Stunning Bear Lake Waterfront Retreat - Fully Updated
Experience pure Michigan living at its finest in this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom waterfront home, nestled on 2 private acres along the serene shores of Bear Lake. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, this move-in ready property features freshly remodeled bathrooms, fresh interior and exterior paint, all-new doors and sliding glass doors, brand new lighting throughout, and a complete suite of new appliances.
Enjoy panoramic views of Bear Lake from your spacious outdoor areas perfect for summer bonfires, entertaining, and relaxing by the water. The generous yard offers ample space for gatherings, while your private waterfront includes space for a dock, offering direct access to both Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan for endless boating and water activities.
This home combines modern luxury with natural beauty in a peaceful, up-north setting just minutes from the best of West Michigan.
Sold
$699,000
490 S Bear Lake Rd, Muskegon, MI 49445
4beds
2,421sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
1.95 Acres Lot
$705,800 Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$2,383 Estimated rent
Home value
$705,800
$607,000 - $826,000
$2,383/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 30, 2025 at 11:57am
Listed by:
Katherine Ellis 630-479-0833,
Five Star Real Estate-W Norton,
Terry Puffer 231-855-5001,
Five Star Real Estate-W Norton
Bought with:
Stephanie Dahlquist
RE/MAX West
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25033733
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Storms, Bay/Bow
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,381
- Total interior livable area: 2,421 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Other
- Fencing: Front Yard,Other
- Waterfront features: Channel, Lake
Lot
- Size: 1.95 Acres
- Dimensions: 433 x 55 x 333 x 21 x 319 x 159 x 312 x 131
- Features: Wetland Area, Ground Cover, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Parcel number: 23168071000270
- Zoning description: R-1-LOW
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Composition,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public, Extra Well
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Muskegon
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $699,000-3.6%$289/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #25033733 | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Pending sale | $724,900$299/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033733 | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $724,900-18.5%$299/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033733 | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Price change | $889,000-11.1%$367/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033733 | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000+11.1%$413/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #25033733 | ||
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: 49445
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10North Muskegon Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10North Muskegon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10North Muskegon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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