BEAR LAKE WATERFRONT HOME! Escape to the peace and quiet of northern Michigan with this beautifully updated modified A-frame nestled on 2.7 wooded acres with 208 feet of frontage on private Bear Lake. Bordering the Huron National Forest, this property offers direct access to thousands of acres of public land for hiking, hunting, wildlife viewing, and year-round outdoor recreation, while nearby ATV and snowmobile trails can be accessed from the property. Inside, you'll find approximately 1,032 square feet of warm, inviting living space featuring soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams, an open-concept floor plan, and a cozy wood-burning stove that creates the perfect Up North atmosphere. The custom kitchen is loaded with character, showcasing handcrafted wood countertops, a corrugated metal backsplash, abundant workspace, and a walk-in pantry. The home offers three bedrooms and an updated full bath featuring a tiled walk-in shower. A spiral staircase leads to the upper level, where the loft-style layout adds charm and flexibility for family and guests. Step outside to enjoy the privacy of the wooded setting, frequent visits from deer and other wildlife, and peaceful views of Bear Lake, which is approximately 15 acres in size and reaching depths of around 30 feet, Bear Lake is well known locally for its fishing and quiet setting. Additional features include a durable metal roof, mini-split heating and cooling, a new septic installed in 2019, and two storage buildings—including a 12' x 8' shed wired for electricity and a 12' x 16' storage shed—providing plenty of room for tools, fishing gear, ATVs, and outdoor equipment. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, weekend getaway, or recreational base camp, this turnkey property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and northern Michigan adventure.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (8/5)
$210,000
5540 N Bear Lake Trl, Rose City, MI 48654
3beds
1,032sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
2.7 Acres Lot
$207,500 Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mini-split heating and coolingSpiral staircaseDurable metal roofCozy wood-burning stoveOpen-concept floor planHandcrafted wood countertopsAbundant workspace
- 40 days
- 1,427
- 88
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
CHRIS DACK 989-965-0509,
BENJAMIN REALTY 989-685-2414
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1948214
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 93.5
- Dimensions: 11 x 8.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 97.75
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Pantry, Loft, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Drywall
- Windows: Drapes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,032
- Total interior livable area: 1,032 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,032
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Gravel, Dirt, Private
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Bluff (greater than 10ft), Private Lake
- Body of water: Bear Lake - Oge-Rose
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 208
Lot
- Size: 2.7 Acres
- Dimensions: 475 x 250
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Sloped, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 06501310600700
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal/Steel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Not Applicable
- Water conservation: Not Applicable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Rose City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $203/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $38,521
- Annual tax amount: $1,002
- Price range: $210K - $210K
- Date on market: 7/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 40 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt
Estimated market value
$207,500
$197,000 - $218,000
$1,194/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Price change | $210,000-4.5%$203/sqft |
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| 7/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000+109.5%$213/sqft |
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| 8/4/2005 | Sold | $105,000$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $981 +3.7% | $53,100 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $945 +3.9% | $51,400 +21.2% |
| 2023 | $910 +0% | $42,400 +28.5% |
| 2022 | $910 -2.9% | $33,000 -2.9% |
| 2021 | $938 | $34,000 +1.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $33,600 +24.4% |
| 2018 | $733 -23.3% | $27,000 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $955 | $26,000 +12.6% |
| 2016 | $955 +0.3% | $23,100 +2.2% |
| 2015 | $953 +246.4% | $22,600 -17.8% |
| 2014 | $275 | $27,500 +1.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $27,200 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $27,300 -5.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $28,800 -18.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $35,200 |
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Neighborhood: 48654
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Branch-Rose City Area Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.








