Fife Lake Homes with Ranch Design

Fife Lake Homes with Ranch Design

Welcome to Fife Lake, Michigan – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Kalkaska County. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Fife Lake is a picturesque community that offers a serene lifestyle surrounded by lush forests and sparkling waters. The charming village is named after the beautiful lake that graces its borders, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Fife Lake boasts a rich history and a close-knit community vibe, where neighbors become friends and local businesses thrive. The area is perfect for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Enjoy year-round recreational activities, from fishing and boating in the summer to snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter. With its scenic landscapes and abundant wildlife, Fife Lake is a nature lover’s paradise.

One of the most sought-after styles of homes in Fife Lake is the ranch design. These single-story residences are perfect for those who appreciate convenience and accessibility. With their open floor plans, ranch homes provide ample space for entertaining and everyday living, making them ideal for families and individuals alike. The seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces allows residents to enjoy the stunning views and fresh air that Fife Lake offers.

Whether you’re looking to retire in tranquility or raise a family in a nurturing environment, Fife Lake’s ranch-style homes provide the perfect canvas for creating lasting memories. Explore the charm of this quaint community and discover your dream home in Fife Lake today!

Newest Fife Lake Homes with Ranch Design

$265,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1948479 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your own private Northern Michigan retreat! Nestled on 10 beautifully wooded acres, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and endless outdoor recreation. The spacious open floor plan is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a large kitchen that flows seamlessly into the main living area, a formal dining room, and two separate living spaces, providing plenty of room for family and guests. The generous primary suite offers a private bath and a walk-in closet, creating the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. Thoughtful updates, including RetroFoam insulation, help make this home exceptionally energy efficient with surprisingly affordable utility costs. Additional improvements include new flooring and some newer windows, making this home move-in ready. Step outside and experience everything Northern Michigan has to offer. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets from the covered back porch, where deer, turkey, and other wildlife are frequent visitors. Gather with family and friends around the beautiful fire pit area, creating memories under the stars in your own peaceful backyard. The 30' x 40' pole barn provides plenty of room for vehicles, recreational toys, equipment, or a workshop. Best of all, this property backs up to thousands of acres of public land and trail systems, giving you direct access to hunting, hiking, ORV riding, snowmobiling, and countless outdoor adventures. You're also just minutes from the Manistee River, one of Michigan's premier destinations for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and enjoying the beauty of Northern Michigan. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, a hunting retreat, or the ultimate Up North getaway, this exceptional property offers privacy, recreation, and comfort in one incredible package.

11961 Waterhole Creek Road, Fife Lake
$185,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1948478 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your peaceful getaway on the beautiful Manistee River. Tucked away in the woods on 1.7 private acres, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy Northern Michigan at its finest. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, vacation rental, seasonal escape, or cozy year-round residence, this property delivers a relaxing riverfront lifestyle. Spend your days watching kayakers and canoe enthusiasts float by as they explore one of Michigan's most scenic rivers. Anglers will appreciate the excellent trout fishing, with deep pockets and natural bends along this stretch of the Manistee River creating ideal habitat for both brown and rainbow trout. Inside, you'll find a comfortable and inviting layout featuring a bright sunroom that is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, reading a book, or simply taking in the peaceful wooded surroundings. Even better, this cottage is being sold fully furnished, making it truly move-in ready. From the furniture and household contents to the canoes waiting outside, everything you need to begin enjoying the river is included. Surrounded by nature and abundant wildlife, this property offers direct access to some of Northern Michigan's best outdoor recreation, including kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and wildlife watching. If you've been searching for a private Manistee River cottage with acreage, beautiful scenery, and turnkey convenience, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss. Come experience the tranquility, natural beauty, and endless recreational opportunities that make the Manistee River one of Michigan's premier destinations.

13773 SW Spring Creek, Fife Lake
$65,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1948222 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Escape to the ultimate "Up North" retreat with this charming, rustic log cabin perfectly situated on a quiet 0.69-acre lot. Located directly across the street from thousands of acres of pristine public State Land and just down the road from the scenic Little Cannon Creek, this property is an outdoor enthusiast's dream, offering endless hunting, hiking, and off-roading trail options right at your doorstep. Inside, the cabin delivers classic camp vibes with its open-concept layout, vaulted log-beam ceilings, a cozy wood stove, a functional kitchen space, and a dedicated sleeping area ready for the whole crew. The property comes equipped with electricity and a private well already hooked up. Embracing its true rustic nature, the toilet facility is located just outside the cabin in the work trailer on the property. Whether you are looking for a seasonal hunting basecamp or a peaceful weekend getaway to unplug, relax, and ride the trails, this unique northern Michigan escape is ready for your next adventure!

13276 S Sharon Road SE, Fife Lake
$410,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1947573 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
Unassuming on the outside...an Up North retreat on the inside. From the moment you arrive, you’d never guess what’s waiting beyond the garage doors. This classic barndominium seamlessly blends a spacious garage with lots of storage and a surprisingly comfortable 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, creating the perfect northern Michigan retreat. Set on 20+ heavily wooded acres and bordering 150 acres of state land, this property offers the privacy and seclusion outdoor enthusiasts dream about. Wake up to the songs of birds and quiet tranquility instead of traffic. Spend your days hunting, hiking, exploring, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. As evening falls, gather around the backyard bonfire, grill dinner with family and friends, and soak in the star-filled clear northern Michigan sky. And for the campers in your group, there is a RV water and electric hook-up by the campsite fire pit. Whether you’re looking for a hunting camp, a weekend getaway, or a place to unplug and reconnect with nature, this property delivers everything people love about life Up North—privacy, adventure, and memories waiting to be made. Your Up North retreat is waiting.

