MICHIGAN WATERFRONT HOME FOR SALE! Nestled along the pristine shores of Lake Superior, this exceptional Seven Bedroom, Three Bath Home offers luxurious lakeside living in a setting of deep historical roots and natural beauty. Beach lovers will treasure access to the soft sands and crystal-clear waters ideal for swimming and sunbathing right at the front door! Imagine waking each morning to the gentle sounds of Lake Superior's waves lapping against the shoreline. Just stroll from your door and you are at the Big Bay Harbor of Refuge with its protective break wall, 275' sheet pile and concrete mooring with water and power at each slip, a boat launch, and harbormaster services - perfect for the avid boater or fishing enthusiast. Your new address places you just outside the charming unincorporated community of Big Bay in northern Marquette County, where History lives and breathes. In the evening you can sit by the grill for perfect sunset cookouts! The property also features an outdoor wood furnace and a reliable backup generator system that activates automatically during power outages—both valuable amenities included with the sale. The property sits within an area rich in cultural heritage, where local Native American tribes thrived. Visit Burns Cabin to discover the area's Native American heritage dating back to the 1600s, when local tribes used the protected barrier beach for trading wild rice and cranberries cultivated here centuries ago. Beginning as a lumber town in 1875 the Village rose to prominence when Henry Ford purchased and revitalized it in 1943. Ford's vision transformed this charming lakeside community into both a business hub for his automobile empire and a personal retreat where he and his wife Clara would entertain friends and executives. Ford watched his sawmill from his hotel balcony—a sawmill that initially manufactured the nation's bowling pins and later produced wooden panels for Ford's iconic Woody Wagons. The iconic Thunder Bay Inn where Henry Ford once held court in Room 201, still bears his name today. Film enthusiasts will recognize Big Bay as the filming location for the classic "Anatomy of a Murder" (1959), with scenes shot at the Thunder Bay Inn, Big Bay Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast, and the Lumberjack Tavern—site of the real 1952 crime that inspired the film. Community amenities include the nearby Bay Cliff Health Camp, a year-round, non-profit wellness facility serving children and adults with physical disabilities. Located 28 miles northwest of Marquette, this property balances peaceful seclusion with reasonable access to larger community amenities. Whether you're seeking a permanent residence or a spectacular vacation retreat, this Big Bay property offers a lifestyle that combines luxury waterfront living with rich historical significance—a legacy property in a setting that once captivated one of America's greatest industrialists and continues to enchant visitors today. Contact Us For Your Private Viewing Today!
For sale
$1,280,000
4030 Squaw Beach Rd, Big Bay, MI 49808
7beds
2,341sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$547/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Boat launchOutdoor wood furnace
- 434 days |
- 879 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
TIM KEOHANE 906-228-9312,
GREAT LAKES & LAND OF MARQUETTE, INC. 906-228-9312,
LINDA KEOHANE 906-250-9810,
GREAT LAKES & LAND OF MARQUETTE, INC.
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50172420
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Entry, Family Room, Bedroom, Laundry, Master Bedroom, Great Room, Living Room, Recreation Room, Utility/Laundry Room, Second Flr Full Bathroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Bedroom 1
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 378
- Dimensions: 27 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 12 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 75
- Dimensions: 15 x 5
Dining room
- Features: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Family room
- Features: Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1170
- Dimensions: 39 x 30
Kitchen
- Features: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Living room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 375
- Dimensions: 25 x 15
Heating
- Boiler, Hot Water, Zoned, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: First Floor Laundry, Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Interior Balcony, Sump Pump, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet, Wood, Concrete
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Block,Daylight,Full,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,692
- Total interior livable area: 2,341 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,846
- Finished area below ground: 495
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3 or More Spaces, Garage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Wheelchair Access
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: All Sports Lake, Beach Access, Beach Front, Lake Front, Great Lake, Seawall, Waterfront, Sandy Bottom
- Body of water: Lake Superior
- Frontage length: 200
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 242 x 38 x 200 x 83
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: 521153000100
- Zoning: Lakeshore/Residential
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Private,Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Phone Available, Propane, Propane Tank Leased, Natrl Gas Not to Property, Water Connected, Satellite Services
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Assessors's Plat Of Squaw Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Big Bay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $547/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $7,411
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 434 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,606/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $1,280,000-13.5%$547/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,480,000-0.7%$632/sqft |
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| 8/15/2024 | Listing removed | $1,490,000$636/sqft |
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| 3/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000$636/sqft |
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| 1/1/2024 | Listing removed | $1,490,000$636/sqft |
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| 6/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000-0.7%$636/sqft |
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| 11/29/2022 | Listing removed | $1,500,000$641/sqft |
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| 6/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$641/sqft |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49808
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Powell Twp. Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Powell Township School District
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- Michigan
- Marquette County
- Marquette
- 49808
- 4030 Squaw Beach Rd
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