East River Road

Buchanan, MI 49107

$258,999
Price
105,415 / 2.42
Lot Size / Acres
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Island Shore Facing River
Parcels
Canal Aerial
River View of Island Shore
Protected Canal Area
Island Shore Facing River
Deck with View and River Accesses
Protected Canal
View of Island from Canal
Mainland Lot
Mainland Lot
Back of Lot View
Buildable Lot & Island
Build Site Ready
Pontoon Included
Island Shore View
Island Shore Line
x2 17 ft Steel Canoes
Island Facing North
Island Views
View of Canal From Island
Island Trail
Old Foundation Forms
Old Foundation Pillars
Island Facing South
Dock Seating with a View
Canal Sunset View
Aerial View
Sand Bar
Sandy Shore
Floating on the River
Pontoon Included With Purchase
Canal View in the Spring
River Road in the Fall
Lofted Cottage
Mainland Lot with Island

Description

St. Joseph River Waterfront X2 - BUILDABLE MAINLAND LOT + PRIVATE ISLAND OASIS
2 waterfront parcels combined and ready for immediate use! A rare opportunity to secure one of the most unique build-ready parcels in Buchanan MI. 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 amenity access! The mainland parcel offers an oversized 1.64-acre buildable lot with 221+ feet of waterfront and checks every box today's...St. Joseph River Waterfront X2 - BUILDABLE MAINLAND LOT + PRIVATE ISLAND OASIS
2 waterfront parcels combined and ready for immediate use! A rare opportunity to secure one of the most unique build-ready parcels in Buchanan MI. 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 amenity access! The mainland parcel offers an oversized 1.64-acre buildable lot with 221+ feet of waterfront and checks every box today's land buyers need to get started: surveyed, utilities established, and ready for planning. Across the canal sits your 2nd waterfront extension, a 0.77-acre private island featuring over 474 feet of waterfront, sandy edges, willow trees, and a trail clearing from the shore to the canal. The island offers space for recreation, additional docking, gatherings, or the potential to create a pavilion or retreat-style setting. A rare lifestyle amenity not often found in this region. Enjoy the river from day one! This turnkey lifestyle package includes a custom 50-foot floating Poly dock system, a 22-foot Godfrey Sweetwater pontoon boat with Yamaha 50HP high-output outboard motor with electric start, one motorized fishing boat, two canoes, and an insulated Amish-built lofted cottage unit with stairs that can be used for storage, recreation, or potential overnight use. Access to your private patio deck is situated along the canal, where a wooded canopy provides shade and a peaceful setting. The canal offers protection from river currents and creates an ideal environment for boating, floating, kayaking, fishing, sandbar lounging, and entertaining. This is a no-HOA, golf-cart-friendly community where you can build with flexibility or enjoy the property immediately for recreation. Located just minutes from River St. Joe Brewery, local wineries, Fernwood Botanical Garden, Orchard Hills Country Club, and Buchanan's historic downtown, shopping area, and an open air concert events center. Only 11 miles to the pristine beaches of Lake Michigan, and approximately 20 miles to the University of Notre Dame. A truly once-in-a-lifetime find for SW MI waterfronts! Please use Showing Time for tour, do not walk property without permission. No Trespassing.
  1. Listed by Elisha Taylor • Brokerage DRE #6505375260 • @properties Christie's International R.E.
    P: (574)-514-6759 elishataylor@atproperties.com

Property Details for East River Road

Waterfront Features
Channel, River
LISTING UPDATED: 03/30/2026 02:07 PM

Property Details for East River Road

StatusActive
MLS #26000338
Days on Market119
Taxes$1,589 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Acreage
Year Built-
Lot Size2.42 AC
CountyBerrien County
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Location

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Building Information for East River Road

Lot Size2.42 AC

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Property Information for East River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Mead and E River Rd.
  • Municipality: Buchanan Twp
  • 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.
  • Area - Major: Southwestern Michigan - S
  • Street Direction: E
  • Street Name: River
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Buchanan
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49107
  • County: Berrien
  • Latitude: 41.855425
  • Longitude: -86.362902
  • Area - Minor: Southwestern Michigan - S
  • Water Type: Channel, River
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 39269.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 11-06-0023-0035-02-7, 11-06-0023-0035-05-1
  • Homestead: 0
  • SEV: 41700
Parking
  • Other Structures: Other
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  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Buildable, Cleared, Recreational, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 443x347x457x181
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 2.42
  • Lot Square Footage: 105415.0
  • Lot Size Area: 2.42
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Legal: 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 Sub-Type: Acreage
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Land
  • Current Use: Residential
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 01-05-2026 12:00:13 PM
  • Video Groups: 1
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Docs at List Office: Aerial Photo, Survey, Other
  • Waterfront Options WaterFrontage: 1418
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Sewer: None, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Util Avail at Street: High Speed Internet
  • Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected
  • Water: None, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Water Fea Amenities: All Sports, Channel, Dock, Private Frontage, Public Access 1 Mile or Less, View
  • Street Type: Public, Unpaved
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 East River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26000338

$258,999—
Jan 1, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25043040

$274,500—
Aug 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25043040

$299,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/05/2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26000338

$258,999
01/01/2026

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25043040

$274,500
08/22/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25043040

$299,900

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Schools near East River Road

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

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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More information about East River Road, Buchanan, MI 49107

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 @properties Christie's International R.E., it's currently listed at $258,999. It has been on the market for a total of 119 days and was last sold on September 4, 2012. This listing's school district is Buchanan Community Schools. Nearby schools include Ottawa Elementary School, Moccasin Elementary School and Buchanan Middle School. 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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