Escape to your own private 20-acre heavily wooded wilderness retreat, completely encircled by thousands of acres of federal land in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. Offering total privacy and direct access to public land right from your back door, this property is accessible via a quiet Forest Service road--making it the ideal base camp for hunting, ORV riding, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. A rustic cabin featuring screen-porch seating, wood paneled interiors, cozy main living and dining spaces, a hand-pump sink setup, and vintage camp character. Includes a secondary storage shed and a full-size secure shipping container, perfect for stashing side-by-sides, ATVs, snowmobiles, tools, and gear. Whether you're looking for a private hunting camp, a seasonal getaway, or an off-grid sanctuary, this unique parcel offers a true Northern Michigan escape. Contact us today to schedule your private tour!
Courtesy: Big River Properties
George Merz
231-907-9666
Escape to your own private 20-acre heavily wooded wilderness retreat, completely encircled by thousands of acres of federal land in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. Offering total privacy and direct access to public land right from your back door, this property is accessible via a quiet Forest Service road--making it the ideal base camp for hunting, ORV riding, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. A rustic cabin featuring screen-porch seating, wood paneled interiors, cozy main living and dining spaces, a hand-pump sink setup, and vintage camp character. Includes a secondary storage shed and a full-size secure shipping container, perfect for stashing side-by-sides, ATVs, snowmobiles, tools, and gear. Whether you're looking for a private hunting camp, a seasonal getaway, or an off-grid sanctuary, this unique parcel offers a true Northern Michigan escape. Contact us today to schedule your private tour!
This two-story home has solid bones and a layout that truly works, offering the perfect opportunity for someone ready to bring fresh life into a great structure. While it could use cosmetic updates and redecorating, the fundamentals are strong -- making it an ideal fit for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to get into a home at a lower price and make it their own. Inside, you'll find generous room sizes, a functional floor plan, and the kind of character newer builds can't replicate. With the right vision, this property can easily transform into a warm, stylish, and personalized ''home sweet home.'' Whether you're looking for your next project or a place to build equity through updates, this home delivers value, potential, and opportunity. Agent Only Remarks: Just a short time to buy at listed price as owner will start a full redecorate in a couple of months.
Courtesy: LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
Patrick Flagg
231-852-0446
This two-story home has solid bones and a layout that truly works, offering the perfect opportunity for someone ready to bring fresh life into a great structure. While it could use cosmetic updates and redecorating, the fundamentals are strong -- making it an ideal fit for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to get into a home at a lower price and make it their own. Inside, you'll find generous room sizes, a functional floor plan, and the kind of character newer builds can't replicate. With the right vision, this property can easily transform into a warm, stylish, and personalized ''home sweet home.'' Whether you're looking for your next project or a place to build equity through updates, this home delivers value, potential, and opportunity. Agent Only Remarks: Just a short time to buy at listed price as owner will start a full redecorate in a couple of months.
Rare Find Custom Built home on over 40 acres of beautiful property! Excellent family home or second home retreat. Stunning hickory hard wood floors and custom-built cabinets in the kitchen and baths. Corner pantry in the kitchen, enclosed front porch and upstairs loft that overlooks the living room are just a few of the extra amenities in this quality home. Finished basement for added living space. Outside are stately shade trees, grapevines, walnut tree and berry bushes. Adjoins 80 acres of Manistee National Forest. Call today for a showing.
Courtesy: Coldwell Banker ALM REALTY
Michael Cnudde
231-620-9108
Rare Find Custom Built home on over 40 acres of beautiful property! Excellent family home or second home retreat. Stunning hickory hard wood floors and custom-built cabinets in the kitchen and baths. Corner pantry in the kitchen, enclosed front porch and upstairs loft that overlooks the living room are just a few of the extra amenities in this quality home. Finished basement for added living space. Outside are stately shade trees, grapevines, walnut tree and berry bushes. Adjoins 80 acres of Manistee National Forest. Call today for a showing.
Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt Whitehall
David Dusenberry Sr.
