$599,000

4467 N Lighthouse Rd Big Bay, MI 49808

Estimated payment $3,311/month

Total Views 2,696
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,140 Sq Ft
$525 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Sauna
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Beach Front
  • Deck
  • Furnished

About This Home

Highly desirable Lake Superior frontage with a short bluff to the rocky shoreline and a short drive to the Lighthouse or to Big Bay for dinner. Very well built with 2x6 construction and attention to craftsmanship, this Superior cottage/home has been designed for efficiency and comfort. Open living plan with an added bath / sauna and lots of storage. Attached garage that is fully insulated, walls finished and a hanging propane furnace with work benches and an outside feed wood sauna stove. The auxiliary garage/barn is a real show piece: 32 x 36 x14 with an 18 x 12 OH insulated door, 2x6 sidewalls, insulated, fully finished interior, bathroom, commercial hanging furnace, workbench and composite siding. While this home could use some updating, it has everything a DIY owner needs to maintain the home, autos and recreational equipment. The yard has a couple storage sheds, woodshed and a smoker ready for your fish and meats! Waterfront deck and firepit round out the outdoor amenities, just bring your kayaks and enjoy! Furniture and personal property to remain.

Listing Agent

DAVID GUNNELL

NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS License #UPAR Listed on: 07/17/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 0.7 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 228 x 108 x 243
  • Beach Front
  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1,140 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • Entryway
  • Workshop
  • Sauna
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a Great Lake

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Drilled Well
  • Liquid Propane Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 52-11-162-021-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: 1 to 4 Units, Residential
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Cottage
  • Structure Style: Bi-Level
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Mail City: Big Bay
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable/Internet Avail., Sump Pump, Furnished, Spa/Sauna
  • Appliances: Freezer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener - Owned
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom 1: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 11 x 10
  • Bedroom 2: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 11 x 9
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Main
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Lower
  • Room Types: Entry, First Floor Bedroom, First Flr Primary Bedroom, Lower Level Laundry, Workshop, First Flr Full Bathroom
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 852
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1140
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1140

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cedar, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence Owned
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Frontage: 100
  • Lake Name: Lake Superior
  • Road: City/County, Paved Street, Year Round
  • Water Features: Lake Frontage, Water View, Waterfront, Beach Front, Great Lake
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Out Buildings: Barn, Shed, Workshop
  • Frontage Type: Water

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached Garage, Electric in Garage, Gar Door Opener, Heated Garage, Workshop
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: 3 or More Spaces, Paved Driveway
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall Heat, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: LP/Propane Gas, Wood
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Private Well, Drilled Well
  • Water Heater: Propane Hot Water

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 52-11-162-021-00
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Description: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Large Lot - 65+ Ft.
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 228 x 108 x 243
  • Acreage: 0.7
  • Geo Subdivision: MI

MLS Schools

  • School District: NICE Community Schools

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Range of Values:

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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 $22 $176,100 $0 $0
2024 $22 $143,300 $0 $0
2023 $616 $114,100 $0 $0
2022 $1,257 $95,200 $0 $0
2021 $1,225 $85,900 $0 $0
2020 $1,207 $95,200 $0 $0
2019 $1,189 $93,300 $0 $0
2018 $1,163 $90,400 $0 $0
2017 $1,141 $91,400 $0 $0
2016 $1,133 $87,200 $0 $0
2015 -- $87,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $83,750 $0 $0
2012 -- $78,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $599,000 -- $525 / Sq Ft
Source: Upper Peninsula Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Mcdonald & Wolf Pllc
Deed $5,600 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

DAVID GUNNELL

NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS

(906) 553-4886

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Dave brings a diversified and unique background to the real estate process: 30 years of custom home building/design, 12 years as a real estate salesperson /developer and 7 years as a building trades instructor. When not assisting others with their dreams, Dave can be found on a trout stream, scouting for next deer season, golfing or scuba diving. Whether it’s selling your current property or locating that next dream home or recreation getaway, he is passionate about and dedicated to discovering

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Source: Upper Peninsula Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 50182049

Upper Peninsula Association of REALTORS®

APN: 52-11-162-021-00