$239,900
$9K PRICE DROP

3873 N Chief Pontiac Trail Branch, MI 49402

Estimated payment $1,444/month

Total Views 6,377
2 Beds
1 Bath
768 Sq Ft
$312 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Docks
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Private Waterfront
  • Patio
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

Cozy Sauble River Cabin Getaway - Trout Stream Paradise!
Looking for the perfect up-north retreat? This charming 2-bedroom getaway cabin sits on a beautiful wooded lot with 100 feet of river frontage. Whether you're casting a line, paddling a kayak, or just relaxing by the water, this is your spot to unwind and enjoy quiet nature.
Step inside to find a meticulously maintained cabin, recently updated with hickory kitchen cabinets, a modern bath, and warm tongue-and-groove pine throughout. A cozy wood-burning fireplace adds that perfect rustic touch for chilly evenings.
The property includes two large storage sheds, perfect for kayaks, canoes, and gear. The cabin is being sold furnished, so all you need to do is pack your bags. Close by,1500 acres of National forest, for hiking, hunting, and exploring. Don't miss this rare find- your peaceful escape on the river is waiting! Buyers to verify all data.

Listing Agent

Debbie Bush

CENTURY 21 Bayshore License #6502323651 Listed on: 07/11/2025

CENTURY 21 Bayshore

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,666

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125x377x100x346
  • Private Waterfront
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • The property's road front is unimproved
  • Property fronts a private road

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 768 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Range
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Docks
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Wall Furnace
  • Well
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Mound Septic

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,666

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cabin
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 125x377x100x346
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 768.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1666.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Heat Source:Propane: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Heat Type:Wall Furnace: Yes
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 100.0
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Roofing:Shingle: Yes
  • Water Heater:Tankless: Yes
  • Heat Source:Wood2: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 768.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Flooring:Vinyl Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cabin: Yes
  • Sewer Mound Septic: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Slab
  • LivingArea: 768.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 239900.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Body Name: Big Sable River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Dock: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.0
  • Lot Dimensions: 125x377x100x346
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1666.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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 $1,578 $64,900 $0 $0
2024 $1,578 $56,700 $0 $0
2022 $1,558 $43,800 $0 $0
2021 $1,517 $38,300 $0 $0
2020 $1,458 $39,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,419 $32,200 $0 $0
2018 $1,395 $29,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,305 $30,200 $0 $0
2016 $1,350 $30,300 $0 $0
2015 -- $29,900 $0 $0
2014 -- $28,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Price Changed $239,900 -3.5% $312 / Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $248,500 +294.4% $324 / Sq Ft
08/16/2013 08/16/13 Sold $63,000 -9.9% $82 / Sq Ft
06/30/2013 06/30/13 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2013 06/27/13 For Sale $69,900 -- $91 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $89,000 --
Deed $78,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25034185

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 05-490-031-01