Historic Waterfront Home on Portage Lake with Access to Lake Michigan.Rare opportunity to own a piece of history on Portage Lake, one of the few inland lakes with direct access to Lake Michigan. This charming cut-stone home offers timeless character & stunning views, nestled on over 1 acre of private, park-like yard with 180 feet of sandy beach frontage. Open Floor plan with 2 upper bedrooms & 1 1/2 Bath.Enjoy warm summer nights on the expansive screened porch. A separate bunkhouse adds flexible living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garage—ideal for guests or a peaceful retreat. Whether you're swimming, boating, or watching sunsets over the water, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unparalleled lakeside lifestyle. Bunkhouse has 2 stall garage with laundry & storage.
Bedrooms and living space above garage.
Sold
$1,500,000
2840 Crescent Beach Rd, Manistee, MI 49660
2beds
1,176sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
1.73 Acres Lot
$1,515,700 Zestimate®
$1,276/sqft
$1,815 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,515,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,815/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 02, 2025 at 08:09am
Listed by:
Virginia M Pelton 231-690-0852,
CENTURY 21 Northland
Bought with:
Jeff Sternberger, 6501395735
Portage Point Real Estate
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25033123
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144.9
- Dimensions: 13.80 x 10.50
Bedroom 3
- Description: Bunkhouse
- Level: Upper
- Area: 102.08
- Dimensions: 11.60 x 8.80
Bedroom 4
- Description: Bunkhouse
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100.32
- Dimensions: 11.40 x 8.80
Primary bathroom
- Description: Bathtub
- Level: Upper
- Area: 59
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 5.90
Bathroom 1
- Description: 1/2 Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 24.75
- Dimensions: 5.50 x 4.50
Bathroom 3
- Description: Bunkhouse/Full Bathroom with Tub
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72.75
- Dimensions: 9.70 x 7.50
Bathroom 4
- Description: Bunkhouse/Walk-in shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 53.9
- Dimensions: 9.80 x 5.50
Family room
- Description: Bunkhouse
- Level: Upper
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 23.00 x 13.00
Laundry
- Description: Bunkhouse
- Level: Main
- Area: 84.6
- Dimensions: 9.40 x 9.00
Living room
- Description: Dining/Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 460
- Dimensions: 23.00 x 20.00
Other
- Description: Screened Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Utility room
- Description: Bunkhouse
- Level: Main
- Area: 145.53
- Dimensions: 14.70 x 9.90
Heating
- Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Guest Quarters, Center Island
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Slab
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,176
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Scrn Porch
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Portage Lake
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
- Dimensions: 180 x 336
- Features: Level, Wooded, Wetland Area, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Guest House
- Parcel number: 1105006400
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Manistee
- Subdivision: Red Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $1,500,000-6.3%$1,276/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #25033123 | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Pending sale | $1,600,000$1,361/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033123 | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+33.3%$1,361/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033123 | ||
| 3/24/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Realcomp II #67023009406 | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$1,020/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23009406 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,623 +142.6% | $525,300 +7.7% |
| 2024 | $6,440 | $487,900 +4.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $467,500 +9.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49660
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Onekama Middle/High SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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