Rare Opportunity! Cottage & Adjoining Lot Surrounded by 40-Acre Park with Deep Canal Frontage on All Sports Sanford Lake. (Estimated Returning in 2026) Looking for a secluded retreat with endless possibilities? This one-of-a-kind property includes a charming cottage with mini-cabins and an large adjoining vacant lot, both completely surrounded by a 40-acre wooded county park with miles of trails leading to an expansive state land trail network—perfect for hiking, biking, snowmobiling, and ATV adventures. With no neighbors in sight, this is the ultimate private getaway or prime development opportunity! The Cottage: • Cozy and move-in ready—live here while you build your dream estate • Functional layout with bright, inviting spaces • Ideal for a weekend retreat, year-round living, or rental income The Property: • Over 400 feet of estimated shoreline along a wide, deep canal leading to Sanford Lake • Direct access to Michigan’s incredible wildlife—deer, waterfowl, and more • Build a pole barn for all your toys, or create a luxury estate with a walkout basement • Endless development opportunities—expand, build, or enjoy as-is Unmatched Location & Lifestyle:• Complete privacy with no neighboring homes • Direct access to county and state land trails for hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation • Enjoy kayaking, boating, and fishing right from your own shoreline. This is a rare find—acreage, privacy, waterfront access, and development potential all in one package! Sale Price to include two lots, Lot 1 and Lot 2. Owner is a REALITOR
For sale
$439,000
4400 N Lake Sanford Rd, Sanford, MI 48657
6beds
2,300sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$191/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cottageCozy and move-in ready
- 97 days |
- 1,206 |
- 44 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 30, 2025 at 07:18am
Listed by:
James Wiseman,
Real Broker LLC 855-450-0442
Source: MIDMLS,MLS#: 50196535
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 500
- Dimensions: 20 x 25
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 7 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 8 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 7 x 10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Family room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Kitchen
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Carpet, Wood, Wood, Carpet, Tile, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 23,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1.5
Features
- Levels: More than 2 Stories
- On waterfront: Yes
- Body of water: Lake Sanford Wide Canal
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 400
Lot
- Size: 2.6 Acres
- Dimensions: 2.6
Details
- Parcel number: 01049050001000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Partial Basement, Slab
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Public Water at Street
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Janine's Subdivision N/A
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sanford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $191/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $204,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,596
- Price range: $439K - $439K
- Date on market: 12/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Other/See Remarks
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,400/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $439,000-2.4%$191/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Listing removed | $450,000$196/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $450,000-3.2%$196/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $465,000-2.1%$202/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Price change | $475,000-4%$207/sqft |
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| 6/15/2025 | Price change | $495,000-2%$215/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Price change | $505,000-3.8%$220/sqft |
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| 5/25/2025 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$228/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000$239/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,692 | $102,400 +7.7% |
| 2024 | -- | $95,100 +26.6% |
| 2023 | $3,195 | $75,100 +13.8% |
| 2022 | -- | $66,000 -11.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $74,800 +3.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $72,100 -21.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $91,900 |
| 2018 | -- | $91,900 -1.9% |
| 2017 | -- | $93,700 +5.8% |
| 2016 | -- | $88,600 +39.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $63,700 -1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $64,900 +4.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $62,200 -2.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $63,700 -0.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $64,000 -3.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $66,500 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $62,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $62,500 +100.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $31,200 +48.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $21,000 |
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Est. payment
$2,744/mo
Principal & interest
$2195
Property taxes
$549
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Neighborhood: 48657
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Meridian Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Meridian Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
- 6/10Meridian Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Meridian Public Schools
Source: MIDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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