231-670-6253
Northern Michigan Private Resort Opportunity Discover your own private retreat on this stunning 15.9-acre property, adjacent to the Manistee National Forest, featuring over 1,370 feet of private frontage on the picturesque Big Sable River. The 1,800 sq. ft. home, built in 2012, is beautifully appointed with wood floors, Cherry cabinets, and granite countertops. Enjoy the durability of a metal roof and the luxury of solid core doors throughout. The primary bathroom showcases exquisite Royal Red Onyx tile imported from Italy. Step outside onto the wrap-around deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and admire the beautifully landscaped grounds equipped with irrigation systems. The home includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring a grand kitchen ideal for gatherings, complemented by a cozy wood fireplace. Additional amenities include central air, a built-in sauna, and a two-stall detached garage. This property can be sold fully furnished and includes a golf cart and kayaks.Heated Bathroom floors. The River is a State of Michigan Blue Ribbon Trout Stream.
Northern Michigan Private Resort Opportunity Discover your own private retreat on this stunning 15.9-acre property, adjacent to the Manistee National Forest, featuring over 1,370 feet of private frontage on the picturesque Big Sable River. The 1,800 sq. ft. home, built in 2012, is beautifully appointed with wood floors, Cherry cabinets, and granite countertops. Enjoy the durability of a metal roof and the luxury of solid core doors throughout. The primary bathroom showcases exquisite Royal Red Onyx tile imported from Italy. Step outside onto the wrap-around deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and admire the beautifully landscaped grounds equipped with irrigation systems. The home includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring a grand kitchen ideal for gatherings, complemented by a cozy wood fireplace. Additional amenities include central air, a built-in sauna, and a two-stall detached garage. This property can be sold fully furnished and includes a golf cart and kayaks.
Courtesy: Five Star RE Ludington
Megan Gunia
231-510-0254
10553 US-31 \ Free Soil, MI Escape to your own Northern Michigan retreat! Situated on 38.18 beautiful acres, this property offers the perfect combination of privacy, recreation, and opportunity. The cozy hunting cottage features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, comfortable living space, and a garage--making it an ideal base camp for hunting weekends, outdoor adventures, or a peaceful Up North getaway. The expansive acreage provides plenty of room to explore, with mature woods and excellent hunting potential right outside your door. Currently active billboard leases through Lamar add a unique income-producing benefit to the property. Whether you're looking for a private hunting retreat, weekend escape, recreational property, or acreage with future possibilities, this property offers 38+ acres to enjoy and make your own.
Courtesy: Five Star RE Ludington
231-220-2555
10553 US-31 Free Soil, MI Escape to your own Northern Michigan retreat! Situated on 38.18 beautiful acres, this property offers the perfect combination of privacy, recreation, and opportunity. The cozy hunting cottage features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, comfortable living space, and a garage—making it an ideal base camp for hunting weekends, outdoor adventures, or a peaceful Up North getaway. The expansive acreage provides plenty of room to explore, with mature woods and excellent hunting potential right outside your door. Currently active billboard leases through Lamar add a unique income-producing benefit to the property. Whether you're looking for a private hunting retreat, weekend escape, recreational property, or acreage with future possibilities, this property offers 38+ acres to enjoy and make your own.
Courtesy: Big River Properties
George Merz
231-907-9666
Welcome to your private slice of Northern Michigan paradise! Situated on a sprawling 10.06-acre parcel that offers the perfect blend of open space, privacy, and endless recreational possibilities. The crown jewel of this property is the 30x50 pole barn with 10ft Lean to. Built to handle all your storage and hobby needs, it provides more than enough room for tractors, boats, side-by-sides, or a full workshop setup. The property also features a functional mobile home, making it an ideal basecamp for hunting season, weekend getaways, or a comfortable place to live while you plan and build your dream estate. Located in the heart of Free Soil, you are just minutes away from the Manistee National Forest, premier hunting spots, ORV trails, and world-class fishing rivers. Whether you are looking for a dedicated northern retreat, an acreage investment, or a spot to park all your outdoor toys, this property is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your tour today! Additional acreage available.
