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147-Acre Recreational Land with Chenango Lake
For Sale
$4,590,000

6458 Richardson Road, Howell, MI 48843

LAND - Howell, MI

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Lot Size147.00 Acres
Days on Market404

Property Features for 6458 Richardson Road

General Information

Property type Land
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Residential
Lot features Rolling Hills, Adj to Public Land, Buildable, Building, Recreational, Wooded
Elementary school district Brighton
Middle school district Brighton
High school district Brighton
Directions The property address is 6458 Richard Road, Howell, MI 48842. There are five parcels in total. Approximately 5 miles from downtown Brighton. 23 miles west of Novi and 46 miles to DTW.
Subdivision Livingston County - 40
Standard status Active
APN 15-05-100-004
Lot size 147.00 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Annual Amount 26615

Utilities

Utilities Electricity Available
Sewer type Septic Tank
Water source Well
Water front features Lake
Water front 1
Listing Agency: Hayden Outdoors
Listed By: Dennis Doyle · License #6501439574
Added: Jul 15, 2025 Changed: Apr 15 Last Checked: Aug 22 at 4:06AM
MLS# 25034708

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Chenango Lake Preserve is a 147-acre property in Livingston County featuring wooded terrain and a park-like setting overlooking spring-fed Chenango Lake. This property, suitable for a recreational playground, family estate, or corporate retreat, is located 5 miles from downtown Brighton. A private road leads through a mile-long tunnel of trees to Chenango Lake. The property includes over 1,200 feet of frontage on the 29-acre all-sports Chenango Lake, which is surrounded by over 1,500 acres of undeveloped state land. Chenango Lake Preserve is the only privately owned land on Chenango Lake. The property has 1,400 feet of road frontage on Schafer Road and 2,000 feet of frontage on Richardson Road, with potential parcel splits available. A 3,000-square-foot lodge overlooks Chenango Lake and features a covered wrap-around screened porch, a two-sided indoor-outdoor stone fireplace, a dining hall, and an updated commercial kitchen. The property also includes a 1,200-square-foot 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch-style home with a partially finished basement and a detached 2.5-car garage. There are five cabins, including two 2,750-square-foot cabins and one 2,620-square-foot cabin that each sleep 40 people and have bathrooms with showers and forced air furnaces. The remaining three cabins range from 440 square feet to 840 square feet and have electricity and water. A rustic wood frame horse barn overlooks a pasture. There are 11 outbuildings totaling over 12,000 square feet, all with electricity, including a beach house used for storage.

Key Highlights

  • 147 +/- acre property featuring a private, spring‑fed 29‑acre all‑sports Chenango Lake.
  • Over 1,200 feet of lake frontage on Chenango Lake, the only privately owned land on the lake.
  • 3,000 sq ft lodge overlooking the lake with a large, covered wrap‑around screened porch and a two‑sided indoor‑outdoor stone fireplace.**

Property Analytics

Current Use

Camp Talahi Charitable Organization Chenango Lake Retreat Hotel & Motel

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Home Appliance Store Pet Grooming Service Daycare Center Hotel & Motel

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

19
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48843, MI

47,704
Population
19,001
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
37%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
89.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
532
Density / Sq Mi
$91,620
Median Household Income
$48,613
Median Earnings
$1,221
Median Rent
$323,100
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Recreation land - Spectacular 147-acre property with lake, lodge, cabins, and equestrian amenities.
Where is this recreation land located?
The property is located at 6458 Richardson Road Howell, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,590,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 147 +/- acre property featuring a private, spring‑fed 29‑acre all‑sports Chenango Lake.; Over 1,200 feet of lake frontage on Chenango Lake, the only privately owned land on the lake.; 3,000 sq ft lodge overlooking the lake with a large, covered wrap‑around screened porch and a two‑sided indoor‑outdoor stone fireplace.**
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