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🏞️ Waterfront Living Doesn't Have to Cost a Fortune

Today's collection includes a $185K river cottage, lakefront homes under $400K, and a Great Lakes retreat.

πŸŒ… Today’s Waterfront Picks: 5 Dreamy Properties by the Water

Every day, new waterfront properties are listed β€” but these five? They offer the perfect blend of stunning views, luxurious living, and serene locations.

From a cedar log home on Lake Superior to a furnished river retreat, today's picks showcase incredible waterfront value.

🌊 Lake Superior Cedar Log Home – $600,000

3 Beds β€’ 2 Baths β€’ 2,200 sq ft β€’ 1.65 acres

🏑 A beautifully crafted cedar log home with 175 feet of Lake Superior shoreline and classic Upper Peninsula charm.

  • 🏞️ 175 feet of Lake Superior frontage with easterly views toward Sand River bay

  • 🌲 Soaring wood ceilings, rustic charm, and a spacious living room with fireplace

  • πŸ›οΈ Main-level bedroom/office, generously sized dining area with lake views

  • πŸ”§ Newer standing seam metal roof, whole-home backup generator

  • πŸ“ Private 1.65-acre setting just 20 minutes from Marquette

🏊 Pleasant Lake Waterfront Colonial – $524,900

3 Beds β€’ 3 Baths β€’ 2,021 sq ft β€’ 5,662 sqft lot

🏑 A private waterfront oasis on no-wake Pleasant Lake with 55 feet of pristine beachfront and no HOA restrictions.

  • 🏞️ 55 feet of sandy beachfront on no-wake Pleasant Lake with private dock

  • 🍳 Spectacular chef's kitchen with quartz counters, premium cabinetry

  • πŸ›οΈ Luxurious primary suite with custom triple-closet organization

  • 🏠 Three sun-filled living spaces, two fireplaces, main-floor flex room

  • πŸ”§ 2.5-car heated garage with bonus space above, Andersen windows

🏊 Brendel Lake Waterfront Diamond – $399,900

4 Beds β€’ 3 Baths β€’ 2,168 sq ft β€’ 0.8 acres

🏑 A waterfront diamond on all-sports Brendel Lake with 77 feet of shoreline, priced below Zestimate for a rare opportunity.

  • 🏞️ 77 feet of frontage on all-sports Brendel Lake with private dock and community boat launch

  • 🏠 Spacious layout with 4 bedrooms, sunroom, family room with wet bar, and brick fireplace

  • πŸŒ… Vaulted sunroom with skylights and multiple door-walls overlooking the lake

  • 🌳 Large 0.8-acre lot with patio, lakeside deck, and ready-to-finish walkout basement

  • πŸ“ Lakewood Village community with park, pavilion, playground, and beaches on two lakes

🏞️ Cedar Pines Lake Waterfront Opportunity – $249,900

2 Beds β€’ 2 Baths β€’ 1,308 sq ft β€’ 0.71 acres

🏑 An exceptional waterfront opportunity on Cedar Pines Lake with a generous homesite and four garage spaces, ready for your personal touch.

  • 🏞️ Lakefront setting on Cedar Pines Lake with a dock and water views from the property

  • 🏠 Two-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence with open lot for outdoor entertaining and customization

  • πŸš— Impressive garage capacity with attached two-car garage and separate two-car detached garage

  • 🌿 0.71-acre lot offering space for updates, expansion, or creating a personalized lakeside retreat

  • πŸ“ Versatile property ideal as a primary residence, seasonal getaway, or investment opportunity

πŸšοΈπŸ’§ $185,000 β€” a fully furnished riverside cottage on the Manistee River with 100 feet of frontage, 1.7 private acres, and canoes included.
✨ 1 bed, 1 bath, 650 sqft.

⭐ Standouts
β€’ 🌊 100 ft on the Manistee River β€” kayakers, canoeists, and trout fishermen pass by
β€’ πŸ›Ά Fully furnished + canoes included β€” turnkey river retreat
β€’ 🌿 1.7 wooded acres with a bright sunroom + peaceful wildlife surroundings

Riverfront. Furnished. Canoes included. πŸ‘‡

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