300’ direct Ben-way Lake frontage, 900’ direct Intermediate River frontage and 80 Acres encompass this one of a kind oasis in Northern Michigan on the upper Chain-of-Lakes being offered for the first time in 54 years. Featuring a classic farm house, 2-story 100-year old barn and 4 charming log cabins. This property would lend itself to any number of uses, including a waterfront resort, event venue, family legacy estate, corporate retreat and endless other possibilities. The 80-acres is a mix of towering hardwoods, open vistas, private water frontage and trails. Ben-way Lake offers breathtaking views and is a recreational haven for boating, fishing, kayaking and swimming. It also affords you direct access to the entirety of the upper Chain-of-Lakes, from Ellsworth to Bellaire for just over 20 miles of navigable waterways. With no township zoning, this rare opportunity is a place to let your creative ideas unfold into reality.
For sale
$1,375,000
5322 Rushton Rd, Central Lake, MI 49622
10beds
3,792sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$8,738/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
80 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private water frontageMix of towering hardwoodsClassic farm houseOpen vistas
- 77 days |
- 837 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christian Nelson 231-264-5400,
REMAX Of Elk Rapids 231-264-5400
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1945005
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 5
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16.92 x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 21.42 x 13.42
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10.25 x 8.83
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18.92 x 8.75
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10.25 x 9.92
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 21.33 x 13.17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Mud Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Michigan Basement
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,792
- Total interior livable area: 3,792 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,792
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Concrete, Private
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View, Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, River, Gradual Slope to Water
- Body of water: Intermediate River
- Frontage type: Waterfront,Priv Frontage (Across Rd)
- Frontage length: 1200
Lot
- Size: 80 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Wetlands, Some Lowland Areas, Rolling Slope, Other, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Other
- Parcel number: 050200201100
- Zoning description: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Frame, Wood Siding, Full Log
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Metes and Bounds
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Central Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $129,030
- Annual tax amount: $3,536
- Price range: $1.4M - $1.4M
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 79 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,576/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,375,000$363/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1945005 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,536 +4.8% | $661,100 +125.2% |
| 2024 | $3,374 +7.5% | $293,600 +13.8% |
| 2023 | $3,139 | $257,900 +17.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $219,200 +12.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $194,800 +2% |
| 2020 | -- | $191,000 +9.3% |
| 2017 | $2,639 | $174,800 -12.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $198,800 +3.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $191,600 +3.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $185,900 +9.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $169,300 -5.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $179,000 -19.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $222,200 |
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Neighborhood: 49622
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Central Lake Public SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Central Lake Public Schools
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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