c.1950 Michigan Home For Sale on 23.5 Acres $139K

Accessible only by boat, this one-of-a-kind property offers the privacy, peace, and authentic Upper Peninsula experience that so many dream of but few ever find.

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended. 

Contact Realtor: Marissa Metcalf

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Pros

• Gateway to Premium Outdoor Recreation: Positioned as a direct gateway to the Tahquamenon Falls area and surrounded by miles of state and national forests, Newberry is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers immediate access to snowmobiling, ATV trail networks, hiking, hunting, and fishing.

   

• Exceptional Real Estate Affordability: The housing market is highly accessible, with median property values sitting well below both the national and state averages, often hovering between $70,000 and $170,000 depending on acreage and property condition. It features a high homeownership rate of over 72%.

   

• Tight-Knit, Peaceful Community: With a small population of roughly 1,300 to 1,400 residents, the village offers a slow, quiet, and secure pace of life where neighbors genuinely know and support one another year-round.

• Virtually Non-Existent Traffic: The average daily commute for working residents is under 15 minutes. Daily travel along M-123 and around town is entirely stress-free.

   

• Low General Cost of Living: Beyond housing, everyday costs like groceries and basic necessities are highly affordable compared to urban centers.

Cons

• Economic and Job Market Limits: The local economy is modest, heavily driven by healthcare, public administration, and retail/tourism. The median household income sits below $46,000, and the poverty rate within the village limits is quite high (nearly 30%), meaning career growth in specialized or corporate industries often requires looking outside the immediate region or working remotely.

   

• Intense, High-Volume Winters: Located deep in the Upper Peninsula, Newberry experiences brutally cold, snowy, and long winters driven by heavy lake-effect snowstorms. Managing snow removal, dealing with sub-zero temperatures, and coping with seasonal heating costs are a significant part of local life.

• Very Minimal Shopping and Dining: While staple spots like Timber Charlie’s serve the community well, major retail chains, specialized shopping, and extensive dining options are scarce. Residents must travel to larger regional hubs like Marquette or Sault Ste. Marie for major amenities.

• Isolated Location: The village is geographically remote, meaning specialized healthcare facilities, major airports, and metropolitan entertainment require long drives down the peninsula or across the Mackinac Bridge.

• Declining Population: Newberry has faced a gradual, slight decline in population over recent decades, which can impact local municipal funding, infrastructure upkeep, and the growth of new business developments.