Waterfront Perfection on Sumach Lake in Arbor Vitae! This one is special! No need to tear down an old cottage to find that perfect lakefront. This is exceptional and great lakefront properties are scarce. It's bittersweet to let this go, but Sellers would love for this gorgeous 1.7 acre parcel to be enjoyed. Situated close to town, but with plenty of privacy, this property has towering Pines, western exposure, a gentle slope to 150' LEVEL SAND ftg. 60 acre Sumach Lake is crystal clear, full-rec, 27' deep and offers excellent fishing, boating & kayaking. This really is a beauty. Soil test on file and driveway/path is roughed in. Bring your building plans! Come home to Sumach Lake. .
Vacant landProperty Type
1.71 acresLot Size
$128,264Price/Acres
Listed by ANDREA & PAUL CHRISTIE TEAM• REDMAN REALTY GROUP, LLC
Bought with ANDREA & PAUL CHRISTIE TEAM• REDMAN REALTY GROUP, LLC
If you're looking for the perfect lake lot, and have been disappointed with the choices, may we suggest you consider lovely Sumach Lake? Deep and clear, loaded with fish. Excellent swimming, boating, canoeing. Wooded forest property with towering mature pines at lake shore. 150' pure sand frontage with an easy slope to the lake. Build your dream log or cedar chalet here and be close to town, yet in a peaceful setting. Best on the market in this price range.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,123 (−0.9%)
$102,800
2024
$1,133 (−3.7%)
$102,800
2023
$1,177 (+14.2%)
$102,800
2022
$1,030 (−9.1%)
$102,800
2021
$1,134 (−1.0%)
$102,800
2020
$1,146 (+2.5%)
$102,800
2019
$1,118 (+2.3%)
$102,800
2018
$1,092 (+1.7%)
$102,800
2017
$1,074 (+3.3%)
$102,800
2016
$1,040 (+2.1%)
$102,800
2014
$1,019 (−7.1%)
$102,800
2013
$1,097
$102,800
Tax history for 1589 Propwash Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,123 (−0.9%)
$102,800
2024
$1,133 (−3.7%)
$102,800
2023
$1,177 (+14.2%)
$102,800
2022
$1,030 (−9.1%)
$102,800
2021
$1,134 (−1.0%)
$102,800
2020
$1,146 (+2.5%)
$102,800
2019
$1,118 (+2.3%)
$102,800
2018
$1,092 (+1.7%)
$102,800
2017
$1,074 (+3.3%)
$102,800
2016
$1,040 (+2.1%)
$102,800
2014
$1,019 (−7.1%)
$102,800
2013
$1,097
$102,800
*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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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.71 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Vilas County
APN
2-1387
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 29, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Building Information
Direction Faces: West
Sq. Ft.: 0
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Private, Secluded, Wooded, Waterfront
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Frontage Length: 150
Water Body Name: SUMACH (Long)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 150
Zoning Description: All Purpose
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: ON Arbor Vitae-Woodruff
High School: ON Lakeland Union
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 51N to Left on Hwy 47 to Rt on S. Farming Rd to Lft on Sumach Lake Rd to Rt on Propwash Bay Rd to 1589 on Lft.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.71 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Vilas County
APN: 2-1387
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
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Schools
Arbor Vitae-Woodruff Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Lakeland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 90° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Woodruff, WI • 54568
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Estimated sale price
$209,000 – $253,000
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