There is so much to do in Northern Michigan and this home is perfectly located for every Northern Michigan adventure. With a beautiful 3-season view of Upper Herring Lake, this 3 bed/2 bath quaint ranch is ready for new owners to make their own and is just minutes from downtown Frankfort, Elberta, and Lake Michigan. The property is home to a variety of trees that help ensure privacy even during the winter months. Remove some of those trees from the nearly SIX acres to gain a fuller view of the lake during summer months. Enjoy looking out at Upper Herring Lake while sipping a cup of coffee, eating lunch, or reading a book. Walk just down the road to the public boat launch to go fishing or hike the trail at the nearby nature preserve. Enjoy a tubing voyage down the nearby Platte River soaking up the sun while leisurely floating to Lake Michigan. Plan a day visiting Frankfort, Beulah, Crystal Mountain, or one of many public beaches on Lake Michigan, Crystal Lake, or one of the many other smaller lakes. Three bedrooms and one bath transition into the main level living room and dining room that offer that beautiful view of Upper Herring Lake. The cozy downstairs family room provides a space to relax, while the kitchenette and workshop room are ready to be used for a variety of projects. The lower level bathroom has potential to be expanded/renovated. The lower level also has plenty of storage room and a wood boiler that can be utilized if needed for back-up heating. The large detached 2-car garage provides storage for all of the "Up North" necessities. This is a property you need to visit to truly appreciate it. Don't miss your chance to own it.
For sale
Price cut: $15K (11/20)
$449,900
4290 Johnson Rd, Frankfort, MI 49635
3beds
2,423sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
5.73 Acres Lot
$434,200 Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy downstairs family roomThree bedrooms
- 64 days |
- 971 |
- 24 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 22, 2025 at 10:10pm
Listed by:
Nancy Packer Cell:231-620-5790,
Keller Williams Northern Michigan 231-947-8200
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1939867
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 136.5
- Dimensions: 13 x 10.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 28 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Propane Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Mud Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Concrete
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Finished Rooms
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,423
- Total interior livable area: 2,423 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,370
- Finished area below ground: 1,053
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Concrete Floors, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View, Water
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 5.73 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Rolling Slope, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 100300105200
- Zoning description: Residential,Rural
- Wooded area: 55
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding, Block
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Frankfort
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $186/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,604
- Price range: $449.9K - $449.9K
- Date on market: 10/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 243 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$434,200
$412,000 - $456,000
$2,035/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Price change | $449,900-3.2%$186/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1939867 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $464,900-2.1%$192/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1939867 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listing removed | $474,900$196/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1932670 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2025 | Price change | $474,900-6%$196/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1932670 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Price change | $505,000-3.8%$208/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1932670 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,489 +1.8% | $112,200 -2.1% |
| 2023 | $1,463 | $114,600 +3.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $110,700 +12.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,644/mo
Principal & interest
$2176
Property taxes
$311
Home insurance
$157
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49635
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Frankfort Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 5.2 mi
- 6/10Frankfort High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 5.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Frankfort Elementary School
- Middle: Frankfort High School
- High: Frankfort High School
- District: Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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