5242 S  Forest Dr, Baldwin, MI 49304
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FOR SALE
20 ACRES

$219,900

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 520 sqft (on 20 acres)

5242 S Forest Dr, Baldwin, MI 49304

Est. Mortgage $1,459/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1970
20 acre lot
$423/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Here is a sweet off grid set up that is sure to please! 20 acres of mixed woods with state land on 3 sides and across the street. Offers a large pond in the back accessed via private trail that also leads to food plot sites and a gem of a tower blind! Cabin is not huge but has what you need. Open kitchen and living area on the main level with a hideaway bed and full bath. Loft above is approximately 200 SQ FT and is used as a bedroom. Cabin heated with a LP wall heater and ran with a generator that has its own building to cut down on noise. Both the roof and the septic are less than 10 years old. Location is a county maintained road with multiple lake access's and a river access nearby, with riding trails available as well. This is a great time to get a jump on this place before spring, call today!
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Christian J Radden, (231) 690-9555
North West Realty, LLC, (231) 745-4646
Source: MichRIC, MLS#25061302
Also Listed on MichRIC, Realcomp II.

Home Details for 5242 S Forest Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 520 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, RangeLaundry: NoneMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Space HeaterHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Space Heater
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: PondRoad Surface Type: UnimprovedOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic TankWater Body: Private Pond

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cabin
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1103600200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $219,900Price Per Sqft: $423

Location

Direction & Address
City: Baldwin
School Information
High School District: Baldwin

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 25061302

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 520 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 20 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 25061302

Around this home

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What Locals Say about Baldwin

At least 8 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there are community events

  • 45 % Say kids play outside

  • 36 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say there are sidewalks

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ksdavis2011
    "Dog friendly area plenty of places to take a dog on a trail. You can also not worry about people as neighbors are at a good distance away . "
  • Iamsabrinarnelson
    "plenty of space and woods. However stay alert for bears, bobcats, coyotes, wolves, foxes, turkeys, and cats with no trails (seriously)."

Market trends in Baldwin

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
70
10
MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1.20
Single-Family Home
$141,000
04/08/26
2
1
768
1.25
Single-Family Home
$87,000
06/23/26
2
1
572
1.61
Single-Family Home
$95,000
11/20/25
2
1
976
1.13
Single-Family Home
$45,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,304
1.69
Single-Family Home
$334,900
06/05/26
2
1
1,098
1.88
Single-Family Home
$105,000
09/15/26
2
1
1,000
1.64
Single-Family Home
$99,900
09/08/26
1
1
800
1.46
Single-Family Home
$53,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,092
1.80
Single-Family Home
$18,497
02/23/26
2
1
700
1.92
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/26/25
4
1
1,600

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.73
$89,900
2
1
1,000
For Sale
0.75
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.78
$154,100
1
1
700
Off Market
0.80
$134,800
2
1
808
Off Market
0.81
$20,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
0.82
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.85
$120,000
-
-
-
For Sale
0.90
$136,000
2
1
1,236
Off Market
0.90
$53,500
-
-
-
Recently Sold
0.94
$163,400
2
1
768
Off Market
0.92
$225,000
2
1
1,055
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 9, 2025
Source: MichRIC #25061302
Listed For Sale
$219,900
Jul 21, 2023
Source: MichRIC #23020827
Sold
$153,000
Jul 7, 2023
Source: MichRIC #23020827
Pending
$149,000
Jun 14, 2023
Source: MichRIC #23020359
Listed For Sale
$149,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Christian J Radden, North West Realty, LLC, (231) 745-4646
Agent Phone: (231) 690-9555
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026 MichRIC, LLC. All rights reserved.

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Frequently asked questions about 5242 S Forest Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 5242 S Forest Dr?
    Based on a $219,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 5242 S Forest Dr in Baldwin, MI is approximately $1,488 (about $1,202 principal & interest, $211 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Baldwin?
    Residents describe Baldwin, MI as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Baldwin, MI.
  • What are the closest schools to 5242 S Forest Dr?
    The closest schools to 5242 S Forest Dr in Baldwin, MI are Baldwin Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Baldwin Junior High School (rated 3/10), Baldwin Senior High School (rated 4/10).
  • How big is the lot at 5242 S Forest Dr?
    The lot at 5242 S Forest Dr in Baldwin, MI is about 20 acres.
5242 S Forest Dr, Baldwin, MI 49304 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 520 sqft single-family home built in 1970. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MichRIC on Dec 9, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 25061302.