1281 River Road
Beulah, MI 49617-9418
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- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,073 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $209 per sqft
- 1985 build
- – on site
Welcome to "Benzie Basecamp" - a peaceful & recently updated riverfront home on the beautiful Platte River. Enjoy it as a year round residence or Up North cottage with option to short term rent (property is a 5 star "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with successful rental history). Plenty of room for family & friends to spread out with 3 bedrooms plus a 4th non-conforming bedroom and two bathrooms. Spacious primary ensuite with tiled walk-in shower and new vanity. Other updates throughout include new flooring and trim in main living space; paint throughout; landscaping & riverside deck. The oversized two car garage plus two sheds provide plenty of space for storing recreational toys/gear. The family room with sliding glass door leading out to the back deck overlooking the river is sure to be a popular gathering spot in any season. The gas stove creates cozy ambiance for snowy winter days (enjoy a wood burning fireplace in the living room as well!). The river on this stretch is shallow and sandy, perfect for kids to splash around. A very short wade upstream is a proven spot for catching brown trout & rainbow trout. In the spring and fall, enjoy the excitement of watching salmon & steelhead push upstream. The idyllic dirt road leads right to a nice hiking trail on public land - enjoy a short hike down to the Platte River State Forest Campground which offers additional river access points and is a nice place to go for a walk. Named "Benzie Basecamp" because the location is the perfect jumping off point for enjoying the best of Northern Michigan... 15 min to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park & Lake MI beaches; 10 minutes to the charming village of Beulah; 15 min to the village of Lake Ann; 30 min to Traverse City. Many furnishings available for purchase (fully equipped kitchen; newer Nectar mattresses + bedroom furniture; dining set) to make this a mostly move-in ready property. Seller is a licensed real estate salesperson in MI.
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Last updated Jun 8, 2025
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MLS# 1934399 —
This home is listed in more than one place. See it here.
The Building
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Construction:manufactured/HUD, frame
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Style:1 story
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Roof:asphalt
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Foundation:crawl space, block
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Exterior Finish:Vinyl
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Barrier Free Design:Roll-In Shower
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Eco Features:no
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Energy Efficient:Not Applicable
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SqFt:2073
Interior
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Features:Skylights, Mud Room, Den/Study, Drywall
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Kitchen Floor Covering:laminate
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Dining Floor:Laminate
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Family Room on:Main Floor
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Family Room Floor Covering:tile
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Laundry on:Main Floor
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Laundry Floor Covering:laminate
Financial & Terms
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Terms:Conventional, Cash, 1031 Exchange, Other
Location
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Latitude:44.649603
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Longitude:-85.970409
The Property
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Parcel Description:metes and bounds
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Lot Dimensions:Irregular - see docs
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Land Features:Level
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Acres:0.4
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Zoning:Residential, Rental History
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Exterior Features:Deck, Fenced Yard
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Deeded Waterfront:yes
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Water Features:private frontage water side, river, water view
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Body Of Water:Platte River
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Road:gravel, dirt
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Mineral Rights:Unknown
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Price Per SqFt:209.84
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
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- (231) 922-2350
Taxes
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Tax ID:10-07-050-003-00
Beds
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1st Bedroom on:Main Floor
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1st Bedroom Floor Covering:laminate
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2nd Bedroom on:Main Floor
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2nd Bedroom Floor Covering:laminate
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3rd Bedroom on:Main Floor
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3rd Bedroom Floor Covering:laminate
Baths
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Master Bath:private
Heating & Cooling
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Fireplace/Stove:Fireplace(s), Gas, Wood, Stove
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Heating & Cooling:Forced Air, Baseboard, Central Air
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Heating & Cooling Source:propane
Utilities
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Water:Private Well
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Water Conservation:Not Applicable
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Sewer:Private Septic
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Renewable:Not Applicable
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TV Service/Internet:Cable TV, Cable Internet, WiFi
Appliances
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Appliances:Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods, Ceiling Fan, Electric Water Heater
Schools
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School District:Benzie County Central Schools
The Community
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Subdivision:MI
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Amenities:None
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Association Fee Includes:None
Parking
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Primary Garage:detached, door opener, paved driveway
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Driveway:Concrete, Private
Extra Units
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Additional Buildings:garden/storage shed
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$435,000
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$2,329
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| Insurance | $119 |
| Utilities | $191 See report |
| Total | $2,639/mo.* |
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Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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6/8/25
Jun 8, 2025
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Accepting Backup Offers | NGLRMLS | $435,000 | |
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6/3/25
Jun 3, 2025
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Price Changed | NGLRMLS | $435,000 | -3.3% |
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5/29/25
May 29, 2025
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Listed / Active | NGLRMLS | $450,000 | 30.4% (12.6% / YR) |
