Escape to your own private 20-acre retreat, bordered on two sides by the Hiawatha National Forest and surrounded by thousands of acres of federal land. This rare parcel—one of only four private tracts in the entire area—offers unmatched seclusion and direct access to endless outdoor adventure. The cozy log cabin features a kitchen, living room with woodstove and propane space heat, a bedroom, a sleeping loft, a sauna, and an indoor toilet for added comfort. A clever water system allows you to warm the sauna, run the pump, and fill a water tank positioned above the sauna, where it heats and gravity-feeds into the shower head. Enjoy elevated views from the large deck with a sliding door, perfect for taking in the peaceful scenery and frequent wildlife. The property includes a drilled well, a spacious storage shed that houses the generator, and an outhouse with a covered area ideal for preparing game after a successful hunt. Trails run through the land, creating easy access for deer blind setups and offering excellent ATV and snowmobile riding, with direct trail access from 2231. Centrally located just off Highway 13 between Escanaba and Manistique, this is the ultimate Northwoods escape for those seeking privacy, recreation, and the beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Property must be shown by a licensed Real Estate agent, so please do not trespass.
Closed
$160,000
12265 28th Rd, Rapid River, MI 49878
2beds
1,090sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
20 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$1,586 Estimated rent
Home value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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$1,586/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 27, 2026 at 09:05am
Listed by:
CORRINA JOHNSON 906-286-2978,
GROVER REAL ESTATE 906-341-2131
Bought with:
AMY SCHIEDING, 6502376536
RE/MAX SUPERIORLAND
Source: Upper Peninsula AOR,MLS#: 50194257
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 136
- Dimensions: 17 x 8
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 374
- Dimensions: 22 x 17
Heating
- Space Heater, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range/Oven, Water Heater
Features
- None
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,090
- Total interior livable area: 1,090 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,090
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Unassigned
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural View
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: none
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 660
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Dimensions: 660 x 1320
- Features: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Large Lot - 65+ Ft., Wooded, Adjoins State/Fed Land
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Sauna, Outhouse
- Parcel number: 01308000200
- Zoning: Recreation
- Zoning description: Recreational
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Other, Holding Tank
- Water: Well, Drilled Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Not Available, Natural Gas Not Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rapid River
- Subdivision: none
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Partnership
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2026 | Sold | $160,000-5.9%$147/sqft |
Source:  Upper Peninsula AOR #50194257 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $170,000$156/sqft |
Source: Upper Peninsula AOR #50194257 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $723 -64.7% | $63,400 +9.5% |
| 2024 | $2,050 +213.9% | $57,900 +17.4% |
| 2023 | $653 +3.3% | $49,300 -6.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49878
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Big Bay De Noc SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 10.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Rapid River Public Schools
Source: Upper Peninsula AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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