Log Home on 37.5 Acres Near Tawas City, Michigan — $394,900

Property Overview

Set on 37.5 acres in the Tawas City area of Michigan, this log home combines a practical single-level layout with a finished lower-level family room and room to enjoy the outdoors. Built in 2012, the residence has one bedroom, two full bathrooms, and approximately 1,700 square feet of finished living space.

The covered front porch and rear deck provide two places to spend time outside, while the wooded-country setting and extensive acreage offer room for outdoor recreation, hunting, and time away from a busier residential neighborhood. A detached, insulated two-car garage and a separate storage shed add useful space for vehicles, tools, and recreational equipment.

With its log construction, manageable main-floor layout, and substantial acreage, the property may appeal to buyers looking for a northern Michigan retreat, a hunting base, or a home with land to enjoy throughout the seasons.

Interior Features

Main-Level Living

The main level contains the bedroom, both full bathrooms, kitchen, and living room. The kitchen measures approximately 19 by 23 feet, providing room for meal preparation and everyday dining arrangements. The living room measures approximately 13 by 15 feet.

The bedroom measures approximately 18 by 17 feet. With the primary living spaces on one level, the layout keeps the bedroom and main gathering areas together, while the finished lower level provides additional room for relaxing or entertaining.

Finished Lower-Level Family Room

The basement includes a finished family room measuring approximately 22 by 28 feet. This substantial additional living area can accommodate a variety of furniture arrangements for watching television, gathering with friends, enjoying hobbies, or creating a separate recreation space.

The reported finished area consists of approximately 1,120 square feet above grade and 580 square feet below grade, for a total of 1,700 square feet of finished living space.

Kitchen Appliances and Comfort

The home’s listed appliances include a dishwasher, freestanding gas range, freestanding refrigerator, microwave, washer, dryer, and an owned water softener. Heating is provided by a propane-fueled forced-air system, and central air conditioning is installed.

The home does not have a fireplace.

Exterior and Outdoor Living

The log exterior gives the home a traditional cabin character. A large covered front porch provides sheltered outdoor space, while the rear deck offers another place to sit outside and enjoy the surrounding land.

The 37.5-acre parcel is a central feature of the property. Its size provides substantial room for outdoor pursuits, including hunting and nature observation, subject to applicable regulations, property boundaries, and any necessary permissions. Buyers interested in particular hunting uses or land improvements should verify the property’s current conditions and applicable restrictions during due diligence.

Garage and Storage

A detached, insulated two-car garage provides enclosed parking and additional space for equipment. The garage has a door opener. A separate storage shed adds another location for keeping outdoor gear, tools, and other belongings organized.

Structure and Construction

• Property type: Single-family residence
• Architectural style: Ranch
• Exterior materials: Log and wood siding
• Year built: 2012
• Stories: One
• Foundation: Basement, block, and crawl-space components
• Basement: Finished
• Garage: Detached, insulated, two-car garage
• Additional structure: Storage shed
• Swimming pool: None listed

Utilities and Property Systems

The residence uses a private well for water and a septic tank for wastewater. Heating runs on propane through a forced-air system, with central air conditioning for cooling. An owned water softener is included among the listed features.

Because the property is outside a typical municipal residential setting, buyers should confirm well and septic condition, system capacity, service history, and any inspection requirements before closing. Internet providers, broadband speeds, and cellular reception should also be checked at the exact address rather than assumed from general area coverage.

Living Near Tawas City, Michigan

The property is associated with Tawas City in Iosco County, on Michigan’s northeastern Lower Peninsula along Lake Huron’s Saginaw Bay shoreline. The surrounding region is known for its lakeshore communities, inland rural properties, and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Tawas City and neighboring East Tawas provide access to everyday services while the wider county includes smaller communities and extensive outdoor areas.

The property’s parcel is located in Alabaster Township, so township-level services, land-use requirements, and property administration may differ from those within Tawas City’s municipal boundaries. Buyers should confirm the applicable jurisdiction for any questions about permits, land use, and local services.

