Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,200 sqft
5985 Ridge Road, Black River, MI 48721
Single FamilyProperty Type
4.47 acresLot Size
1943Year Built
$292/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Unique property bordering NEGWEGON STATE PARK eliminates Waterfront tax classification. Enjoy the view and beach... just don't have to pay for it. The combined area is over 4 acres, with separate parcel for another new home... allowing many options for further development. The 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is very well cared for amenities include updated kitchen, fireplace, wrap-around deck outbuilding and the largest is insulated w/wood heat and electricity. Negwegon borders to north and small stream borders...Unique property bordering NEGWEGON STATE PARK eliminates Waterfront tax classification. Enjoy the view and beach... just don't have to pay for it. The combined area is over 4 acres, with separate parcel for another new home... allowing many options for further development. The 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is very well cared for amenities include updated kitchen, fireplace, wrap-around deck outbuilding and the largest is insulated w/wood heat and electricity. Negwegon borders to north and small stream borders to south.
Listing closed: 08/12/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 201831134

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$259,000

Avg days on market

50

Sale-to-list ratio

94.7%

Black River, MI

9 comparable properties found

$465,000 | 5550 Ridge Road, Black River, MI 48721
1/60
1

$465,000

Sold 05/22/26

2
Bedrooms
1,263
Square Feet
0.63
Acres
$244,000 | 4270 East Black River Road, Black River, MI 48721
1/31
2

$244,000

Sold 12/03/25

2
Bedrooms
1,188
Square Feet
4.01
Acres
$195,000 | 5055 Cheryl Lynn Lane, Black River, MI 48721
1/40
3

$195,000

Sold 06/26/26

2
Bedrooms
1,283
Square Feet
1.2
Acres
$499,000 | 5262 North Lake Shore Drive, Black River, MI 48721
1/34
4

$499,000

Sold 11/20/24

3
Bedrooms
1,232
Square Feet
34
Acres
$162,500 | 3692 North Lake Shore Drive, Black River, MI 48721
1/31
5

$162,500

Sold 12/05/24

2
Bedrooms
1,049
Square Feet
0.42
Acres
$162,500 | 3692 North Lake Shore Drive, Black River, MI 48721
1/7
6

$162,500

Sold 12/09/24

2
Bedrooms
1,040
Square Feet
0.42
Acres
$510,000 | 5746 Ridge Road, Black River, MI 48721
1/67
7

$510,000

Sold 07/31/26

3
Bedrooms
1,688
Square Feet
1.65
Acres
$229,900 | 22957-981 County Rte 144, Unit 981, Black River, NY 13612
1/2
8

$229,900

Sold 10/31/25

2
Bedrooms
1,064
Square Feet
2.5
Acres
$274,000 | 31383 County Route 143, Black River, NY 13612
1/2
9

$274,000

Sold 05/07/25

3
Bedrooms
1,680
Square Feet
1
Acres

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Property Information for 5985 Ridge Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: T28N/R9E
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Lot Size: 4.47 AC / 194,713 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: US 23 TO BLACK RIVER RD, EAST TO LAKESHORE, NORTH TO RIDGE RD, STAY NORTH ON RIDGE RD.
  • Latitude: 44.829546
  • Longitude: -83.301742
  • Township: Alcona
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 012-014-100-010-00 & 013-211-000-013-00
  • Tax Block: sec 14
School Information
  • High School District: Alcona
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Type: Lakefront
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.47
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 4.47 acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 194713.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1200.0
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 1200.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1943
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Second Garage, Shed(s)
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven, Range
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Dimensions: 12X16
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Dimensions: 10X16
Room 3
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Description: Full
  • Dimensions: 8X12
Room 4
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Dimensions: COMBO
Room 5
  • Type: Bathroom 1
  • Description: Full
  • Dimensions: 5X7
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 14X16
Room 7
  • Type: Living Room
  • Dimensions: 20X16
Room 8
  • Type: Laundry

Property History for 5985 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 12, 2024

Sold

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201831134

—
Aug 12, 2024

Listed (Active)

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201831134

$387,700—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/12/2024

Sold

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201831134

—
08/12/2024

Listed (Active)

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201831134

$387,700

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

Public Records for 5985 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,997 ($333 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size130,680 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyALCONAAPN012-014-100-010-00

Schools near 5985 Ridge Road

This home is within Alcona Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Alcona Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Alcona Community High School
Public6 to 12

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