Courtesy: Greenridge Realty S Rath
Debby Stevenson
231-510-5727
SHERMAN TWP - Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on a recently split 2.5-acre parcel, effective for the 2027 tax roll. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, along with new vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint throughout. Updated windows add to the home's appeal, while the spacious living room flows into an additional family room, creating an open-concept living area. Main-floor laundry and a pantry closet provide added convenience. The partially finished basement offers additional usable space, including a 2nd bathroom, a recreation room, office, older second kitchen area, and plenty of storage. The basement office could offer potential for a future fourth bedroom if required improvements are added. Outside, the property includes a detached 24' x 32' pole barn with a concrete floor plus an additional detached storage shed. The 2.5-acre parcel includes some wooded area toward the back of the property. Located on a paved road approximately one mile from US-31, providing convenient access for travel to Scottville, Ludington, Manistee, and surrounding areas. Come and see this property offering acreage, outbuildings, main-floor living, and additional basement space with future potential. Schedule today! Buyer to verify all information.
DEER HUNTERS DREAM WITH 51 ACRES TO ROAM AROUND IN. COME SEE THIS 1 STORY HOME, 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH WITH EXTERIOR BUILDINGS FOR STORAGE.
Courtesy: Pointes Realty LLC
Chad Evans
586-808-6015
DEER HUNTERS DREAM WITH 51 ACRES TO ROAM AROUND IN. COME SEE THIS 1 STORY HOME, 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH WITH EXTERIOR BUILDINGS FOR STORAGE.
Courtesy: LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Manistee
Bill Labelle
239-887-1037
Handyman special. Home needs to be finished but most of the material to do so is included and in the home. Good project for someone who has the time and know how.Home is being sold "as is"
HAMLIN LAKE - This custom-built 4-Bedroom, 3-Bathroom log home by Malliett Construction (2007) offers a private setting on 10.58 acres with 124 feet of private frontage on Hamlin Lake. The open floor plan features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning lake views, custom woodwork, and a main floor living area with a fieldstone wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with custom cabinets, granite countertops, a pantry, center island and new appliances. Five slider doors open to a generous wraparound deck, a stamped concrete patio, and an outdoor firepit. The main floor hosts two bedrooms with built-in closets, a full bath, and a tiled laundry room equipped with a wash sink and laundry chute. The upper level is dedicated to the primary suite, complete with a massive walk-in closet with loft and a bathroom featuring a walk-in tiled shower. The walk-out basement includes tile flooring, a second fieldstone wood-burning fireplace, a spacious family room, a utility room, a full bath
Pleasant, well-maintained 3-bedroom home on 25 acres offering the perfect blend of country living, hobby farming, or home-based business potential. The impressive 30' x 52' commercial-grade pole barn features 3-phase electrical, an ADA-compliant bathroom, its own septic system and drainfield, and was previously used as a machine shop. An additional garage with 3-phase electrical, plus a barn and chicken coop, provide exceptional versatility. Major updates in 2022 include a new roof, well, septic system and drainfield, and 220-amp electrical service. The home offers a bright kitchen, spacious dining and living rooms, a main-floor bedroom, maintenance-free vinyl siding, and replacement windows. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms updated with new drywall and carpeting in 2023, plus a large attic for extra storage. A rare opportunity with endless possibilities! This home is located in the Mason County Central School District.
Courtesy: GREENRIDGE Realty Ludington
Diana Kovalcik
231-690-5545
Well-maintained 3-bedroom home on 25 acres with an impressive 30' x 52' commercial-grade pole barn with 3-phase electrical, an ADA-compliant bathroom, its own septic system and drainfield. An additional garage with 3-phase electrical, plus a barn and chicken coop, provide exceptional versatility. Major updates to the home in 2022 include a new roof, well, septic system and drainfield, and 220-amp electrical service. The home offers a bright kitchen, spacious dining and living rooms, a main-floor bedroom, maintenance-free vinyl siding, and replacement windows. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms updated with new drywall and carpeting in 2023, plus a large attic for extra storage. A rare opportunity with endless possibilities! This home is located in the Mason County Central School District.
