V/L Benson Rd / Frd 5259, Free Soil, MI 49411

New Listing
$59,900
Property Type: Land Lot Size (sq. ft.): 435,600 Status: Active
Current Price: $59,900 List Date: 4/28/2026 Last Modified: 4/28/2026

Overview

Description

This 10-acre recreational parcel stands apart with a rare combination: it borders Federal Land on two sides & features a dedicated Forest Service road running through the property--offering easy access in & unlimited exploration out.Located within the Manistee National Forest, this property gives you direct access to thousands of acres of public land--ideal for hunting, ORV riding, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. No trailering required--ride and explore right from your property.Perfect for a hunting camp, off-grid cabin, or private recreational retreat, the land is a classic Northern Michigan setting with hardwoods, pines, & abundant wildlife including Whitetail deer, wild turkey, & black bear. Minutes from the Little Manistee River & 9 Mile Bridge access, known for steelhead fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.Located near Manistee & Ludington, & just over an hour from Traverse City. A rare opportunity to own a truly connected piece of Northern Michigan wilderness.

Listing Details MLS# 26018479

Location Property Info

County
Mason
Street #
V/L
Street Name
Benson Rd / Frd 5259
State
MI
Zip Code
49411

General Property Info

Property Sub-Type
Acreage
Lot Measurement
Acres
Lot Square Footage
435600
Lot Acres
10
Lot Dimensions
660' x 660'
Road Frontage
660
Waterfront
No
School District
Mason Cnty Eastern
Association YN
No

Tax Info

Tax ID #
009-009-016-00
Taxable Value
12499
SEV
22500
For Tax Year
2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax
555.22
Tax Year
2025
Spec Assessment & Type
n/a
Zoning
402
Homestead %
0

Remarks Misc

Directions
From Free Soil Rd, head N on Campbell to E. Koenig Rd - Follow Big River Properties lead in signs to property off Benson Rd. NOTE: Cell phone service is poor in the area so plan accordingly.

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N
No

More Information

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets
E Koenig Rd
Municipality
Meade Twp
Ownership Type
Private Owned

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale
For Sale
List Price/Acre
5990
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks
This 10-acre recreational parcel stands apart with a rare combination: it borders Federal Land on two sides & features a dedicated Forest Service road running through the property--offering easy access in & unlimited exploration out.Located within the Manistee National Forest, this property gives you direct access to thousands of acres of public land--ideal for hunting, ORV riding, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. No trailering required--ride and explore right from your property.Perfect for a hunting camp, off-grid cabin, or private recreational retreat, the land is a classic Northern Michigan setting with hardwoods, pines, & abundant wildlife including Whitetail deer, wild turkey, & black bear. Minutes from the Little Manistee River & 9 Mile Bridge access, known for steelhead fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.Located near Manistee & Ludington, & just over an hour from Traverse City. A rare opportunity to own a truly connected piece of Northern Michigan wilderness.
Legal
M-246 NW 1/4 OF SW 1/4 OF SW 1/4 EXCEPT W 2 RODS FOR ROAD. SEC 9 T20N R15W 10 A M/L.

Current Use

Hunting
Yes
Recreational
Yes

Lot Description

Adj. to Public Land
Yes
Recreational
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Street Type

Dirt
Yes
Seasonal
Yes
Unpaved
Yes

Util Avail at Street

None
Yes

Utilities Attached

None
Yes

Sewer

None
Yes

Water

None
Yes

Terms Available

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown
Yes

Sale Conditions

None
Yes

Docs at List Office

Aerial Photo
Yes
Plat Map
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Property Features

Current Use: Hunting; Recreational Lot Description: Adj. to Public Land; Recreational; Wooded Street Type: Dirt; Seasonal; Unpaved Util Avail at Street: None Utilities Attached: None Sewer: None Water: None Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Mineral Rights: Unknown Sale Conditions: None Docs at List Office: Aerial Photo; Plat Map Possession: Close Of Escrow

Documents

IDX
Listing Office: Big River Properties
Listing Agent: Amy S Humfleet
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: April - 28 - 2026
Broker Attribution: NancyRandall@BigRiverVentures.com

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