Welcome to one of the most coveted stretches of shoreline on Cathead Bay — a property that blends natural beauty with unmatched exclusivity. Opportunities to own here are few, and this one is extraordinary. The beach is second to none: soft, velvety sand and a gently sloping lakebed that allows you to walk straight into the crystal waters without encountering rocks. This is the kind of shoreline that defines world-class lakefront living. Each evening, breathtaking sunsets unfold over the horizon, with North Fox, South Fox, and North Manitou Islands in silhouette — the kind of views people travel the world to experience, right from your own beach. This private drive is more than just an approach — it’s an arrival. Passing through acres of protected land held by the Leelanau Conservancy, you’ll sense the seclusion and permanence of this special place. A short walk brings you to Leelanau State Park, where forest and shoreline create an almost mystical connection to nature. Whether launching your watercraft into the bay or simply savoring the quiet of this hidden gem, this property offers the rarest luxury of all — complete peace of mind. Note: This is a seasonal cottage, designed for warm-weather enjoyment, and has not been winterized.
For sale
$1,100,000
14619 N Cathead Bay Dr, Northport, MI 49670
2beds
550sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.48 Acres Lot
$1,056,800 Zestimate®
$2,000/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Soft velvety sandBreathtaking sunsetsNatural beauty
- 335 days |
- 2,059 |
- 69 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sander Scott 231-386-0962,
Net Real Estate 231-499-0165
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1938988
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 82.62
- Dimensions: 8.1 x 10.2
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 49.41
- Dimensions: 8.1 x 6.1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 364.45
- Dimensions: 19.7 x 18.5
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Propane, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range
- Laundry: None
Features
- Loft, Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 550
- Total interior livable area: 550 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 550
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Pole Construction, Dirt
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water, Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Bluff (greater than 10ft), Great Lake, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
- Body of water: Lake Michigan
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 275 x 75 x 285
- Features: Level, Metes and Bounds, Joins State/Federal Land
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00851003200
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Log Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Cathead Bay
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Northport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,000/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $989,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,551
- Price range: $1.1M - $1.1M
- Date on market: 9/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 336 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,1031 Exchange
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$1,056,800
$1.00M - $1.11M
$1,279/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+18.8%$2,000/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1938988 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2024 | Sold | $926,000+8.9%$1,684/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1927003 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2024 | Pending sale | $850,000$1,545/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1927003 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $850,000$1,545/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1927003 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,551 +4.3% | $494,800 +63.4% |
| 2024 | $4,363 +3.3% | $302,900 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $4,224 +3.9% | $284,800 +21.7% |
| 2022 | $4,066 -1.9% | $234,100 -1.7% |
| 2021 | $4,146 +27.1% | $238,200 +14.4% |
| 2020 | $3,263 | $208,300 +0.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $208,000 -1.5% |
| 2018 | -- | $211,100 +2.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $205,500 +4% |
| 2016 | -- | $197,540 -0.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $198,090 -4.8% |
| 2014 | -- | $208,110 -0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $209,020 -10.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $234,550 -0.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $235,730 -1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $238,300 |
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Neighborhood: 49670
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Northport Public SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Northport Public School District
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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