Last Sold Price
3 beds2,073 sqft$214/sqft
1281 River Road, Beulah, MI 49617

Description

Welcome to "Benzie Basecamp" - a peaceful & recently updated riverfront home on the beautiful Platte River. Enjoy it as a year round residence or Up North cottage with option to short term rent (property is a 5 star "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with successful rental history). Plenty of room for family & friends to spread out with 3 bedrooms plus a 4th non-conforming bedroom and two bathrooms. Spacious primary ensuite with tiled walk-in shower and new vanity. Other updates throughout include new flooring...Welcome to "Benzie Basecamp" - a peaceful & recently updated riverfront home on the beautiful Platte River. Enjoy it as a year round residence or Up North cottage with option to short term rent (property is a 5 star "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with successful rental history). Plenty of room for family & friends to spread out with 3 bedrooms plus a 4th non-conforming bedroom and two bathrooms. Spacious primary ensuite with tiled walk-in shower and new vanity. Other updates throughout include new flooring and trim in main living space; paint throughout; landscaping & riverside deck. The oversized two car garage plus two sheds provide plenty of space for storing recreational toys/gear. The family room with sliding glass door leading out to the back deck overlooking the river is sure to be a popular gathering spot in any season. The gas stove creates cozy ambiance for snowy winter days (enjoy a wood burning fireplace in the living room as well!). The river on this stretch is shallow and sandy, perfect for kids to splash around. A very short wade upstream is a proven spot for catching brown trout & rainbow trout. In the spring and fall, enjoy the excitement of watching salmon & steelhead push upstream. The idyllic dirt road leads right to a nice hiking trail on public land - enjoy a short hike down to the Platte River State Forest Campground which offers additional river access points and is a nice place to go for a walk. Named "Benzie Basecamp" because the location is the perfect jumping off point for enjoying the best of Northern Michigan... 15 min to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park & Lake MI beaches; 10 minutes to the charming village of Beulah; 15 min to the village of Lake Ann; 30 min to Traverse City. Many furnishings available for purchase (fully equipped kitchen; newer Nectar mattresses + bedroom furniture; dining set) to make this a mostly move-in ready property. Seller is a licensed real estate salesperson in MI.
LISTING CLOSED: 12/12/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mike Petrucci • Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver
    P: (231)-922-2350 C: (231)-645-5922 Mike.Petrucci@cbgreatlakes.com
  2. Listed by Carly Petrucci • Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver
    P: (231)-922-2350 C: (231)-649-3137 carly.petrucci@cbgreatlakes.com

Property Details for 1281 River Road

Status
MLS #
80057727
Days on Market
150
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1985
Lot Size
0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
ROSA'S PLATTE RIVER RESORT
View
Water
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
River Front, Waterfront
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver

Sold By NON-MLS MEMBER OFFICE

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Building Information for 1281 River Road

Stories1Year Built1985Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

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$2,768 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,252

Property Taxes

$516

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1281 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Goose Road, turn east on to Jean Road, then turn south on to River Road. Property will be on the left.
  • Latitude: 44.64960801
  • Longitude: -85.97040101
  • MLS Area Major: Homestead Twp (10007)
  • Water Body Name: Platte River
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 10-07-050-003-00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 143736
School Information
  • High School District: Benzie County Central
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 180
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Water View
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular - see docs
  • Road Frontage Type: Gravel
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2073.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Total: 2073.0
  • Living Area: 2073.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1985
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Levels: One
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Electric Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Block
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning Stove
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Exhaust Fan, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Skylight(s)
Room Information
Room 1
  • Description: Laminate
  • Dimensions: 17x15
  • Length: 17.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Description: Laminate
  • Dimensions: 11x10
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Description: Laminate
  • Dimensions: 13x12
  • Length: 13.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 12x10
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Description: Laminate
  • Dimensions: 12x11
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Description: Laminate
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Laundry
  • Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 19x19
  • Length: 19.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Family Room
  • Width: 19.0
Room 8
  • Description: Laminate
  • Dimensions: 12x11
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Laundry
Room 10
  • Type: Library
Room 11
  • Length: 17.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 15.0

Property History for 1281 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Sold

Realcomp #78080057727

$443,000
Dec 12, 2025

Sold

MiRealSource #80057727

$443,000
Oct 26, 2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78080057727

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Sold

Realcomp #78080057727

$443,000
12/12/2025

Sold

MiRealSource #80057727

$443,000
10/26/2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78080057727

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1281 River Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,187 ($516 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,752 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,752 SqFtLot Size17,424 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985Year Renovated1985CountyBENZIEAPN07-050-003-00

Schools near 1281 River Road

This home is within Benzie County Central Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Lake Ann Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Benzie Central Middle School
Public6 to 8

Benzie Central Sr. High School
Public9 to 12

Homestead Hills Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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