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1697 Wildwood Road

Sterling, MI 48659
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Bed 2

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Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,300

Sqft

Acres10.03

Acres(Lot)

Rare on the Rifle River: Here is an opportunity to own 10.03± acres on the highly desirable Rifle River with approximately 310± feet of private water frontage. Tucked back off the road in a quiet natural setting, this property offers a strong balance of privacy, recreation and comfort, making it well suited for year-round living or a Northern Michigan retreat. The 2,300± square foot custom-built home offers character and quality craftsmanship throughout. The open concept kitchen, dining, and living area creates an inviting layout centered around a walk-around real wood fireplace that adds warmth and a natural focal point. Custom oak trim, solid wood flooring, and quality cabinetry provide a timeless look and feel. The main-floor primary suite offers convenience and privacy, along with mai n-floor laundry and an additional half bath for guests. Upstairs, a spacious loft area offers flexible living space that can function as a second living room, office, or reading area, along with a bedroom and full bathroom. An unfinished bonus room provides the opportunity to create an additional bedroom, hobby room, or storage area depending on future needs. The home is equipped with central air conditioning, furnace heat, pellet stove heat, as well as a whole-house backup generator, providing comfort and reliability throughout all seasons. A heated two-car garage adds convenience and additional storage. Additional improvements include a heated 40x24 outbuilding with concrete floors, 12' and 8' overhead doors, and a covered porch area that creates an excellent setup for entertaining, equipment storage, or workshop use. On the land you will find off the back of the house it gently slopes down toward the Rifle River, creating an attractive elevation change while maintaining easy access to the water. The Rifle River is well known for quality trout fishing, kayaking, and year-round outdoor recreation, making this property appealing to both outdoor enthusiasts and those simply looking to enjoy a quiet waterfront setting. Across the road lies 5± acres of the property that offers additional hunting opportunity and directly adjoins hundreds of acres of state land, significantly expanding recreational access and long-term value. It is rare to find a Rifle River property that combines water frontage, quality improvements, and additional acreage in one complete package. Call Cody Keefer directly to schedule your private showing to see it firsthand. 989-859-6926

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $739,000

AD Id : 77539631

MLS Id : 26016095

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 10.03 Acres

Living Area Size : 2,300

Year Built : 1993

County : Arenac

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Water/Sewer

    Water BodyName: Rifle River Sewer: Septic Tank

    Room Information

    Other Rooms: 10
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Center Island, Pantry Roof: Shingle Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Forced Air, Other Cooling: Central Air Water front: Yes WaterSource: Well
  • Fireplace

    Fireplace: Yes Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1993 Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding Security System: Security System Basement: Crawl Space Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features

    Porch: Deck
  • Laundry Features

    Main Level

    Patio And Porch

    Deck

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Recreational, Wooded, Adj to Public Land Lot Size Area: 10.03 Acres Lot Square Feet: 436,907 Waterfront: River Stories: 2 Main Square Feet: 2300

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Traditional SQ ft (Living Area): 2,300 Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding Property Age: 33

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Id: 26016095 ist Price: $739,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $321 Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
  • Listing Information

    Possession: Close Plus 30 Days

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 004-0-018-300-020-00 Annual Tax: $4,773 Tax Year: 2025 Taxes: Contact Agent

  • Parking Information

    # of Garage Spaces: 2 Has Garage: Yes Attached Garage: Yes Detached, Attached

    Homeowners Association Information

    Association YN: Yes Included Fees: Other HOA: $150.00 Annually Association Fee Frequency: Annually

  • School Information

    Senior High School District: Standish-Sterling
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/26/2026 @ 00:17

MLS: 26016095 LISTED BY: Chuck Keefer, Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC 217-407-0814 SOURCE: Michigan Regional Information Center (MichRIC)

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