Three Lots, Common Ground Backing, Lakes of the North Access — $140,000

The thing that earns a second look here is the land situation. Most lots in a community like this give you just enough room to park a car and wave at your neighbor. This one covers three lots, and the back of the property meets common ground. That combination means real separation from other houses, actual outdoor space, and a buffer that won't get developed.

Lakes of the North is a private community in Antrim County with a full set of amenities: lakes, beaches, an indoor pool, a golf course, a campground, a clubhouse, and trails. You pay into that through HOA dues, and in exchange you get access to things that would otherwise require driving to. For a weekend or seasonal property, that setup makes sense.

The house itself is 800 square feet, two bedrooms, one bath, built in 1975. It's small. That's the honest description. Inside, there's fresh paint and new flooring throughout, so the finish work is current. The agent description says it's ready to use, and with a place this size and this straightforward, there's no reason to doubt that.

At 800 square feet, storage will be a consideration and so will square footage if you're bringing more than two people for a weekend. But for a solo retreat, a couple, or a family that spends most of its time outside, the size can work. The three lots give you outdoor room that the interior doesn't.

At $140,000 with community amenities included and the land situation you're getting here, it's priced like what it is: a modest Northern Michigan property with some real advantages in the right context. If you're looking for a place to own in that part of the state without spending significantly more, this is worth a look.