1281 River Rd Unit PVT Beulah, MI 49617
Estimated payment $2,785/month
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Deck
- Den
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Mud Room
- Fenced Yard
About This Home
Welcome to "Benzie Basecamp" - a peaceful & recently updated riverfront home on the beautiful Platte River. Enjoy it as a year round residence or Up North cottage with option to short term rent (property is a 5 star "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with successful rental history). Plenty of room for family & friends to spread out with 3 bedrooms plus a 4th non-conforming bedroom and two bathrooms. Spacious primary ensuite with tiled walk-in shower and new vanity. Other updates throughout include new flooring and trim in main living space; paint throughout; landscaping & riverside deck. The oversized two car garage plus two sheds provide plenty of space for storing recreational toys/gear. The family room with sliding glass door leading out to the back deck overlooking the river is sure to be a popular gathering spot in any season. The gas stove creates cozy ambiance for snowy winter days (enjoy a wood burning fireplace in the living room as well!). The river on this stretch is shallow and sandy, perfect for kids to splash around. A very short wade upstream is a proven spot for catching brown trout & rainbow trout. In the spring and fall, enjoy the excitement of watching salmon & steelhead push upstream. The idyllic dirt road leads right to a nice hiking trail on public land - enjoy a short hike down to the Platte River State Forest Campground which offers additional river access points and is a nice place to go for a walk. Named "Benzie Basecamp" because the location is the perfect jumping off point for enjoying the best of Northern Michigan... 15 min to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park & Lake MI beaches; 10 minutes to the charming village of Beulah; 15 min to the village of Lake Ann; 30 min to Traverse City. Many furnishings available for purchase (fully equipped kitchen; newer Nectar mattresses + bedroom furniture; dining set) to make this a mostly move-in ready property. Seller is a licensed real estate salesperson in MI.
Listing Agent
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver License #6501448508 Listed on: 05/29/2025

Property Details
Home Type
- Modular Prefabricated Home
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,852
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 0.4 Acre Lot
- Private Waterfront
- 180 Feet of Waterfront
- Dirt Road
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- The community has rules related to zoning restrictions
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,073 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Blinds
- Mud Room
- Den
- Water Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Stove
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- River Access
- Deck
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Baseboard Heating
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Rosa's Platte River Resort Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $5,852 | $201,400 | $0 | $0 |
2024 | $1,309 | $177,900 | $0 | $0 |
2023 | $1,229 | $130,300 | $0 | $0 |
2022 | -- | $117,900 | $0 | $0 |
2021 | -- | $112,700 | $0 | $0 |
2020 | -- | -- | $0 | $0 |
2019 | -- | -- | $0 | $0 |
2018 | -- | -- | $0 | $0 |
2017 | -- | -- | $0 | $0 |
2016 | -- | -- | $0 | $0 |
2011 | -- | -- | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/03/2025 06/03/25 | Price Changed | $435,000 | -3.3% | $210 / Sq Ft |
05/29/2025 05/29/25 | For Sale | $450,000 | +30.4% | $217 / Sq Ft |
12/27/2022 12/27/22 | Sold | $345,000 | -1.1% | $166 / Sq Ft |
11/24/2022 11/24/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
11/22/2022 11/22/22 | For Sale | $349,000 | +83.7% | $168 / Sq Ft |
02/28/2019 02/28/19 | Sold | $190,000 | -2.6% | $73 / Sq Ft |
02/12/2019 02/12/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/30/2018 08/30/18 | Price Changed | $195,000 | -7.1% | $75 / Sq Ft |
07/20/2018 07/20/18 | Price Changed | $210,000 | -4.5% | $81 / Sq Ft |
05/21/2018 05/21/18 | For Sale | $220,000 | -- | $85 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $345,000 | Chicago Title Mi | |
Grant Deed | $190,000 | Capital Title |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $258,750 | Construction | |
Previous Owner | $180,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS
MLS Number: 1934399

APN: 07-050-003-00
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