,001 under list price of $30K
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