Tucked away in the St. Marys River within the pristine waters of northern Lake Huron, South Pipe Island is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Great Lakes history. Spanning 13.56 acres, this beautifully maintained private island in De Tour Village is rich in maritime heritage and protected natural beauty. A true recreational paradise with opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, camping, and more. At its heart stands a fully operational lighthouse, built in 1887 and now maintained by the Coast Guard, alongside the original light keeper’s house and historic boathouse- all meticulously maintained to honor their legacy. The property also includes three rustic sleeping cabins, a workshop, and even a private island theater, blending historic preservation with quiet, off-grid hospitality. A private harbor ensures convenient water access and shelter from the open lake- perfect for summer arrivals by boat. The island is protected by a conservation easement, which ensures the preservation of its natural character and prevents future development, safeguarding the landscape and history for generations to come. South Pipe Island is more than a property- it’s a living piece of Michigan’s maritime past and a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking solitude, history, and the wild beauty of the Great Lakes.
For sale
$2,995,000
21500 S Pipe Is, Detour, MI 49725
3beds
1,938sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1887
13.56 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,545/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private harborPrivate islandPristine watersFully operational lighthouse
- 383 days |
- 1,452 |
- 81 |
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Listed by:
Robert Brick 231-715-1464,
REMAX Bayshore - West Shore Dr TC 231-941-4500
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1935435
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 242.36
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 16.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 223.38
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 15.3
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121.26
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 8.6
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 188.64
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 13.1
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.52
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 15.8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 267.84
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 18.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196.02
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 16.2
Heating
- Propane
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer, Other
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Breakfast Nook, Other
- Flooring: Wood, Other
- Basement: Michigan Basement
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,938
- Total interior livable area: 1,938 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,938
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Multi-Level Decking, Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony, Other, Garden, Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River, Island, Rocky Shoreline, Gradual Slope to Water, Great Lake, Lake
- Body of water: St Marys River
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 2916
Lot
- Size: 13.56 Acres
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Rolling Slope, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House, Guest House, Workshop, Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 00517300100
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Log Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Timber Frame, Wood Siding, Full Log
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1887
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Mete & Bounds
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Detour
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,545/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $577,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,667
- Price range: $3M - $3M
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 384 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,914/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000$1,545/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1935393 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,647 | $288,600 +3.6% |
| 2024 | -- | $278,700 +16.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $238,800 +18.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $202,100 +0.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $201,900 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $7,384 -8.1% | $199,500 -3.7% |
| 2019 | $8,034 -0.9% | $207,100 -4% |
| 2018 | $8,104 +225.8% | $215,700 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $2,488 +0.9% | $204,800 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $2,465 | $200,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49725
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Drummond Island Elem. SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 7.6 mi
- 3/10DeTour High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Detour Elementary School
- Middle: Detour High School
- High: Detour High School
- District: Detour Area Schools
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- Michigan
- Chippewa County
- Detour
- 49725
- 21500 S Pipe Is
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