$258,999
Buchanan, MI 49107
MLS# 26000338

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Property Description
A rare opportunity to secure one of the most unique build-ready parcels in Buchanan MI. A surveyed, perk tested mainland lot paired with its own private island on the St. Joseph River. Properties like this simply don't come to market! Neighboring the well-known Bachelors Island, you will find this 2.42-acre gem with even better amenities! The mainland parcel 1.64-acres checks every box today's land buyers need to get started: buildable, surveyed, utilities established, and ready for immediate planning. Electric is connected, soils are approved, and the building site offers an ideal footprint overlooking the river, with a canal, and island view. Across the canal sits your own waterfront extension, the 0.77-acre private island with a sand bar!. The island offers sandy edges, willow trees, a clearing with a trail area, and privacy. There is space to build on OR buy and enjoy immediately!
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Location Property Info
County: Berrien
Street Direction: E
Street Name: River
Suffix: Road
State: MI
Zip Code: 49107
Area: Southwestern Michigan - S
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
Current Price: $258,999
List Price: $258,999
Listing Date: 2026-01-05
General Property Info
Property Sub-Type: Acreage
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Square Footage: 105415
Lot Acres: 2.42
Lot Dimensions: 443x347x457x181
Road Frontage: 177
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: St Joseph River
School District: Buchanan
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: St Joseph River
Tax Info
Tax ID #: 11-06-0023-0035-02-7, 11-06-0023-0035-05-1
Taxable Value: 39269
SEV: 41700
For Tax Year: 2024
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 1589
Tax Year: 2024
Remarks Misc
Directions: ALL Showings by appointment ONLY! No Trespassing. US-31: Take Walton Rd east toward Buchanan. Turn left onto Red Bud Trail N, then right onto E River Rd. Property and parking area will be on the right, just before River Dr.
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 1418
Property Features
Water Type: Channel; River
Current Use: Residential
Lot Description: Buildable; Cleared; Recreational; Wooded
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Street Type: Public
Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available; High Speed Internet
Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Sale Conditions: None
Supplements
Whether for recreation, additional docking, or creating a covered pavilion resort styled area.
The island is a lifestyle amenity rarely offered in this region.
Enjoy boating, floating, kayaking, fishing, beach lounging, or creating a destination gathering space for family and guests to picnic. This is a turnkey lifestyle package, complete with floating dock, pontoon, fishing boat, two canoes, lofted garage outbuilding.
Access the private patio deck and you are welcomed by a beautiful canal, wooded canopy, and boat dock area. Riverview seating that feels so exclusive you will be instantly transported into the riverfront experience.
This is a no HOA. Golf-cart-friendly community. Build with freedom, or use as recreation. There are lending options for both uses.
Located minutes from River St. Joe Brewery, Wineries, Fernwood Botanical Garden, Orchard Hills Country Club, and Buchanan's historic downtown. All just 11 miles to the pristine beaches of Lake Michigan.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy the River lifestyle and rights to say you have your very own private island + Land!
Please use Showing Time for tour, do not walk property without permission. No Trespassing.
Listing Office: @properties Christie's International R.E.
Listing Agent: Elisha Taylor
Last Updated: January - 06 - 2026
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