This beautiful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 1+ story cedar log cabin with a full finished walk-out basement sits right on the Muskegon River, just a 25-minute drive from Houghton Lake, 30 minutes to Lake City, or 1 hour from Traverse City. Nestled near the end of a quiet private road and only steps from the water and forest trails, peace and tranquility await you. Currently operating as a successful Airbnb, this property is an excellent investment opportunity or the perfect getaway for personal use. Enjoy the fresh air and stunning views as the river gently flows by. Whether you love hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, or hunting, this is truly a nature lover’s paradise. A 24kW backup generator provides peace of mind during any power outage, so you can relax and unwind without worry. Sellers are willing to share financials with qualified buyers and assist with a smooth transition into your own Airbnb/VRBO portfolio.
Pending
$340,000
4553 S Paradise Rd, Merritt, MI 49667
2beds
1,342sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.64 Acres Lot
$322,900 Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cedar log cabinMuskegon riverQuiet private roadFull finished walk-out basement
- 122 days |
- 373 |
- 15 |
Zillow last checked: 10 hours ago
Listing updated: February 19, 2026 at 08:50am
Listed by:
Brian Wood 989-772-9313,
Keller Williams of NM Signature Group 989-317-4444
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1940348
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 8 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 391
- Dimensions: 23 x 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 23 x 14
Heating
- Hot Water, Propane, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Loft, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s), Blinds
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Finished Rooms,Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,342
- Total interior livable area: 1,342 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 770
- Finished area below ground: 572
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Gravel, Private
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River
- Body of water: Muskegon River
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 106
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 136 x 155 x 106 x 135
- Features: Cleared, Level, Sloped, Bluff, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00355007000 & 07900
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Full Log
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Not Applicable
- Water conservation: Not Applicable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Paradise Bend No.2
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Merritt
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $253/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $54,105
- Annual tax amount: $2,285
- Price range: $340K - $340K
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 124 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Estimated market value
$322,900
$307,000 - $339,000
$1,907/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/19/2026 | Pending sale | $340,000$253/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1940348 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000-1.4%$253/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1940348 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listing removed | $345,000$257/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan and Northern Indiana Real Estate #25026276 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $345,000+4.9%$257/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #25026276 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  WWMLS #201830155 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $329,000$245/sqft |
Source: WWMLS #201830155 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,896/mo
Principal & interest
$1618
Property taxes
$278
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49667
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NACollins Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 8.4 mi
- 5/10Houghton Lake High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 8.6 mi
- 5/10Collins Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 8.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Houghton Lake Community Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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