4598 County Road Kg, Big Bay, MI, 49808
About This Home
Surrounded by 80 wooded acres, this thoughtfully crafted off-grid cabin offers privacy, natural beauty, and a peaceful escape from the everyday. Listen to the babbling Jenny Creek as it winds through the property, while rolling terrain and mature hardwoods create a setting that feels truly special in every season. With selective clearing on the second 40 acres, the property has the potential for views of Lake Independence and even Lake Superior. The 24x32 cabin has been carefully designed with comfort and functionality in mind, featuring quartz countertops, LED lighting, a durable metal roof, and a wraparound deck perfect for enjoying the quiet surroundings. A beautiful 1972 Earth Stove provides warm and inviting wood heat. The cabin includes a compost toilet, outhouse, and a kitchen sink that drains to a cistern, embracing simple and efficient off-grid living. Whether you’re looking for a recreational getaway, hunting property, or a quiet place to unplug and recharge, this unique property offers room to roam and a connection to nature that’s hard to find. (Please do not enter property without areal estate agent. Cameras on property.)
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1971
Materials
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Conventional Frame
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range/Oven,Refrigerator
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- None
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 768
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Gravity,Wood
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 521117001200 & 52111713800
- Zoning: TP-40 Timber Production
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Trust,Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural View
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream/Brook
- Waterbody name: Jenny Creek
- Frontage type: See Remarks
- Frontage length: 0
Lot
- Lot size: 80 Acres
- Features: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft.,Large Lot - 65+ Ft.,Wooded,Unpaved,Dead End,Rural,Easement,Rolling/Hilly,Splits Available,Bluff
- Lot size dimensions: 1320 x 2640
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3 or More Spaces,Unassigned
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Marquette County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,022 | $24,264 |
| Home Insurance * | $276 | $3,312 |
| Property Taxes | $329 | $3,948 |
| Electricity | $188 | $2,259 |
| Total | $2,815 | $33,780 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-16 | Price change | $399,900 |
| 2026-05-20 | Listed for sale | $419,000 |
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