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Michigan lake escapes meet rentals from $95K

A sandy-shore cottage, a Suttons Bay compound and three tenant-occupied income plays.

Northwoods Daily · Saturday, October 31

Michigan lake escapes meet rentals from $95K

This Saturday, October 31, Northwoods heads across Michigan, from a hot-tub evening on Clayton Harbor Bay to historic village living in Suttons Bay. Presented by agent Bill Adolfsen, today’s six picks pair vacation-home appeal with three long-term rentals offering reported income—not immediate short-term-rental availability.

6
New homes
$95,000
Starting at
3
With proven revenue
1339 Venice St, Dearborn, MI 48124
No. 1 · Dearborn, MI

Brick Ranch, Longer Horizon

1339 Venice St, Dearborn, MI 48124

At 1339 Venice St in Dearborn, this three-bedroom brick ranch backs up to Corewell Health Hospital and sits across from Stout Middle School. Hardwood floors, a partially finished basement and a deep backyard suit practical everyday living, but buyers must plan around tenant occupancy: possession is no sooner than June 2027.

Price
$249,900
Beds / Baths
3 / 2
Sq ft
2,001
$ / sq ft
$125
Stated revenue
$21,600/yr
Gross yield
8.6%
◆Three bedrooms, two bathrooms
◆Partially finished basement
◆Detached 1.5-car garage
The investor angleAt $249,900, reported rent of $1,800 monthly totals $21,600 annually—about an 8.6% gross yield before expenses, with the existing tenancy shaping the investment timeline.
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3943 Wice Dr, Gladwin, MI 48624
No. 2 · Gladwin, MI

Round Lake, Room to Unwind

3943 Wice Dr, Gladwin, MI 48624

Set along a private road in Gladwin, 3943 Wice Dr pairs a fenced, nearly acre-sized setting with Round Lake views from much of the home. An extensively renovated interior, open main level and lower-level gathering space with a kitchenette make this three-bedroom retreat appealing for family getaways and guests who like room to spread out.

Price
$529,900
Beds / Baths
3 / 2
Sq ft
1,685
$ / sq ft
$314
◆Main-level primary bedroom
◆Newly replaced main-level deck
◆Lower-level kitchenette and covered patio
The investor angleAt $529,900, the rental case rests on the Round Lake setting, privacy and renovated gathering spaces; the listing describes rental history but supplies no revenue figures.
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289 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd S, Pontiac, MI 48342
No. 3 · Pontiac, MI

A Modest Bungalow, Income Attached

289 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd S, Pontiac, MI 48342

This three-bedroom bungalow at 289 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd S in Pontiac offers 922 square feet and a long-term tenant already in place. It suits investors seeking a lower-priced long-term rental rather than a vacation retreat; showings require an accepted offer, and tenants must not be disturbed.

Price
$95,000
Beds / Baths
3 / 1
Sq ft
922
$ / sq ft
$103
Stated revenue
$9,600/yr
Gross yield
10.1%
◆Three bedrooms, one bathroom
◆Electrical meter box replaced 2023
◆Tenant pays all utilities
The investor angleThe $95,000 asking price and reported $9,600 annual rent imply roughly a 10.1% gross yield before expenses, with current rent at $800 monthly.
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118 W Adams St, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
No. 4 · Suttons Bay, MI

Village Character, Separate Guest Quarters

118 W Adams St, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
0.17 acres

At 118 W Adams St, a 1910 Suttons Bay home brings wood floors, a characterful staircase and a porch to a walkable village setting. A separate guest apartment adds flexibility for visitors or workspace, while the oversized detached garage preserves useful storage and workshop space. This is a compelling fit for buyers seeking a village home with room for guests and a small upper-level bay view.

Price
$1,200,000
Beds / Baths
5 / 3
Sq ft
2,455
$ / sq ft
$489
◆Four-bedroom historic main house
◆Separate guest apartment with terrace
◆Oversized 26-by-30-foot detached garage
The investor angleAt $1,200,000, village walkability and separate guest quarters underpin the appeal, but no revenue is provided and buyers should verify rental permissions and the apartment’s kitchen configuration.
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6789 W Redman Dr, Lake City, MI 49651
No. 5 · Lake City, MI

Sandy Shore, Starlit Hot Tub

6789 W Redman Dr, Lake City, MI 49651

On Clayton Harbor Bay in Lake City, 6789 W Redman Dr offers 60 feet of private sandy shoreline and a lake-view hot tub. French doors connect the bright living and dining space to an expansive deck, while four bedrooms—including an upstairs room with a waterfront balcony—give family getaways a welcoming home base.

Price
$639,900
Beds / Baths
4 / 3
Sq ft
1,728
$ / sq ft
$370
◆60 feet of sandy shoreline
◆Lake-view hot tub
◆Smart locks and Wi-Fi thermostats
The investor angleAt $639,900, the shoreline, hot tub and remote-management features support vacation-rental appeal; the listing cites VRBO history without providing revenue.
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130 Parkdale Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340
No. 6 · Pontiac, MI

Updated Systems, Established Tenancy

130 Parkdale Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340

At 130 Parkdale Ave in Pontiac, this three-bedroom home combines a bright, functional layout with updated flooring and several substantial system replacements. An existing long-term Section 8 tenant makes it a long-term-income candidate; showings require an accepted offer, and buyers must not approach the home or disturb tenants.

Price
$109,000
Beds / Baths
3 / 1
Sq ft
961
$ / sq ft
$113
Stated revenue
$14,400/yr
Gross yield
13.2%
◆Sewer line replaced in 2018
◆New furnace in 2022
◆Updated flooring throughout in 2024
The investor angleAt $109,000, reported rent of $1,200 monthly produces $14,400 annually—about a 13.2% gross yield before expenses—with the tenant paying all utilities.
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