This high-quality 3–4 bedroom, 2-bath home is in an incredible location, bordered by state land on one side, a 133-acre township park with 9,632 feet of Lake Huron frontage on another, and 150 feet of frontage on a canal leading to Lake Huron. The home was built to an exceptionally high standard and has been well maintained over the years, likely requiring only cosmetic updates to suit the new owner's taste. The spacious kitchen features a commercial-grade stove and ample storage. The main floor includes a master suite with its own sliding door leading to a private deck. Upstairs, there are two additional bedrooms. There is also a fourth bedroom or office area on the main floor. The main-floor bathroom has been recently updated. A large sunken living room is centered around a fireplace, creating a cozy and inviting space. Outside, the property includes a detached two-car garage equipped with a wood-burning furnace and 220V electric, a smoker for preparing fresh fish, and a garden shed. An adjoining lot, which is included with the property, doubles the land area and features an old cottage in disrepair. While the wood addition will likely need to be torn down and removed, the original cinder block structure appears solid, with no visible cracks or failures in the block and no apparent roof leaks. This space could be converted into a guest house, game room, or storage building, or removed to expand the yard. Kayaking from the property or the nearby township park offers access to incredible sites, including the Lake Huron sinkholes, Thunder Bay Island and lighthouse, parts of the Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge, the Monohansett shipwreck in just 18 feet of water, and the much deeper Pewabic shipwreck. During high-water cycles, boat traffic is possible on the canal. During low-water cycles it is great for wildlife. The township park features developed trails for walking or jogging, while the state land remains completely undeveloped, offering opportunities for hunting and outdoor recreation. Despite its secluded feel, the property is less than 10 minutes from downtown Alpena. A natural spring at the end of the canal prevents freezing in the winter, attracting wildlife year-round.
For sale
Price cut: $1K (10/24)
$269,000
8255 Misery Bay Rd, Alpena, MI 49707
4beds
1,700sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
0.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Commercial-grade stoveDetached two-car garageBordered by state landSpacious kitchen
- 323 days |
- 1,489 |
- 37 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 23, 2025 at 06:58pm
Listed by:
Steven Shaw 989-884-1294,
Great North Real Estate, LLC 989-884-1294
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50166228
Originating MLS: MiRealSource
Originating MLS: MiRealSourceTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Study/Lib, Bedroom, Master Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Office, Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 162
- Dimensions: 9 x 18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Living room
- Features: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Block,Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,700
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3 or More Spaces, Garage, Detached, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Rural View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: All Sports Lake, Canal Front, Lake Front, Waterfront, Great Lake
- Body of water: Lake Huron
- Frontage length: 150
Lot
- Size: 0.8 Acres
- Dimensions: 187 x 185
- Features: Corner Lot, Dead End, Rural, Platted, Adjoins State/Fed Land
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Garage(s), Other
- Parcel number: 01822000000100, 01822000
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Natrl Gas Not to Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Misery Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alpena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $158/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $166,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,332
- Date on market: 2/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 322 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,784/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $269,000-0.4%$158/sqft |
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| 5/26/2025 | Price change | $270,000-1.8%$159/sqft |
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| 2/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+10%$162/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $249,900$147/sqft |
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| 10/19/2024 | Price change | $249,900-10.6%$147/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,612 +87.1% | $83,200 +21.1% |
| 2024 | $1,396 +2.3% | $68,700 -13.9% |
| 2023 | $1,365 +0.5% | $79,800 +24.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,649/mo
Principal & interest
$1302
Property taxes
$253
Home insurance
$94
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Community SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5.2 mi
- 7/10Alpena High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 7.3 mi
- 5/10Thunder Bay Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Alpena Public Schools
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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