Address
4030 W Squaw Beach Road, Big Bay, MI
Price
$ 1,280,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#50172420
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyMARQUETTE
  • CityBig Bay
  • AreaPowell Twp
  • NeighborhoodAssessorss Plat Of Squaw Beach
  • Zip49808
  • StyleRanch
  • Year Built2000
  • Taxes$ 7411
  • Price$ 1,280,000
  • Bedrooms7
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage1846
  • Lot Size0.3 Acres
Data Source:
MiRealSource (MIRS)
Property Description

MICHIGAN WATERFRONT HOME FOR SALE! Nestled along the pristine shores of Lake Superior, this exceptional Seven Bedroom, Three Bath Home offers luxurious lakeside living in a setting of deep historical roots and natural beauty. Beach lovers will treasure access to the soft sands and crystal-clear waters ideal for swimming and sunbathing right at the front door! Imagine waking each morning to the gentle sounds of Lake Superior's waves lapping against the shoreline. Just stroll from your door and you are at the Big Bay Harbor of Refuge with its protective break wall, 275' sheet pile and concrete mooring with water and power at each slip, a boat launch, and harbormaster services - perfect for the avid boater or fishing enthusiast. Your new address places you just outside the charming unincorporated community of Big Bay in northern Marquette County, where History lives and breathes. In the evening you can sit by the grill for perfect sunset cookouts! The property also features an outdoor wood furnace and a reliable backup generator system that activates automatically during power outages—both valuable amenities included with the sale. The property sits within an area rich in cultural heritage, where local Native American tribes thrived. Visit Burns Cabin to discover the area's Native American heritage dating back to the 1600s, when local tribes used the protected barrier beach for trading wild rice and cranberries cultivated here centuries ago. Beginning as a lumber town in 1875 the Village rose to prominence when Henry Ford purchased and revitalized it in 1943. Ford's vision transformed this charming lakeside community into both a business hub for his automobile empire and a personal retreat where he and his wife Clara would entertain friends and executives. Ford watched his sawmill from his hotel balcony—a sawmill that initially manufactured the nation's bowling pins and later produced wooden panels for Ford's iconic Woody Wagons. The iconic Thunder Bay Inn where Henry Ford once held court in Room 201, still bears his name today. Film enthusiasts will recognize Big Bay as the filming location for the classic "Anatomy of a Murder" (1959), with scenes shot at the Thunder Bay Inn, Big Bay Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast, and the Lumberjack Tavern—site of the real 1952 crime that inspired the film. Community amenities include the nearby Bay Cliff Health Camp, a year-round, non-profit wellness facility serving children and adults with physical disabilities. Located 28 miles northwest of Marquette, this property balances peaceful seclusion with reasonable access to larger community amenities. Whether you're seeking a permanent residence or a spectacular vacation retreat, this Big Bay property offers a lifestyle that combines luxury waterfront living with rich historical significance—a legacy property in a setting that once captivated one of America's greatest industrialists and continues to enchant visitors today. Contact Us For Your Private Viewing Today!

Price History
4/24/2025 Listed $1,480,000
2/17/2026 14$1,280,000

General Features

Heating Boiler,Hot Water,Zoned Heating
Kitchen Level Main
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s),Wall/Window A/C
Possession Negotiable (Possession)
Fireplaces Wood Burning
Garage Attached Garage
Zoning Lakeshore/Residential
Water Private Well
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven,Refrigerator
Status Active
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 2000
Parking 3 or More Spaces,Garage
Subdivision Assessors's Plat Of Squaw Beach
Water Heater Electric
Style Ranch
County Marquette
Class RESIDENTIAL
Type Single Family
Ownership Private
New Construction Y/N No
Associated Document Count 5
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Status Active
Zoning Residential
Sale/Rent For Sale
Utilities Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Not Available,Phone Available,Propane,Water Connected,Propane Tank Leased,Satellite Services,Natrl Gas Not to Property
Manufactured Y/N No
ROOMS Entry,Family Room,First Floor Bedroom,First Floor Laundry,First Flr Primary Bedroom,Great Room,Living Room,Lower Level Laundry,Recreation Room,Utility/Laundry Room,Second Flr Full Bathroom
Structure Style 1 1/2 Story
Subj to Short Sale Apprvl No
Area Powell Twp (52023)
Directions From the corner of Washington and Lincoln in Marquette take Lincoln Ave 1.3 miles to round about. Take a right on Wright St. and go .3 miles to another round about. Go left on to Sugarloaf Ave for .5
City Big Bay
School District Powell Township School District
VIEW Lake View
Lease Y/N No
Originating MLS Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
Source MLS MI Real Source
Financial Terms Cash,Conventional
Legal Description Assessors's Plat Of Squaw Beach Lot 1
DOM 503
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 693.39
Internet Remarks Listing Agent: TIM KEOHANE Broker: GREAT LAKES & LAND OF MARQUETTE,INC.: MICHIGAN WATERFRONT HOME FOR SALE! Nestled along the pristine shores of Lake Superior,this exceptional Seven Bedroom
Public Remarks MICHIGAN WATERFRONT HOME FOR SALE! Nestled along the pristine shores of Lake Superior,this exceptional Seven Bedroom

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Interior Balcony,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Hardwood Floors,Sump Pump,Walk-In Closet,Skylights
Family Room Level Lower
Dining Room Level Main
Living Room Level Main
Basement Block,Egress/Daylight Windows,Full,Sump Pump
Bedroom 3 Level Upper
Bedroom 1 Level Main
Bedroom 2 Level Main
Laundry Room Level Lower
Kitchen Length 17
Family Room Length 39
Laundry Room Width 7
Family Room Width 30
Living Room Length 25
Bedroom 4 Width 14
Bedroom 2 Width 10
Bedroom 3 Width 14
Laundry Room Length 13
Dining Room Width 13
Bedroom 4 Length 14
Bedroom 2 Length 12
Living Room Width 15
Bedroom 3 Length 27
Dining Room Length 14
Bedroom 5 Length 14
Kitchen Width 15
Beds 7
Fireplace? Yes
Bedroom 6 Length 16
Bedroom 5 Width 13
Bedroom 6 Width 9
Bedroom 1 Length 13
Bedroom 1 Width 12
Bedroom 6 Level Lower
Below Grade SqFt 1846
Above Grade SqFt 1846
Basement Y/N Yes
Library/Den Level Upper
Sitting Room Length 25
Sitting Room Level Upper
Sitting Room Width 7
Fireplaces Total 1
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering Carpet
Bedroom 3 Floor Covering Carpet
Bedroom 4 Floor Covering Carpet
Kitchen Floor Covering Wood
Total SqFt Finished 2341
Bathroom 1 Length 12
Bathroom 1 Width 4
Bathroom 2 Length 15
Bathroom 2 Width 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Wood
Exterior Amenities Wheelchair Access,Deck,Satellite Dish
Frontage 200
Body of Water Lake Superior
Lot Size Area 0.3
Pool (Y/N) No
Lot Dimensions 242x38x200x83
OUT BUILDINGS Cabana
Garage # of Car 2
Water Features All Sports Lake,Lake Frontage,Sea Wall,Water View,Waterfront,Beach Access,Beach Front,Great Lake,Sandy Bottom
Roads Private no association
FOUNDATION TYPE Basement
SEWER/SEPTIC Septic
Waterfront Y/N Yes
Garage Y/N Yes
Frontage Type Water

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 49808

Price
AVG $720K
$1.28M
Taxes
AVG $5,242
$7,411
Year Built
AVG 1995
2000
Visits
AVG 77
216
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