Escape to your own Pure Michigan retreat with this charming 3-bedroom log home set on 15.7 private, wooded acres—a rare opportunity for buyers seeking acreage, seclusion, and that true up-north lifestyle. With approximately 1,300 sq ft plus a partially finished basement, this home offers the perfect blend of rustic character and functional living space. Step inside and you’ll immediately appreciate the warm log interior, creating a cozy cabin feel ideal for year-round living, a hunting basecamp, or a peaceful getaway. The partially finished basement adds flexibility for additional living space, recreation, or storage. Outside, the property truly shines. Surrounded by mature woods, this parcel delivers exceptional privacy, abundant wildlife, and room to explore—perfect for hunting, trail riding, or simply enjoying nature. The detached 2-car garage with a workshop area provides plenty of space for tools, toys, and projects. If you’ve been searching for a log home on acreage, secluded cabin in the woods, hunting property, or Northern Michigan retreat, this one checks all the boxes. Properties like this—with privacy, usable land, and authentic character—don’t come along often.
For sale
$270,000
2561 E Johnson Rd, Lake City, MI 49651
3beds
1,812sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
15.87 Acres Lot
$264,000 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementSurrounded by mature woodsUsable landExceptional privacyWarm log interiorAbundant wildlifeCozy cabin feel
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barry Fall Home:231-357-4673,
ERA Greater North Properties 231-779-8088
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1944545
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 106.19
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 8.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 151.2
- Dimensions: 18 x 8.4
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117.6
- Dimensions: 14 x 8.4
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 146.4
- Dimensions: 18.3 x 8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 136.32
- Dimensions: 14.2 x 9.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 237.9
- Dimensions: 18.3 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Pantry, High Speed Internet
- Basement: Full,Finished Rooms,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,812
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,300
- Finished area below ground: 512
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Concrete Floors, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 15.87 Acres
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Level, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 01005901290 & 25
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Estate
- Wooded area: 90
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Frame, Wood Siding, Log Siding, Full Log
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: na
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $50,993
- Annual tax amount: $247
- Price range: $270K - $270K
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$264,000
$251,000 - $277,000
$2,117/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000$149/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1944545 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $247 +4.7% | $19,900 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $236 | $19,400 +32% |
| 2023 | -- | $14,700 +8.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $13,500 +9.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $12,300 +4.2% |
| 2019 | $212 | $11,800 |
| 2018 | $212 +44.8% | $11,800 -3.3% |
| 2017 | $147 | $12,200 |
| 2016 | $147 | $12,200 -0.8% |
| 2015 | $147 | $12,300 |
| 2014 | $147 | $12,300 |
| 2013 | $147 | $12,300 +1.7% |
| 2011 | $147 -2.9% | $12,100 -4% |
| 2009 | $151 | $12,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49651
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lake City Upper Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 13.2 mi
- 7/10Lake City Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 13 mi
- 7/10Lake City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lake City Area School District
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- Michigan
- Missaukee County
- Lake City
- 49651
- 2561 E Johnson Rd
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