Welcome to your own private Northern Michigan retreat! Offering approximately **240 feet of frontage on the West Branch of the Muskegon River**, this unique property combines waterfront living, privacy, recreation, and plenty of space for family and friends. Located on a peaceful dead-end road, the property features not only beautiful river frontage, but also **three artesian wells feeding a private pond and small lake**, creating a truly special setting for enjoying the outdoors and watching wildlife. There's plenty of room for all your Up North toys and hobbies with **two pole buildings24x32 and 24x40**plus an additional storage shed, **Generac generator**, and **30-amp RV hookup**. Two gazebos provide wonderful places to relax and take in the surroundings. One has electricity and overlooks the lake, making it the perfect spot for evening card games, conversations, and making memories with family and friends. Inside, this well-maintained **2-bedroom, 1-bath stick-built home** is ready to enjoy. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area makes gathering easy, while an additional spacious living room features a **wall of windows overlooking the river**an ideal place to relax, entertain, or simply watch the wildlife and changing seasons. An attached **2-stall garage** provides additional convenience and storage. Despite its peaceful setting, you're only about **6 miles from I-127 and Houghton Lake** and approximately **15 miles from Lake Missaukee in Lake City**, putting boating, fishing, trails, dining, shopping, and year-round Northern Michigan recreation within easy reach. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, weekend getaway, or a place where generations of family and friends can gather, this property offers a rare combination of **waterfront, acreage-style privacy, abundant storage, recreation, and convenience**. Come see it in personyou may not want to leave!
Courtesy: Midge & Co
James Theisen
Welcome to your own private Northern Michigan retreat! Offering approximately **240 feet of frontage on the West Branch of the Muskegon River**, this unique property combines waterfront living, privacy, recreation, and plenty of space for family and friends. Located on a peaceful dead-end road, the property features not only beautiful river frontage, but also **three artesian wells feeding a private pond and small lake**, creating a truly special setting for enjoying the outdoors and watching wildlife. There's plenty of room for all your Up North toys and hobbies with **two pole buildings-24x32 and 24x40-**plus an additional storage shed, **Generac generator**, and **30-amp RV hookup**. Two gazebos provide wonderful places to relax and take in the surroundings. One has electricity and overlooks the lake, making it the perfect spot for evening card games, conversations, and making memories with family and friends. Inside, this well-maintained **2-bedroom, 1-bath stick-built home** is ready to enjoy. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area makes gathering easy, while an additional spacious living room features a **wall of windows overlooking the river**-an ideal place to relax, entertain, or simply watch the wildlife and changing seasons. An attached **2-stall garage** provides additional convenience and storage. Despite its peaceful setting, you're only about **6 miles from I-127 and Houghton Lake** and approximately **15 miles from Lake Missaukee in Lake City**, putting boating, fishing, trails, dining, shopping, and year-round Northern Michigan recreation within easy reach. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, weekend getaway, or a place where generations of family and friends can gather, this property offers a rare combination of **waterfront, acreage-style privacy, abundant storage, recreation, and convenience**. Come see it in person-you may not want to leave!
Courtesy: CENTURY 21 REALTY NORTH-HOUGHTON LK
TODD JANSEN
This Country home is situated on dead end road, includes 2 bedrooms with other options and space for a 3rd if needed, the kitchen includes plenty of cabinet and counter space. There is a main floor bedroom and bathroom, upper level bedroom and den have vaulted ceilings with plenty of natural light, also includes a 2 car detached garage and a workshop which could be converted back to an attached garage if so desired. There is additional 17 acres of property that adjoin the subject property and can be purchased with the subject property for an additional $40,000.
This Country home is situated on dead end road, includes 2 bedrooms with other options and space for a 3rd if needed, the kitchen includes plenty of cabinet and counter space. There is a main floor bedroom and bathroom, upper level bedroom and den have vaulted ceilings with plenty of natural light, also includes a 2 car detached garage and a workshop which could be converted back to an attached garage if so desired. There is additional 17 acres of property that adjoin the subject property and can be purchased with the subject property for an additional $40,000.
Courtesy: REMAX Central
Lindy Benson
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.
Merritt is located in Michigan. Merritt, Michigan 49667has a population of 1,391. Merritt 49667 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 14.56% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.63%.
The median household income in Merritt, Michigan 49667 is $70,714. The median household income for the surrounding county is $50,695 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Merritt 49667 is 44.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 14.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 33.2 inches per year, with 41.3 inches of snow per year.
