Escape to a private wilderness sanctuary where modern luxury meets the rugged beauty of Northern Michigan. This meticulously maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom tri-level residence sits at the heart of 40 pristine acres, offering a rare blend of sophisticated living and world-class outdoor recreation. The home's exterior is a masterclass in curb appeal, featuring professional landscaping, a decorative pond, and a fenced garden that creates a park-like atmosphere. Whether you are enjoying a quiet morning in the expansive sunroom or watching the sunset over your private acreage, the home serves as a seamless bridge between indoor comfort and the great outdoors. For the avid sportsman, this property is a true legacy estate. The land is thoughtfully managed with established food plots, multiple hunting blinds, and a natural pond that draws in local wildlife, making it a turnkey haven for hunters. If 40 private acres aren't enough, the property sits directly across from the Manistee National Forest, granting you immediate access to over 8,000 acres of additional public land. After a day in the woods, you can retreat to a home built for ultimate peace of mind, featuring energy-efficient geothermal heating and cooling, a newer roof and windows, and a whole-house Generac generator to ensure you're never left in the dark.
Storage and hobby space are equally impressive, anchored by an oversized 32 x 45 garage featuring a heated workshop--perfect for year-round projects--and an additional pole barn for all your seasonal toys and equipment. From the high-end mechanical upgrades to the unrivaled access to Michigan's natural beauty, this estate offers a lifestyle of total privacy and limitless adventure. Don't miss the opportunity to claim this exceptional retreat as your own.
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$549,000
10343 N Walnut Ave, Bitely, MI 49309
5beds
2,228sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
40.23 Acres Lot
$512,600 Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Heated workshopDecorative pondPrivate acreageProfessional landscapingExpansive sunroomNewer roof and windowsWhole-house generac generator
- 109 days
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Lightfoot 231-250-1161,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Fremont 231-924-5880
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26022061
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- LP Tank Rented
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,604
- Total interior livable area: 2,228 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 40.23 Acres
- Dimensions: 1320 x 1320
- Features: Level, Recreational, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage
- Parcel number: 0332200001
- Zoning description: residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: LP Tank Rented
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bitely
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $246/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $69,271
- Annual tax amount: $2,200
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$512,600
$487,000 - $538,000
$2,060/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000-0.2%$246/sqft |
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| 12/13/2025 | Listing removed | $549,900$247/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $549,900-8.3%$247/sqft |
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| 6/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900$269/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,630 +3.5% | $142,700 -18.9% |
| 2024 | $1,575 +92.9% | $175,900 +45.5% |
| 2023 | $816 -31.3% | $120,900 +3.6% |
| 2022 | $1,188 +0.7% | $116,700 |
| 2021 | $1,180 +82.3% | $116,700 +28.4% |
| 2020 | $647 | $90,900 -1.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $91,900 +3.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $88,900 +19.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $74,500 -8% |
| 2016 | -- | $81,000 +0.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $80,800 +2.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $78,800 -3.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $81,600 -10.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $91,200 -11% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,500 |
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Neighborhood: 49309
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Big Jackson Public School
- Middle: Big Rapids Middle School
- High: Big Rapids High School
Source: MichRIC. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






