$59,900
V/L Benson Rd / Frd 5259
Free Soil, MI 49411
MLS# 26018479

10 pristine acres in the middle of the Manistee Nat'l Forest
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10 pristine acres in the middle of the Manistee Nat'l Forest 660' x 660' square 10-acre parcel. Property lines are approximate. Drone flyover 1 A mix of pine and hardwoods offer and expansive canopy for privacy. Abundant wildlife awaits - Whitetail deer, turkey, & black bear are common sights here. land view 1 land view 2 Forest Service road delivers ease of access in & outdoor adventures out. The Forest Service road runs throughout the property and connects easily to Countyline Rd & easy access to Free Soil Rd. 9 Mile Bridge launch is minutes away for kayaking, fishing, and canoeing. Renowned for Steelhead Fishing, you can cast a line from the bank. The Little Manistee River flows into Manistee Lake that leads to Lake Michigan. Nature awaits at this idyllic piece of Northern Michigan wilderness.

Property Description
This 10-acre recreational parcel stands apart with a rare combination: it borders Federal Land on two sides & features a dedicated Forest Service road running through the property--offering easy access in & unlimited exploration out. Located within the Manistee National Forest, this property gives you direct access to thousands of acres of public land--ideal for hunting, ORV riding, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. No trailering required--ride and explore right from your property. Perfect for a hunting camp, off-grid cabin, or private recreational retreat, the land is a classic Northern Michigan setting with hardwoods, pines, & abundant wildlife including Whitetail deer, wild turkey, & black bear. Minutes from the Little Manistee River & 9 Mile Bridge access, known for steelhead fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Located near Manistee & Ludington, & just over an hour from Traverse City. A rare opportunity to own a truly connected piece of Northern Michigan wilderness.

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Location & Property Info
Cross Streets: E Koenig Rd
Municipality: Meade Twp
Ownership Type: Private Owned
Office/Contract Info
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/Acre: 5990
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
General Property Info
Property Sub-Type: Acreage
Lot Dimensions: 660' x 660'
Road Frontage: 660
Waterfront: No
School District: Mason Cnty Eastern
Association YN: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Square Footage: 435600
Lot Acres: 10
Tax Info
Taxable Value: 12499
SEV: 22500
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 555.22
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 0
Spec Assessment & Type: n/a
Zoning: 402
Tax ID #: 009-009-016-00
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: This 10-acre recreational parcel stands apart with a rare combination: it borders Federal Land on two sides & features a dedicated Forest Service road running through the property--offering easy access in & unlimited exploration out. Located within the Manistee National Forest, this property gives you direct access to thousands of acres of public land--ideal for hunting, ORV riding, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. No trailering required--ride and explore right from your property. Perfect for a hunting camp, off-grid cabin, or private recreational retreat, the land is a classic Northern Michigan setting with hardwoods, pines, & abundant wildlife including Whitetail deer, wild turkey, & black bear. Minutes from the Little Manistee River & 9 Mile Bridge access, known for steelhead fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Located near Manistee & Ludington, & just over an hour from Traverse City. A rare opportunity to own a truly connected piece of Northern Michigan wilderness.
Legal: M-246 NW 1/4 OF SW 1/4 OF SW 1/4 EXCEPT W 2 RODS FOR ROAD. SEC 9 T20N R15W 10 A M/L.
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: No
Current Use
Hunting: 1
Recreational: 1
Lot Description
Adj. to Public Land: 1
Recreational: 1
Wooded: 1
Street Type
Dirt: 1
Seasonal: 1
Unpaved: 1
Util Avail at Street
None: 1
Utilities Attached
None: 1
Sewer
None: 1
Water
None: 1
Terms Available
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Mineral Rights
Unknown: 1
Sale Conditions
None: 1
Docs at List Office
Aerial Photo: 1
Plat Map: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Location Property Info
County: Mason
Street #: V/L
Street Name: Benson Rd / Frd 5259
State: MI
Zip Code: 49411
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
Current Price: $59,900
List Price: $59,900
Listing Date: 2026-04-28
Remarks Misc
Directions: From Free Soil Rd, head N on Campbell to E. Koenig Rd - Follow Big River Properties lead in signs to property off Benson Rd. NOTE: Cell phone service is poor in the area so plan accordingly.
Property Features
Current Use: Hunting; Recreational
Lot Description: Adj. to Public Land; Recreational; Wooded
Street Type: Dirt; Seasonal; Unpaved
Util Avail at Street: None
Utilities Attached: None
Sewer: None
Water: None
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Sale Conditions: None
Docs at List Office: Aerial Photo; Plat Map
Possession: Close Of Escrow
IDX
Listing Office: Big River Properties
Listing Agent: Amy S Humfleet

Last Updated: April - 28 - 2026

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