5 Forest Road, Dowagiac, MI 49047

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Listing date Jan 10, 2025

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Overview

This offering includes a residential lot within Wildwood Subdivision, presented as a buildable site for a primary home or vacation retreat. The property provides association access to Cable Lake, a no-motor lake that supports fishing, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding. If more space is desired, the seller notes that multiple lots can be combined to achieve an approximate total of 2.5+/- acres, with details available through the related MLS listings. Additional clearing can be completed at the buyer’s expense, and build-to-suit is offered by Zeiler Construction LLC.

The land is located in Dowagiac, Michigan (Cass County). Cable Lake access is through the subdivision’s association, tying this property to the lake lifestyle rather than open-water boating.

For buyers looking to construct a home at their own pace, this lot delivers the basics of a subdivision setting with lake access built into the community concept. Its no-motor lake setting can also appeal to users seeking quiet recreation such as paddling and shoreline-based activities. With a build-to-suit option available, prospective owners can align the purchase with a planned construction timeline.

Suggested Use

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Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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City

Dowagiac

County

Cass

State

Michigan

Longitude

-86.194533

Latitude

42.069973

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Residential land & home lot - Build in Wildwood Subdivision with association access to Cable Lake’s no-motor recreation.

Where is this residential land & home lot located?

The property is located at 5 Forest Road Dowagiac, MI.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $85,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Lakefront lots in Wildwood Subdivision with association access to Cable Lake; Cable Lake is a no‑motor lake for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding; Natural gas available and public sewer available