Nestled along the beautiful Rifle River, this charming chalet-style cottage offers a rare opportunity to own over 190 feet of premium river frontage with stunning panoramic views. Family-owned since the early 70’s, this well-maintained retreat is perfectly positioned close to the river, allowing you to enjoy a breathtaking waterfront setting that would be difficult to replicate today. The cottage features 3 bedrooms, a warm and inviting interior with a combination of drywall, wallpaper, and brick accents. Large vinyl windows and a sliding glass door capture the spectacular river views and provide abundant natural light throughout. Enjoy relaxing mornings and evenings on the spacious front and rear decks overlooking the sandy-bottom frontage of the Rifle River. Additional features include LP gas heat, block foundation with crawl space, vinyl windows, kitchen appliances included, and a detached 10x12 vinyl-sided storage shed. Conveniently located approximately 15 minutes from West Branch and just 2.5 hours north of Detroit, this waterfront getaway offers the perfect Up North escape for fishing, kayaking, tubing, wildlife watching, or simply unwinding by the river. A unique opportunity to create lasting family memories on one of Northern Michigan’s most scenic rivers. $220,000.
For sale
$220,000
2120 Campfire Trl, Alger, MI 48610
3beds
935sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
1.12 Acres Lot
$217,600 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Chalet-style cottageAbundant natural light throughoutLp gas heatWarm and inviting interiorSliding glass doorLarge vinyl windowsVinyl windows
- 15 days |
- 2,105 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeffrey Thompson 989-274-4045,
Thompson State Wide Real Estate 989-480-8088
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1946848
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Kitchen
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 12 x 7
Living room
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Propane
Cooling
- Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave
- Laundry: None
Features
- Drywall, WiFi
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 935
- Total interior livable area: 935 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 935
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Dirt
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View, Seasonal View, Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River, Sandy Bottom, Gradual Slope to Water
- Body of water: Rifle River
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 194
Lot
- Size: 1.12 Acres
- Dimensions: 190 x 349 x 123 x 395
- Features: Wooded, Level, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0040R4000001500
- Zoning description: Residential,Natural Rivers Act
- Other equipment: Dish TV, TV Antenna
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Rifle River Bluffs
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Alger
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $39,436
- Annual tax amount: $1,796
- Price range: $220K - $220K
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$217,600
$207,000 - $228,000
$1,378/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000$235/sqft |
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| 6/20/2026 | Pending sale | $220,000$235/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000$235/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,743 +5.8% | $54,900 +1.3% |
| 2024 | $1,646 +2.9% | $54,200 +17.6% |
| 2023 | $1,600 +4.6% | $46,100 +30.6% |
| 2022 | $1,529 | $35,300 +4.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $33,800 -7.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $36,700 +2.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $35,700 -14.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $41,900 +19.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $35,000 +4.8% |
| 2016 | -- | $33,400 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $330 | $33,000 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $330 | $33,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,100 -5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $35,000 -0.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $35,200 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48610
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASterling Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.7 mi
- 7/10Standish-Sterling Central High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 10.1 mi
- 7/10Standish Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 10.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Standish-Sterling Community Schools
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- Michigan
- Arenac County
- Alger
- 48610
- 2120 Campfire Trl







