12599 Potter Road, Bear Lake, MI 49614

New Listing
$285,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,144 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 15,246 Status: Active
Current Price: $285,000 List Date: 8/14/2026 Last Modified: 8/14/2026

Overview

Description

Completely updated and move-in ready, this Bear Lake home offers a fresh new look from top to bottom! The beautifully updated kitchen features granite countertops, new cabinetry and all-new high-end appliances, while two completely updated full bathrooms add style and convenience. New carpeting and thoughtful finishes continue throughout the home. The former garage has been converted into additional living space, providing even more room to spread out and enjoy. Major improvements include a new roof, siding, windows, electrical, HVAC and central air. Situated on approximately .35 acres with Bear Creek frontage, the property offers a peaceful, recreational setting with the creek right in your own backyard. Whether you're looking for a year-round home or a Northern Michigan getaway, this extensively updated property is ready for its next owner.

Listing Details MLS# 26042750

Location Property Info

County
Manistee
Street #
12599
Street Name
Potter
Suffix
Road
State
MI
Zip Code
49614

General Property Info

New Construction
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Acres
0.35
Lot Square Footage
15246
Lot Dimensions
50 × 296
Year Built
1952
Garage Y/N
No
Income Property
No
Total Rooms AG
7
Total Fin SqFt All Levels
2144
SqFt Above Grade
2144
Building Total SqFt
2144
Total Beds Above Grade
2
Total Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Baths
2
Main Level Primary
No
Stories
2
School District
Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
Association YN
No
Waterfront
Yes
Body of Water
Bear Creek
Statewide Lakes & Rivers
Bear Creek
Road Frontage
0
Basement
No
Below Grade Finished SqFt
0
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
0

Tax Info

Tax ID #
08-007-425-01
Taxable Value
92900
SEV
92900
For Tax Year
2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax
1779
Tax Year
2025
Homestead %
100
Spec Assessment & Type
None Known

Remarks Misc

Directions
US-31 N to 11 Mile Rd, east on 11 Mile Rd to Saari Rd, north on Saari Rd to the end. Property is at the end of Saari Rd. Address is Potter Rd.

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
Yes
Water Frontage
46

More Information

Access Feat

Accessibility Features
No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms
Yes
Upper Level Square Feet
704
Total Baths Above Grade
2

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms
Yes
Main Full Baths
2
Main Level SQFT
1440

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
11 Mile
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Municipality
Maple Grove Twp

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/SqFt
132.93
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
Completely updated and move-in ready, this Bear Lake home offers a fresh new look from top to bottom! The beautifully updated kitchen features granite countertops, new cabinetry and all-new high-end appliances, while two completely updated full bathrooms add style and convenience. New carpeting and thoughtful finishes continue throughout the home. The former garage has been converted into additional living space, providing even more room to spread out and enjoy. Major improvements include a new roof, siding, windows, electrical, HVAC and central air. Situated on approximately .35 acres with Bear Creek frontage, the property offers a peaceful, recreational setting with the creek right in your own backyard. Whether you're looking for a year-round home or a Northern Michigan getaway, this extensively updated property is ready for its next owner.
Legal
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Water Type

River
Yes

Water Fea. Amenities

Private Frontage
Yes
Public Access 1 Mile or Less
Yes

Lot Description

Level
Yes
Wetland Area
Yes

Street Type

Dirt
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Water

Well
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Laundry Features

Main Level
Yes

Exterior Material

Vinyl Siding
Yes

Heat Source

Propane
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air
Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air
Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT
0
Total Lower SQFT
0

Substructure

Slab
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Oven
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Water Heater

Electric
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Laminate
Yes

Architectural Style

Traditional
Yes

Possession

Negotiable
Yes

Property Features

Water Type: River Laundry Features: Main Level Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding Substructure: Slab Lot Description: Level; Wetland Area Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Well Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Oven; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Propane Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Central Air Water Heater: Electric Flooring: Carpet; Laminate Architectural Style: Traditional Street Type: Dirt Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Negotiable Sale Conditions: None
IDX
Listing Office: Five Star Real Estate - Onekama
Listing Agent: Kerri J Mackey
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: August - 14 - 2026
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