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    OFF FOREST ROAD 3979, Watersmeet, MI 49969

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    $517,200

    LAND - Watersmeet, MI

    Lot size:
    431.00 Acres
    Added:
    Nov 14, 2025
    Days on Market:
    186
    Last Refresh:
    May 19 at 9:06 am

    Property Features for OFF FOREST ROAD 3979

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    see attached tax doc
    Lot size
    431.00 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    SEE ATTACHED TAX DOCUMENTS

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    CLIFF KOLINSKY
    CLIFF KOLINSKY

    Listing agent CLIFF KOLINSKY

    Listing office CENTURY 21 BURKETT - LOL 4153 Hwy B PO Box 701, Eagle River, MI

    Listing date Nov 14, 2025

    MLS# 215069 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Greater Northwoods MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • 430+ acres of mixed timberland bordering national forest, ensuring privacy and access to vast public lands
    • Excellent hunting opportunities for deer, bear, grouse, and turkey
    • Enrolled in the Commercial Forest Program, resulting in significantly reduced property taxes
    • Creek running through the property and rolling terrain
    • Located just five minutes from Watersmeet, MI
    • Numerous lakes nearby for fishing and recreation

    Overview

    This is a rare opportunity to own over 430 acres of mixed timberland located just five minutes from Watersmeet, MI. The expansive tract offers outstanding hunting for deer, bear, grouse, and turkey. A creek runs through the property, which features rolling terrain. Nearly the entire parcel is surrounded by national forest, providing unmatched privacy and access to thousands of acres of public land. A Forest Service road leads directly to the property, and numerous lakes lie just minutes away for fishing and recreation. The majority of the acreage is enrolled in the Commercial Forest Program, offering significantly reduced property taxes. This property presents a true wilderness escape with endless outdoor potential.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Hunting land

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    City
    Watersmeet
    County
    Gogebic
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -89.1135743
    Latitude
    46.2132069

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Hunting land - Expansive timberland near Watersmeet, MI, with hunting and recreational opportunities.
    Where is this hunting land located?
    The property is located at OFF FOREST ROAD 3979 Watersmeet, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $517,200.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 430+ acres of mixed timberland bordering national forest, ensuring privacy and access to vast public lands; Excellent hunting opportunities for deer, bear, grouse, and turkey; Enrolled in the Commercial Forest Program, resulting in significantly reduced property taxes
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    CLIFF KOLINSKY
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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