8217 river RD, Cottrellville Township, MI 48039
Price cut $69,901 since it was listed at $469,900
Est. $3,053/mo with current taxes · · See the breakdown
About this home
This is not a short sale!!! RARE ST. CLAIR RIVER Freighter view WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY! Property being sold as is!!! Situated on 1.02 acres with 96 feet of prime St. Clair River frontage, this spacious 2,400-square-foot ranch offers an incredible opportunity to create your dream waterfront retreat! One of the property's most exceptional features is its rare sandy beach, along with an impressive 199-foot dock complete with pilings for boating enthusiasts. The main residence features 2 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and expansive living and entertaining areas designed to take advantage of the breathtaking river views. A connecting breezeway leads to an additional area featuring a third bedroom, third full bathroom, and utility room, offering excellent potential for guest accommodations, extended family, or a private suite. This additional space is equipped for heating; however, a heating unit will need to be installed. Beyond this area is a massive garage, providing exceptional space for vehicles, boats, storage, or a workshop. The home also features an existing central air conditioning system that is currently in need of repair. The central air unit is present, but the system is not operational, and the seller will not be making repairs. BRING YOUR VISION! This property requires extensive interior renovations but offers tremendous potential, generous square footage, and an exceptional waterfront setting. With over an acre of land, nearly 100 feet of river frontage, a rare beach, and substantial docking facilities, opportunities like this are increasingly difficult to find. Renovate to your personal taste and transform this property into a spectacular St. Clair River retreat!
Monthly payment
The tax line is the seller's current bill from the MLS. Michigan uncaps the taxable value the year after a sale, so tap See uncapped taxes for what a buyer will likely pay then.The uncapped tax line is this home's bill after it uncaps: half the price times 23.53 mills, the 2025 homestead rate here. Insurance is a $2,400/yr placeholder and PMI 0.55% of the loan below 20% down. An estimate, not a loan quote.
The facts
| Price | $399,999 |
| Original price | $469,900 |
| Price cut | −$69,901 |
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 3 full |
| Square feet | 2,360 |
| Type | Single family residence |
| Subdivision | SUPRVRS OLEARY |
| County | StClair |
| MLS # | 58050225017 |
| Listed | 2026-10-15 |
| Days on market | 15 |
| Year built | 9999 |
| Possession | 30 days after closing |
| Stories | 1 story |
| Heating | Baseboard, Forced air, Natural gas |
| Foundation | Crawl space |
| Garage spaces | 3.0 |
| Water / Sewer | City water & sewer |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Parcel number | 177660003000 |
| Listing office | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty NB |
Property taxes: the seller's bill vs. yours
| This seller today | You, the year after buying | |
|---|---|---|
| Taxable value | — | about $200,000 |
| Yearly property tax | $4,949 | about $4,705 |
Michigan caps a homeowner's taxable value until the home sells, then it resets. Estimate uses Cottrellville Township's 2025 homestead rate of 23.53 mills and assumes you claim the homestead exemption. See Cottrellville Township's full tax breakdown or run the uncapping calculator.
Location
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