42439 78th Street

2,613,600 / 60
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Outstanding opportunity to own 60 acres of prime hunting and recreational land in Southwest Michigan with multiple potential building sites. This property is rich with deer and turkey, featuring established game trails throughout. Rolling timber and the scenic Brandywine Creek winding through the acreage provide ideal habitat to attract, hold, and strategically hunt wildlife. The diverse cover also presents future timber harvest potential for added long-term value. Build your dream home or private...Outstanding opportunity to own 60 acres of prime hunting and recreational land in Southwest Michigan with multiple potential building sites. This property is rich with deer and turkey, featuring established game trails throughout. Rolling timber and the scenic Brandywine Creek winding through the acreage provide ideal habitat to attract, hold, and strategically hunt wildlife. The diverse cover also presents future timber harvest potential for added long-term value. Build your dream home or private weekend retreat. Perfect for hunting, hiking, ATV riding, and snowmobiling. Ideally located between South Haven and St. Joseph, with convenient access to Lake Michigan beaches, local farm markets, and I-196, you'll enjoy seclusion without sacrificing accessibility. Existing structure has no value and is in tear-down condition.
  1. Listed by Brian Stegman • Brokerage DRE #6505208154 • RE/MAX Lakeshore
    P: (269)-208-4492 C: (269)-208-4492 brian.stegman@remax-lakeshore.com
  2. Listed by Nicholas Stegman • Brokerage DRE #6505208154 • RE/MAX Lakeshore
    P: (269)-214-6594 C: (269)-214-6594 nick@remax-lakeshore.com

Property Details for 42439 78th Street

Zoning
Res
ZoningDescription
Res
Waterfront Features
Stream/Creek
LISTING UPDATED: 02/12/2026 10:28 AM

Property Details for 42439 78th Street

StatusActive
MLS #26004412
Days on Market52
Taxes$3,147 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Acreage
Year Built-
Lot Size60.00 AC
CountyVan Buren County

Location

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Building Information for 42439 78th Street

Lot Size60.00 AC

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$2,446 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,184

Property Taxes

$262

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 42439 78th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: CR 376
  • Municipality: Covert Twp
  • Body of Water: Brandywine Creek
  • Directions: M140 to W on CR 376 to 78th Street N to address on E side of street.
  • Street #: 42439
  • Street Name: 78th
  • Suffix: Street
  • City: Covert
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49043
  • County: Van Buren
  • Latitude: 42.263987
  • Longitude: -86.30119
  • Water Type: Stream/Creek
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 59894.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 80-07-028-001-00
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 975x2680
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 60.0
  • Lot Square Footage: 2613600.0
  • Lot Size Area: 60.0
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Legal: 422 28-2-17 1042-586,587 1046-956 1051-152 1193-235 1359-565 1714-797 *** N 3/4 N 1/2 SW 1/4. 60 A.
  • Property Sub-Type: Acreage
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Land
  • Current Use: Residential, Hunting
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Waterfront Options WaterFrontage: 975
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
  • Sewer: Unknown
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available
  • Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Water Fea Amenities: Private Frontage
  • Street Type: Paved, Public
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 0.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional

Property History for 42439 78th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26004412

$450,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/06/2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26004412

$450,000

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Public Records for 42439 78th Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$2,809 ($234 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt918 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt918 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,613,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningAGCountyVAN BURENAPN80-07-028-001-00

Schools near 42439 78th Street

This home is within Covert Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Covert Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Covert Middle School
Public6 to 8

Covert High School
Public9 to 12

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42439 78th Street is a 60 ac of land for sale in Covert, MI 49043. This property was listed for sale on February 6, 2026 by RE/MAX Lakeshore, it's currently listed at $450,000. This listing's school district is Covert Public Schools. Nearby schools include Covert Elementary School, Covert Middle School and Covert High School. 42439 78th Street is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 60 ac of land on a 2,613,600 sq. ft. / 60 acres lot.

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