Courtesy: GREENRIDGE Realty Ludington
231-843-6868
Well-maintained 3-bedroom home on 25 acres with an impressive 30' x 52' commercial-grade pole barn with 3-phase electrical, an ADA-compliant bathroom, its own septic system and drainfield. An additional garage with 3-phase electrical, plus a barn and chicken coop, provide exceptional versatility. Major updates to the home in 2022 include a new roof, well, septic system and drainfield, and 220-amp electrical service. The home offers a bright kitchen, spacious dining and living rooms, a main-floor bedroom, maintenance-free vinyl siding, and replacement windows. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms updated with new drywall and carpeting in 2023, plus a large attic for extra storage. A rare opportunity with endless possibilities! This home is located in the Mason County Central School District.
This stunning Big Sable Riverfront home presents a unique opportunity with breathtaking views of the winding river and an open floor plan that creates a spacious, inviting atmosphere. Relax and unwind in the enclosed 3-season porch overlooking the tranquil river scenery. The full basement offers additional living space, perfect for family or entertainment areas, while the large garage provides ample storage. Renowned for excellent fishing and kayaking, the Big Sable River makes this property perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this exceptional home!
Courtesy: Town Square Real Estate Group
Katie Saunders
231-690-3605
This stunning Big Sable Riverfront home presents a unique opportunity with breathtaking views of the winding river and an open floor plan that creates a spacious, inviting atmosphere. Relax and unwind in the enclosed 3-season porch overlooking the tranquil river scenery. The full basement offers additional living space, perfect for family or entertainment areas, while the large garage provides ample storage. Renowned for excellent fishing and kayaking, the Big Sable River makes this property perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this exceptional home!
Courtesy: Big River Properties
George Merz
231-907-9666
Welcome to your private slice of Northern Michigan paradise! Situated on a sprawling 10.06-acre parcel that offers the perfect blend of open space, privacy, and endless recreational possibilities. The crown jewel of this property is the 30x50 pole barn with 10ft Lean to. Built to handle all your storage and hobby needs, it provides more than enough room for tractors, boats, side-by-sides, or a full workshop setup. The property also features a functional mobile home, making it an ideal basecamp for hunting season, weekend getaways, or a comfortable place to live while you plan and build your dream estate. Located in the heart of Free Soil, you are just minutes away from the Manistee National Forest, premier hunting spots, ORV trails, and world-class fishing rivers. Whether you are looking for a dedicated northern retreat, an acreage investment, or a spot to park all your outdoor toys, this property is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your tour today! Additional acreage available.
Vintage cabin meets modern lake living on Gunn Lake, a 219-acre all-sports lake with a sandy bottom and excellent year-round recreation. Originally built in the 1950s, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home still holds much of its original charm while blending in modern updates and comfort. Offering 80' of private lake frontage, the home features warm wood accents, a cozy wood stove, and large sliders leading to a lakeside deck with peaceful water views. The main floor includes 2 bedrooms, full bath, and laundry area, while the walkout lower level offers 2 additional bedrooms, another full bath, and direct access to the lower deck. Geothermal heating provides efficient year-round comfort. Comes fully furnished and ready to enjoy. Ideal as a full-time home, weekend getaway, or income property.
Courtesy: Dwelling Realty - KW Northern Michigan
Jermaine Sullivan
231-425-6935
Vintage cabin meets modern lake living on Gunn Lake, a 219-acre all-sports lake with a sandy bottom and excellent year-round recreation. Originally built in the 1950s, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home still holds much of its original charm while blending in modern updates and comfort. Offering 80' of private lake frontage, the home features warm wood accents, a cozy wood stove, and large sliders leading to a lakeside deck with peaceful water views. The main floor includes 2 bedrooms, full bath, and laundry area, while the walkout lower level offers 2 additional bedrooms, another full bath, and direct access to the lower deck. Geothermal heating provides efficient year-round comfort. Comes fully furnished and ready to enjoy. Ideal as a full-time home, weekend getaway, or income property.
Free Soil is located in Michigan. Free Soil, Michigan 49411has a population of 96. Free Soil 49411 is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 25% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.44%.
The median household income in Free Soil, Michigan 49411 is $39,500. The median household income for the surrounding county is $55,035 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Free Soil 49411 is 54.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 80.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 16.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.5 inches per year, with 87 inches of snow per year.
