Upper Peninsula lakefront living awaits with this nicely updated cottage on beautiful Lost Lake in Alger County. The property features nearly 11 wooded, surveyed acres, along with lake frontage, offering a peaceful and private setting. The cottage sits right at the water’s edge with beautiful lake views, where you’ll regularly see swans, loons, ducks, and geese, and there's very little boat traffic thanks to the lake’s semi-private nature and lack of public access. A portion of the lake abuts the Hiawatha National Forest. Fishing opportunities include pike, bass, and panfish. A waterfront deck and newer dock provide the perfect place to relax and enjoy the setting. The property also includes a detached garage with workshop space, an additional storage garage, and a shed, providing ample room for tools and toys. Inside, the home features a wonderful primary suite with a private bath and office, along with a cozy kitchen and dining area that opens into the living room with a wood stove. Upstairs are two additional rooms, one currently used as a bedroom and the other as an office that could easily serve as a third bedroom. The propane forced-air furnace is just weeks old, providing excellent efficiency and peace of mind. Additional features include a drilled well, line electric, and laundry. The owners have lived on the property year-round, as have many neighboring residents who work together to maintain and plow the private road to the county-maintained road. Located with convenient access and just a short drive from Munising, this is a peaceful, year-round waterfront retreat on a quality lake that can be enjoyed for many years to come. All offers due June 2nd.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
11 acresLot Size
$281Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by BOB SULLIVAN• NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS
Est. $2,052 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for N3876 S Lost Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50207989
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$383,012
$281/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Pending
—
May 18, 2026
Listed
$360,000
$265/sq ft
Upper Peninsula lakefront living awaits with this nicely updated cottage on beautiful Lost Lake in Alger County. The property features nearly 11 wooded, surveyed acres, along with lake frontage, offering a peaceful and private setting. The cottage sits right at the water’s edge with beautiful lake views, where you’ll regularly see swans, loons, ducks, and geese, and there's very little boat traffic thanks to the lake’s semi-private nature and lack of public access. A portion of the lake abuts the Hiawatha National Forest. Fishing opportunities include pike, bass, and panfish. A waterfront deck and newer dock provide the perfect place to relax and enjoy the setting. The property also includes a detached garage with workshop space, an additional storage garage, and a shed, providing ample room for tools and toys. Inside, the home features a wonderful primary suite with a private bath and office, along with a cozy kitchen and dining area that opens into the living room with a wood stove. Upstairs are two additional rooms, one currently used as a bedroom and the other as an office that could easily serve as a third bedroom. The propane forced-air furnace is just weeks old, providing excellent efficiency and peace of mind. Additional features include a drilled well, line electric, and laundry. The owners have lived on the property year-round, as have many neighboring residents who work together to maintain and plow the private road to the county-maintained road. Located with convenient access and just a short drive from Munising, this is a peaceful, year-round waterfront retreat on a quality lake that can be enjoyed for many years to come. All offers due June 2nd.
Greater Lansing AoR #50090310
Nov 23, 2022
Sold
$289,900
$213/sq ft
Sep 16, 2022
Listed
$289,900
$213/sq ft
Have you been seeking the lake life? Then look no further than this beautiful property. Located in Lost Lake in Munising Township, this property features over approximately 11 acres of beautiful land, of which the DNR owns the land adjacent on the north side, including shoreline! This 2 bedroom (could easily be 3), 2 bathroom home features amazing views and waterfrontage, as well as a great home with a large master suite w/ entrance onto deck facing waterfront, den, utility area, great 2 car garage, and storage shed. If you are interested in being on the water, you won't want to miss this one!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,830 (−38.0%)
2024
$2,952 (+4.9%)
2023
$2,813 (+64.2%)
2022
$1,713 (+2.2%)
2021
$1,675 (+2.8%)
2020
$1,629 (+5.1%)
2019
$1,549 (+3.6%)
2018
$1,495 (+17.0%)
2017
$1,278 (+0.4%)
2016
$1,273 (+36.4%)
2015
$933 (−60.0%)
2013
$2,335
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
880
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alger County
APN
006-365-015-51
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Dimensions: 24x20
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Rooms (Total): 11
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features: None (InteriorFeatures)
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Bedroom Information
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 9 x 13
Bathroom Information
Main Floor Full Bathroom
Has Primary Bath
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: Main
Bathroom 1 Length: 11
Bathroom 1 Width: 6
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Level: Main
Bathroom 2 Length: 6
Bathroom 2 Width: 9
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimension: 8 x 11
Dining Room Level: Main
Dining Room Dimension: 8 x 10
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: Main
Living Room Dimensions: 19 x 14
Library/Den Level: Main
Library/Den Dimensions: 12 x 12
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement Type: Block
Laundry Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Dimensions: 13 x 10
Other Room Information
Other Room 1 Level: Upper
Other Room 1 Dimensions: 9 x 14
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Wood
Exterior Features: Deck
Foundation Type: Crawl
Property Features
On Waterfront
Water Features: Lake Frontage, Water View, Waterfront, Interior Lake
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Lost Lake
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed, Garage(s)
Property Type: Residential
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 1977
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
Legal Water Access Only: Interior Lake
SHORELINE: Lawn
Zoning: Other
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 11
Roads: City/County, Seasonal, Year Round
Frontage: 50
Flood Insurance: Not Required
Floodplain: None
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value Year: 2025
Taxable Value: $140,355
Total Tax Year: 2025
Summer Tax Year: 2025
Winter Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
ELECTRIC: 100 Amp Service
SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT: Wood
UTILITIES: Electricity Connected, Propane, Propane Tank Leased
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Wall/Window A/C
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1361
School Information
School District: Munising Public Schools
School District: Munising Public Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
At Ski Resort Y/N: No
Directions: From Munising: South on FF Hwy 13 to Buckhorn Rd. Follow to Right on S Lost Lake Rd. follow to left at first split, follow to left on trail road before dead end, follow trail road to right into BEST driveway. Arrow signs will be present
Municipality: Munising Twp
Mail City: Wetmore
Subdivision: na
Municipality: Munising Twp
Area (Municipality): Munising Twp (02011)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 880
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Alger County
APN: 006-365-015-51
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 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
William G. Mather Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.8mi
6/10
Munising High And Middle School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 8.4mi
5/10
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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 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wetmore, MI • 49895
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Sun exposure
74/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$350,000 – $423,000
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