Welcome to your own private Northern Michigan retreat! Offering approximately **240 feet of frontage on the West Branch of the Muskegon River**, this unique property combines waterfront living, privacy, recreation, and plenty of space for family and friends. Located on a peaceful dead-end road, the property features not only beautiful river frontage, but also **three artesian wells feeding a private pond and small lake**, creating a truly special setting for enjoying the outdoors and watching wildlife. There’s plenty of room for all your Up North toys and hobbies with **two pole buildings—24x32 and 24x40—**plus an additional storage shed, **Generac generator**, and **30-amp RV hookup**. Two gazebos provide wonderful places to relax and take in the surroundings. One has electricity and overlooks the lake, making it the perfect spot for evening card games, conversations, and making memories with family and friends. Inside, this well-maintained **2-bedroom, 1-bath stick-built home** is ready to enjoy. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area makes gathering easy, while an additional spacious living room features a **wall of windows overlooking the river**—an ideal place to relax, entertain, or simply watch the wildlife and changing seasons. An attached **2-stall garage** provides additional convenience and storage. Despite its peaceful setting, you're only about **6 miles from I-127 and Houghton Lake** and approximately **15 miles from Lake Missaukee in Lake City**, putting boating, fishing, trails, dining, shopping, and year-round Northern Michigan recreation within easy reach. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, weekend getaway, or a place where generations of family and friends can gather, this property offers a rare combination of **waterfront, acreage-style privacy, abundant storage, recreation, and convenience**. Come see it in person—you may not want to leave!
For sale
Price cut: $30K (9/22)
$349,900
89 River Dr, Merritt, MI 49667
2beds
1,568sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
1.65 Acres Lot
$345,500 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Additional storage shedAcreage-style privacy
- 15 days
- 456
- 17
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Theisen 989-274-0822,
Midge & Co 989-202-4343
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50222330
Originating MLS: MiRealSource
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Family room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 297
- Dimensions: 27 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Living room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 27 x 12
Heating
- Boiler, Propane
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Concrete,Sump Pump,Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,568
- Total interior livable area: 1,568 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,568
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Pond, River Front, No Wake Lake, Waterfront
- Body of water: Muskegon River
- Frontage length: 240
Lot
- Size: 1.65 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.65
- Features: Dead End, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Pole Barn, Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 00359000600 plus 5 more
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
- Utilities for property: Cable/Internet Avail., Cable Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Roof
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: River Drive Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merritt
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $26,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,614
- Date on market: 9/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 177 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$345,500
$328,000 - $363,000
$1,411/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Price change | $349,900-7.9%$223/sqft |
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| 9/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,900$242/sqft |
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| 9/11/2026 | Listing removed | $379,900$242/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Price change | $379,900-5%$242/sqft |
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| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900+27%$255/sqft |
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| 10/31/2024 | Sold | $315,000-3.1%$201/sqft |
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| 7/9/2024 | Price change | $325,000-3%$207/sqft |
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| 7/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $335,000$214/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $325 +7.4% | $13,400 |
| 2025 | $303 +4.4% | $13,400 -2.9% |
| 2024 | $290 | $13,800 +6.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $13,000 +14% |
| 2022 | -- | $11,400 -5% |
| 2020 | -- | $12,000 -2.4% |
| 2019 | $39 | $12,300 +310% |
| 2018 | $39 -35.5% | $3,000 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $61 | $2,800 +47.4% |
| 2016 | $61 | $1,900 |
| 2015 | $61 | $1,900 -24% |
| 2014 | $61 | $2,500 |
| 2013 | $61 | $2,500 |
| 2011 | $61 0% | $2,500 |
| 2009 | $61 | $2,500 |
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Neighborhood: 49667
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Houghton Lake Comm Schools
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