Schools and Education

Tawas Area Schools serves the wider Tawas area and operates public education for grades prekindergarten through 12. Schools in the district include Clara B. Bolen Elementary School, Tawas Area Middle School, and Tawas Area High School.

These are area school options, not a guarantee of attendance boundaries for this address. Buyers with school-age children should confirm the current school assignment directly with the district before making a decision.

Healthcare and Medical Services

Medical services in the Tawas area include Ascension St. Joseph Hospital in Tawas City, which provides hospital-based care, and Pro-Health Urgent Care in Tawas City for non-emergency illnesses and injuries.

For routine appointments, specialist care, and prescriptions, buyers can investigate the local medical offices and pharmacies serving the Tawas area. Anyone with particular healthcare needs should confirm the services available, current operating hours, and emergency-care arrangements directly with the relevant facility.

Shopping and Everyday Services

Everyday shopping options in the wider Tawas area include Walmart and Neiman’s Family Market in Tawas City, along with additional grocery and specialty retailers in neighboring East Tawas. Local businesses provide options for household goods, hardware, automotive supplies, and other routine needs.

Tawas Do It Best Hardware & Lumber and Sav-Mor Drug Store are among the established businesses in Tawas City. Additional restaurants, services, and shops are available throughout the surrounding communities. Exact travel distances from the property have not been established here, so buyers should check individual destinations when planning regular errands.

Parks, Recreation, and the Outdoors

Outdoor recreation is an important part of the wider Tawas area. Lake Huron’s shoreline, public parks, and regional outdoor destinations provide opportunities to spend time outside beyond the acreage at home.

Tawas City maintains public spaces including Gateway Park, Shoreline Park, Anchor Park, and the local soccer and baseball complex. These provide options for public outdoor space and organized recreation. The wider region also offers access to lakeshore activities and other outdoor pursuits, with seasonal conditions influencing what is available.

For buyers who enjoy spending time on their own land, the acreage at this property offers a different kind of outdoor setting, with room for private recreation and nature observation. The precise terrain, vegetation, wildlife habitat, and suitability for particular land uses should be assessed in person.

Transportation and Regional Access

U.S. Highway 23 is a key north-south route through the Tawas area, connecting lakeshore communities along Michigan’s northeastern Lower Peninsula. M-55 provides another regional route between the Tawas area and inland communities.

Given the property’s rural setting, a personal vehicle is likely to be important for regular shopping, appointments, and other daily trips. Buyers should check current routing, winter road conditions, and travel times for their own destinations. Public transportation options and the availability of transport to specific medical or employment destinations should be verified separately.

Safety and Crime Information

Crime statistics for Iosco County and the wider Tawas area describe activity across a broad geographic area. They cannot establish the level of risk at an individual rural parcel or predict conditions at a particular address.

Reported crime figures also depend on agency coverage, reporting practices, and the period being measured. Buyers who want to evaluate local conditions should review the latest available law-enforcement data for the relevant jurisdiction and consider property-specific factors such as exterior lighting, access, and arrangements for monitoring a home when it is unoccupied.

Local Housing Market History

U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates provide historical context for owner-occupied home values in the Tawas City area. The figures below represent median housing values for the city, not recent sale prices for acreage properties or a valuation of this particular log home.

These are city-level median home value estimates from successive American Community Survey five-year periods ending in the years shown. The periods overlap, and the figures measure estimated home values rather than annual closed-sale prices. They provide broad historical context only and should not be interpreted as a forecast or as a comparable-sales analysis for this property.

Utilities, Broadband, and Property Due Diligence

Electricity and telecommunications options should be confirmed with providers for the exact parcel. Availability of broadband, fiber, and cellular coverage can vary across rural parts of Iosco County, even within the same general community.

Before purchasing, buyers may wish to arrange a home inspection, verify the condition of the well and septic system, inspect the detached garage and shed, and review property boundaries and access. Those interested in hunting or other land-based activities should also establish the parcel’s boundaries, permitted uses, and any relevant restrictions.

Property Summary