$345,000

4553 S Paradise Rd Merritt, MI 49667

Estimated payment $2,053/month

Total Views 4,532
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,388 Sq Ft
$249 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Wooded Lot
  • Screened Porch
  • A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio

About This Home

Just off the beaten path, this stunning cedar log home offers a peaceful escape on the Muskegon River. With over 1,300 sq ft, it features 3 beds, 1.5 baths, two living areas, and a walkout basement. Enjoy panoramic river views from the living room or step onto the wraparound Trex deck to relax by the water. Upstairs, a second bedroom includes three built-in twin beds—perfect for guests. Just down the street, enjoy private access to 300+ acres of state land, ideal for hunting or exploring. An additional lot across the street is included—great for a future pole barn. Currently a very successful Airbnb, this home is ready to enjoy or rent! Year built is unknown. All furniture is negotiable! Can be sold with MLS #25026273. Call today!

Listing Agent

Emily Maglothin-Clear

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6501423388 Listed on: 06/04/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

Co-Listing Agent

Mark Brace

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6502368851

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,249

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 71.25x155.32
  • Private Waterfront
  • 71 Feet of Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • Unpaved Driveway

Home Design

  • A-Frame, Dome or Log Home
  • Log Cabin
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,388 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Home Security System
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Recreational Area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,249

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Log Home
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 71.25x155.32
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1388.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2249.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: RES
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Heat Source:Propane: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 71.0
  • Driveway:Unpaved: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Heat Type:Hot Water: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Additional Items:Generator: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 762.0
  • Additional Items:Basement Finished: Yes
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Security Features:Security System: Yes
  • Architectural Style Log Home: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 1388.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Family: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 345000.0
  • Lot Features: Recreational, Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Water Body Name: Muskegon River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Electric: Generator
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 71.25x155.32
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10890.0
  • Zoning Description: RES

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2249.0
  • 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 $2,249 $61,100 $3,500 $57,600
2024 $1,556 $78,900 $3,500 $75,400
2023 $2,025 $67,700 $4,100 $63,600
2022 $1,393 $47,600 $4,100 $43,500
2021 $382 $44,100 $44,100 $0
2020 $847 $43,800 $43,800 $0
2019 $305 $51,300 $51,300 $0
2018 $1,152 $52,300 $0 $0
2017 $1,128 $31,300 $0 $0
2016 $1,118 $29,400 $0 $0
2015 -- $26,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $26,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $345,000 -- $249 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $195,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25026276

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APN: 003-550-070-00