Portage River Conservation
For Sale
$675,000
4500 S 42nd Street, Climax, MI 49034
LAND - Climax, MI
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size177.00 Acres
Days on Market443
Property Features for 4500 S 42nd Street
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
AG-2
Lot features
Level, Ravine, Rolling Hills, Cleared, Recreational, Tillable, Wetland Area, Wooded
Elementary school district
Galesburg-Augusta
Middle school district
Galesburg-Augusta
High school district
Galesburg-Augusta
Directions
I-94 and 40th Street, go south on 40th to E. MN Ave. Go east on E. MN Ave. Access to this property is provided by E. MN Ave and 42nd Street. Look for signage.
Subdivision
Greater Kalamazoo - K
Standard status
Active
APN
0833401013
Lot size
177.00 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
Sec 33 2 9 Se 1/4 Exc W 400 Ft Of E 1700 Ft Of N 900 Ft Also Exc S 264 Ft Of N 865 Ft Of E 660 Ft Also Exc Beg On E&W 1/4 Li 840 Ft N 89 D47 M58 Sw Of E 1/4 Post Th Cont N89 D47 M58 S W 270 Fr Th S 00 D18 M27 S W Par Wi E Sec Li 506.56 Ft Th N 69 D53 M26 Se 288.
Tax Annual Amount
7741
Legal Description
Sec 33 2 9 Se 1/4 Exc W 400 Ft Of E 1700 Ft Of N 900 Ft Also Exc S 264 Ft Of N 865 Ft Of E 660 Ft Also Exc Beg On E&W 1/4 Li 840 Ft N 89 D47 M58 Sw Of E 1/4 Post Th Cont N89 D47 M58 S W 270 Fr Th S 00 D18 M27 S W Par Wi E Sec Li 506.56 Ft Th N 69 D53 M26 Se 288.
Utilities
Utilities
Phone Available
Water front features
Pond
Water front
1
Listing Agency:
Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
(269) 629-4947
Listed By:
RJ T Johnson
(269) 720-1345
Added: Jun 5, 2025
Changed: Jul 18
Last Checked: Aug 21 at 12:06PM
MLS# 25027579
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This is a 177-acre tract featuring a mix of productive farmland, scenic woodlands, and wetland habitat, including approximately 50 acres of tillable farmland and about 60 acres identified as floodplain/wetlands. The property includes over 3,000 feet of frontage on the Portage River, along with a large pond and dam. The remaining acreage is rolling mixed hardwoods suited to outdoor recreation and wildlife observation.
Access is available from paved E. MN Avenue and 42nd Street, with the property located about 2 miles south of I-94 and roughly 10 miles to Kalamazoo and Battle Creek. It also lies directly across from Coldbrook Park, a full-service campground with access to Portage, Blue, and Long Lakes (approximately 276 acres of water), plus a boat ramp and 29 camp sites.
The entire property is protected by a conservation easement, and a copy of the easement detailing permitted and prohibited uses is available upon request. No development or land splits are permitted under the easement terms. The property’s varied habitat supports wildlife activity including whitetail deer, turkey, and waterfowl.
Access is available from paved E. MN Avenue and 42nd Street, with the property located about 2 miles south of I-94 and roughly 10 miles to Kalamazoo and Battle Creek. It also lies directly across from Coldbrook Park, a full-service campground with access to Portage, Blue, and Long Lakes (approximately 276 acres of water), plus a boat ramp and 29 camp sites.
The entire property is protected by a conservation easement, and a copy of the easement detailing permitted and prohibited uses is available upon request. No development or land splits are permitted under the easement terms. The property’s varied habitat supports wildlife activity including whitetail deer, turkey, and waterfowl.
Key Highlights
- 177 acres of diverse land including farmland, woodlands, wetlands, and river frontage protected by a conservation easement.
- Boasting over 3,000 feet of frontage on the Portage River and a large picturesque pond.
- Located across from Coldbrook Park with access to Portage, Blue, and Long Lakes.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
3
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 49034, MI
2,313
Population
854
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
45
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
37.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
63
Density / Sq Mi
$73,939
Median Household Income
$40,329
Median Earnings
$880
Median Rent
$205,300
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Agricultural land / Farmland - Large parcel with extensive Portage River frontage and a conservation easement restricting development and land splits.
Where is this agricultural land / farmland located?
The property is located at 4500 S 42nd Street Climax, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $675,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 177 acres of diverse land including farmland, woodlands, wetlands, and river frontage protected by a conservation easement.; Boasting over 3,000 feet of frontage on the Portage River and a large picturesque pond.; Located across from Coldbrook Park with access to Portage, Blue, and Long Lakes.
