Beautiful building site on the Escanaba River near the mouth where it enters Little Bay De Noc on Lake Michigan. There is direct boat access to Lake Michigan from the shoreline. There is 150’ of frontage and is an acre in size. The lot has two elevations. One is about 3 feet above the water and is dry year round. Walk right into the river from here or jump into your fishing boat, pontoon, or kayak. This area is approximately a quarter of an acre. There is a gravel road coming from the higher level for vehicle access. The upper area is approximately 9’ higher than that. It is a perfect site for a walkout basement to the river. Some of the most beautiful sun and moonrises are right over the river. Wildlife is abundant including multiple fish species including walleye. Deer, ducks, geese, cranes, turkeys, owls, and eagles frequently seen. Along with the occasional otter playing around. It’s located on a private road only a mile from the city limits of Escanaba, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
150 feet of river frontage within one mile of Escanaba...Property is approximately 1 acre and sitting on the river along with boat access to Lake Michigan and Little Bay de Noc. Large boat launch located just downstream with the possibility of adding your own launch on site!
A road has been built to access the lower area. The lot has a high bank building area with a lower-level yard, right next to the river. Perfect spot to dock your boat! You could also have a beautiful yard with a firepit to sit and enjoy the abundant wildlife. Fish, kayak or watch geese and eagle's soar from your own back yard!
The site has been prepped and is ready to build. Power access to the property line. It is on a private road less than 5 minutes from the city of Escanaba and is also located in the tax friendly township of Wells. Additional frontage is available!
For sale by owner
$135,000
6051 3rd Ave N, Wells, MI 49894
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What's special
Lot has two elevations
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$1,218/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $135,000 |
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| 10/28/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $135,000+50% |
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| 11/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $90,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,909 +2.7% | $67,800 -5% |
| 2022 | $1,860 +1% | $71,400 +13.3% |
| 2021 | $1,842 | $63,000 -2.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $64,800 +44.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $44,800 -54.1% |
| 2018 | -- | $97,500 |
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Neighborhood: 49894
Nearby schools
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- NAWebster Elementary SchoolGrades: KDistance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Escanaba Area Public High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 3.2 mi
- 7/10Escanaba Middle SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- Michigan
- Delta County
- Wells
- 49894
- 6051 3rd Ave N





