BEAUTIFUL, WELL-MAINTAINED HOME ON OSTRANDER LAKE! Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a full walk-out basement and an attached 2-car garage. Built in 2006, this quality-crafted property offers an open-concept main level where the kitchen, dining, and living spaces flow together, framed by spectacular lake views. The main floor also includes two bedrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, and thoughtful handicap-accessible design. The fully finished walk-out basement expands your living space with a large family room, an additional bedroom, and a full bath. The Lake view from the family room is stunning! The utility room has the laundry, furnace, and water heater plus a workshop area. Flooring in the downstairs includes both carpet and linoleum for durability and comfort. Ostrander Lake features a hard sand bottom, making it ideal for swimming, kayaking, fishing, and enjoying your paddle or pontoon boats all summer long. Anglers will appreciate the excellent fishing opportunities which include bass, trout, perch, and more that thrive in this scenic 54.2-acre lake, offering year-round enjoyment for both fly fishing and traditional angling. This home has approx. 300' of lake frontage and almost 2 acres of land which consists of 2 parcels. The one lot is also buildable if you wanted to sell that or build another cottage or home. A guest cottage is also included on the property. While it could use some updating, recent improvements include upgraded electrical service and water run from the house that is ready to be hooked up. With additional finishing work, it could serve as a charming guesthouse or potential Airbnb (buyers should verify township rental guidelines). Designed to maximize lake views and embrace the warmth and comfort of lakefront living, this home is ready for new owners to enjoy. The sellers cherish the property but find that they just don't have the time to enjoy it and want this beautiful retreat available for someone else to love and call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
1.95 acresLot Size
$474Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by MIKE HARRIS• STATE WIDE REAL ESTATE OF ESCANABA
•906-786-1308 (broker)
•dave@statewiderealestate.net (broker)
Listed by ANDREW HARRIS• STATE WIDE REAL ESTATE OF ESCANABA
BEAUTIFUL, WELL-MAINTAINED HOME ON OSTRANDER LAKE! Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a full walk-out basement and an attached 2-car garage. Built in 2006, this quality-crafted property offers an open-concept main level where the kitchen, dining, and living spaces flow together, framed by spectacular lake views. The main floor also includes two bedrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, and thoughtful handicap-accessible design. The fully finished walk-out basement expands your living space with a large family room, an additional bedroom, and a full bath. The Lake view from the family room is stunning! The utility room has the laundry, furnace, and water heater plus a workshop area. Flooring in the downstairs includes both carpet and linoleum for durability and comfort. Ostrander Lake features a hard sand bottom, making it ideal for swimming, kayaking, fishing, and enjoying your paddle or pontoon boats all summer long. Anglers will appreciate the excellent fishing opportunities which include bass, trout, perch, and more that thrive in this scenic 54.2-acre lake, offering year-round enjoyment for both fly fishing and traditional angling. This home has approx. 300' of lake frontage and almost 2 acres of land which consists of 2 parcels. The one lot is also buildable if you wanted to sell that or build another cottage or home. A guest cottage is also included on the property. While it could use some updating, recent improvements include upgraded electrical service and water run from the house that is ready to be hooked up. With additional finishing work, it could serve as a charming guesthouse or potential Airbnb (buyers should verify township rental guidelines). Designed to maximize lake views and embrace the warmth and comfort of lakefront living, this home is ready for new owners to enjoy. The sellers cherish the property but find that they just don't have the time to enjoy it and want this beautiful retreat available for someone else to love and call home.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10044250
Sep 27, 2021
Sold
$275,000
$240/sq ft
May 28, 2021
Listed
$289,000
$252/sq ft
Beautiful Home on Ostrander Lake!! This 3 BR, 2 BA home with attached garage was built in 2006. It has an open floorplan with great views of the lake. The home is handicap accessible. The walk-out basement has a huge family room, bedroom, bathroom and laundry/work area. The lake has a nice sandy bottom and is great for swimming, kayaking, paddle boating or pontooning. There is an older guest cabin near the lake that is currently used for storage but has great potential. There is also a separate shed to keep all your toys in. Don't let this one pass you by!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$296 (+5.1%)
2022
$282 (−22.6%)
2021
$364 (+1.3%)
2020
$359 (+98.2%)
2019
$181 (−44.2%)
2014
$325 (+5.1%)
2013
$309
Tax history for 5969 W Straits Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$296 (+5.1%)
2022
$282 (−22.6%)
2021
$364 (+1.3%)
2020
$359 (+98.2%)
2019
$181 (−44.2%)
2014
$325 (+5.1%)
2013
$309
*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
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.92 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Schoolcraft County
APN
004-431-064-50
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 Oct 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Dimensions: 24x24
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage
Parking: 2 Spaces, Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, Living Room, Lower Level Laundry, Utility/Laundry Room, Basement Full Bath, First Flr Full Bathroom
Interior Features: Cable/Internet Avail., Hardwood Floors, Window Treatment(S), Accessibility Features
Site Description: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Large Lot - 65+ Ft., Treed
Lot Size: 300,321,520,133
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 1.95
Roads: City/County, Gravel
Frontage: 300
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Total Tax Year: 2025
Total Tax Amount: $3,742
Summer Tax Year: 2025
Summer Tax Amount: $1,782
Winter Tax Year: 2025
Winter Tax Amount: $2,060
Utilities
Utility Information
ELECTRIC: 200+ Amp Service
UTILITIES: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=2021
School Information
School District: Manistique Area Schools
School District: Manistique Area Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: US 2741 East through Rapid River to Highway 13, left to Corner Lake Rd about a mile past the Midway Store and go right to W Straits Lake Road and go straight through the intersection and take road to the right to fire number on your right.
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Inwood Twp
Mail City: Wetmore
Subdivision: NA
Municipality: Inwood
Area (Municipality): Inwood Twp (77007)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Schoolcraft County
APN: 004-431-064-50
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
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Around this home
Schools
Big Bay De Noc School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 21.1mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° 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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Wetmore. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.