0 East River Road

$258,999
Price
105,415 / 2.42
Lot Size / Acres

Description

A rare opportunity to secure one of the most unique build-ready parcels in Buchanan MI. A surveyed, perk tested mainland lot paired with its own private island on the St. Joseph River. Properties like this simply don't come to market! Neighboring the well-known Bachelors Island, you will find this 2.42-acre gem with even better amenities! The mainland parcel 1.64-acres checks every box today's land buyers need to get started: buildable, surveyed, utilities established, and ready for immediate planning....A rare opportunity to secure one of the most unique build-ready parcels in Buchanan MI. A surveyed, perk tested mainland lot paired with its own private island on the St. Joseph River. Properties like this simply don't come to market! Neighboring the well-known Bachelors Island, you will find this 2.42-acre gem with even better amenities! The mainland parcel 1.64-acres checks every box today's land buyers need to get started: buildable, surveyed, utilities established, and ready for immediate planning. Electric is connected, soils are approved, and the building site offers an ideal footprint overlooking the river, with a canal, and island view. Across the canal sits your own waterfront extension, the 0.77-acre private island with a sand bar!. The island offers sandy edges, willow trees, a clearing with a trail area, and privacy. There is space to build on OR buy and enjoy immediately! Whether for recreation, additional docking, or creating a covered pavilion resort styled area. The island is a lifestyle amenity rarely offered in this region. Enjoy boating, floating, kayaking, fishing, beach lounging, or creating a destination gathering space for family and guests to picnic. This is a turnkey lifestyle package, complete with floating dock, pontoon, fishing boat, two canoes, lofted garage outbuilding. Access the private patio deck and you are welcomed by a beautiful canal, wooded canopy, and boat dock area. Riverview seating that feels so exclusive you will be instantly transported into the riverfront experience. This is a no HOA. Golf-cart-friendly community. Build with freedom, or use as recreation. There are lending options for both uses. Located minutes from River St. Joe Brewery, Wineries, Fernwood Botanical Garden, Orchard Hills Country Club, and Buchanan's historic downtown. All just 11 miles to the pristine beaches of Lake Michigan. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own your own private island + Land!
  1. Listed by Elisha Taylor • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (574)-514-6759 C: (574)-514-6759 elishataylor@atproperties.com

Property Details for 0 East River Road

Zoning
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 01/05/2026 06:01 PM

Property Details for 0 East River Road

StatusActive
MLS #832393
Days on Market17
Taxes$1,589 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Unimproved Land
Year Built-
Lot Size2.42 AC
CountyBerrien County
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Building Information for 0 East River Road

Lot Size2.42 AC

Payment Calculator

$1,395 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,262

Property Taxes

$132

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 0 East River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: ALL Showings by appointment ONLY! No Trespassing. US-31: Take Walton Rd east toward Buchanan. Turn left onto Red Bud Trail N, then right onto E River Rd. Property and parking area will be on the right, just before River Dr.
  • Cross Street Address: Mead and E River Rd.
  • City/Town: Buchanan
  • State: MI
  • Township: Buchanan
  • ZIP: 49107
  • Latitude: 41.86
  • Longitude: -86.36
  • County: Berrien
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,589.00
  • APN/Key #: 110600230035027
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: Parcel 1; COM 457.84' N89DEG42'09''W & 18 09.58' N0DEG09'51''W OF E1/4 PST FRL SEC 23 T7S R18W TH N89DE G42'09''W 443.2'TO ELY SHORE O F ST JOSEPH RIVER TH TRAVERS ING SD SHORE N19DEG59'55''E 1. 16' TH N28DEG02'05''E 201.21' TH N37DEG52'14''E 1.77' TO END OF TRAVERSING TH S89DEG42'09''E 347.29'TH S0DEG02'48''W 180.59' TO POB
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 105,415.20
  • Acres: 2.42
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Subtype 1: Unimproved Land
  • Lot Description: Few Trees, Wooded, Near Public Transit, Front Yard
  • Potential Use: Investment, See Remarks, Single Family, Residential, Recreational
  • Current Use: Residential, Vacant, Unimproved
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Electric: Other
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Out Buildings: Shed(s)

Property History for 0 East River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 14, 2026

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25037573

$199,000
Jan 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #832393

$258,999
Jul 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25037573

$199,000
Jun 24, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #23021940

$89,000
Jun 23, 2023

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23021940

$179,000
May 8, 2020

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #19051069

$27,500
Apr 18, 2020

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #19051069

Oct 18, 2019

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #19051069

$32,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/14/2026

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25037573

$199,000
01/05/2026

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #832393

$258,999
07/28/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25037573

$199,000
06/24/2024

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #23021940

$89,000
06/23/2023

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23021940

$179,000
05/08/2020

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #19051069

$27,500
04/18/2020

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #19051069

10/18/2019

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #19051069

$32,000

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Schools near 0 East River Road

This home is within Buchanan Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 4
Public - 5 to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ottawa Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Moccasin Elementary School
Public2 to 4

Buchanan Middle School
Public5 to 7

Buchanan High School
Public8 to 12

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0 East River Road is a 2.42 ac of land for sale in Buchanan, MI 49107. This property was listed for sale on January 5, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $258,999. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on May 8, 2020. This listing's school district is Buchanan Community Schools. Nearby schools include Ottawa Elementary School, Moccasin Elementary School and Buchanan Middle School. 0 East River Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 2.42 ac of land on a 105,415 sq. ft. / 2.42 acres lot.

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