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Listed price in listed location currency (USD).
$379,900

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MLS® 1943438

Overview

Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 1568 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes 
Days Active 20
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 1960
Avg. Price Per Sqft $242
MLS® Number 1943438

Property Address: 89 River Dr, Merritt, MI, 49667-9759

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Set in the quiet stretch between Lake City and Houghton Lake, this truly one-of-a kind Northern Michigan property offers a rare blend of water, privacy, and year-round comfort that is nearly impossible to replicate. The centerpiece is a charming ranch-style home featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, attached garage, designed for easy living whether you are settling in full-time or escaping Up North. A beautifully finished four-seasons room invites you to enjoy the outdoors in every season, which makes it a comfortable retreat no matter the weather. Step outside and the setting becomes extraordinary. A gently meandering West Branch Muskegon River wraps the backyard. In addition the the river frontage, the property boasts a artesian-fed pond as well as a Private Lake frontage both stocked with fish. Pond property has a gazebo, well and electric (not currently hooked-up). Across the road, an additional parcels on the Private Lake features a 24x32 heated pole barn with electric, 24x40 polebarn with electric ran to it, offering flexibility for storage, hobbies or future expansion, and a gazebo providing an inviting space for entertaining and enjoyment, and a RV hookup adds even more versatility for guests or extended stays. Practical upgrades bring peace of mind, including a crawl space professionally improved by Michigan Foundation Systems, new metal roof in 2025, home equipped with a Generac for reliable backup power, water softener and propane tank are owned, adding long-term value and convenience. Everything had maintenance performed in 2025! Whether you are seeking a serene retirement setting, a recreational retreat, or a distinctive year-round residence, this property delivers a level of uniqueness that stands apart. Opportunities like this, where multiple waterfront features and functional amenities come together so seamlessly, are exceptionally rare in Northern Michigan. This property truly is a must see to appreciate.
MLS® Number1943438
Laundry LevelMain
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age1960
BasementCrawl Space
DrivewayAsphalt, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete Floors
Garage Spaces
Heat
A/C
Heating Fuel

Extras

Rooms

Family Room:11 × 27 ft
Kitchen:8 × 12 ft
Bedroom 2:13 × 9.5 ft
Dining Room:12 × 10 ft
Master Bathroom:Not available
Living Room:12 × 27 ft
Master Bedroom:21 × 11.5 ft

Price History

-End Date
Not Sold YetSold Price

For Sale

Apr 3, 2026List Date
$379,900List Price
Oct 29, 2024End Date
$315,000Sold Price

Sold

Jul 25, 2024List Date
$325,000List Price

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