4284 SW Grand Kal Road, Fife Lake
$228,400
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1945672 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
Located just minutes away from the beautiful waters of Fife Lake, local park, shopping and dining. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home gives you the quiet charm of village life with easy access to everything you need. New roof, new water heater and gutters have been recently updated with an attached garage for extra storage or a workshop. Enjoy the fenced in yard with family and friends or a short walk to the park.

621 E State Street, Fife Lake
$359,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1944496 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Newly completed barndominium offering the perfect blend of modern finishes and up north charm. This move in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a spacious island kitchen complete with new appliances and ample cabinetry. The primary suite includes a walk in closet with custom built ins and a beautifully finished bathroom with a tile shower. Two additional bedrooms also feature custom built ins and share a well appointed full bath with tile finishes. Durable vinyl plank flooring runs throughout for easy living. Situated on 1 wooded acre, this property provides privacy while being ideally located within walking distance to all sports Fife Lake and directly across from Pickerel Lake. Close to State land and the North Country Trail, this is an excellent location for outdoor enthusiasts, all just 25 minutes to Cadillac and 30 minutes to Traverse City.

10927 Grand Kal Road, Fife Lake
$289,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1944439 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is a perfect starter home, second home or home to downsize into! With plenty of room for a garage, outbuilding, or pole barn, this home offers flexibility for four season Northern Michigan enjoyment. The home was built in 2015. It has a deck off of the dining room to enjoy morning coffee. Large fenced in area for pets and children.

11675 SW Coster Road, Fife Lake
$159,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1944230 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Your sweet Northern MI getaway or year round home! Ideally located in the charming village of Fife Lake- 30 minutes from Traverse City- this 2BR / 1BA vintage manufactured home with a cozy wood burning stove offers a great opportunity to enjoy Northern MI living without the high price tag. Set on nearly 1/2 acre, this home has a concrete block foundation and an oversized heated 2 car garage. Savor sunny days on the nearby lake, relax and play at the public park, and explore the local shops and restaurants, all within minutes from home.

7625 Anthony Street, Fife Lake
$39,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1944119 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Northern Michigan Fixer-Upper — Outdoor Enthusiast’s Dream Charming fixer-upper on the edge of ACRES and Acres of acres of state land, perfectly positioned for hunting, fishing, and year-round outdoor adventure. Bring your vision and sweat equity to this solid property with huge upside. Property highlights • Location: Northern Michigan, minutes from Big Cannon Creeks, Manistee River and All Sports Lakes. • Land access: Immediate entry to a large amount of contiguous state land. • Outdoor opportunities: Whitetail (“big bucks”), trout fishing, browns & rookies, kayaking on the Manistee River, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and ATV right from your doorstep • Home: Classic up north structure in need of full cosmetic and systems renovation — ideal for a renovation project and build equity. • Utilities: On-site utilities present (assume updates needed)

9810 S Parrott Circle SE, Fife Lake
$359,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1943980 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Escape to your private sanctuary in the wilds of Northern Michigan on Oak Hill Road — a quiet, private road that winds through a magnificent hardwood forest just minutes from Fife Lake. This rare custom-built ranch home, owned by the original owners, sits surrounded by towering hardwoods on a peaceful, secluded property where the only sounds are the whisper of the wind through the trees and the call of the wild. Imagine stepping out your door into a true outdoor paradise: World-class fly fishing on the legendary Manistee River in nearby Old Sharon — some of the best in the Midwest. Miles upon miles of trails right out your back door for hiking, horseback riding, dirt biking, SxS adventures, or snowmobiling. Campfires that burn late into the night under a sky bursting with stars and the glowing Milky Way. Hunting, exploring, and four-wheeling through hundreds of acres of pristine Northern Michigan wilderness. Just a few miles north and west (as the eagle flies) to East Lake or Fife Lake for boating, swimming, and all your favorite water sports including fishing or a little further down the road, Fife Lake The custom home itself offers approximately 2,200+ sq ft of comfortable living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Highlights include a dramatic two-way fireplace shared between the dining room and living room, a walk-out basement, and a massive oversized pole barn fully equipped with a hoist, air compressor, and everything you need for projects, toys, or winter storage. A seller favorite is sipping morning coffee on the deck while listening to and watching wildlife. Casting a line for trophy trout, or roaring down snow-covered trails on your sled, this property delivers the ultimate Northern Michigan lifestyle — raw, peaceful, and unforgettable. A true rare find for the outdoor enthusiast who wants to live immersed in nature.

309 Oak Hill Road, Fife Lake
$284,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1943395 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
This welcoming Up North home sits tucked back on its full 10-acre hardwood parcel, giving you total privacy and room to roam. The home offers comfortable living space with big windows that frame the forest like a painting. Downstairs, the walkout basement opens right into the wilderness — perfect location for summer barbecues while entertaining family and friends. Out back you’ve got the real MVP: a huge pole barn with attached lean-to. Room for the boat, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, tractor, hunting gear — you name it. If it’s an Up North toy, it fits. Location? You’re literally minutes from Fife Lake and East Lake, both all-sports lakes where you can boat, ski, tube, fish, and swim to your heart’s content. Hunting, hiking, ATV trails, snowmobile routes — it’s all right out your door. This is the kind of spot people drive four hours north to find… and then never want to leave. Whether you’re looking for a full-time Up North home, weekend getaway, or that perfect hunting/fishing basecamp, this property checks every box. Outdoor enthusiast’s dream location — no kidding. Up North Michigan Real Estate — Where the good life still lives.

319 Lund Road, Fife Lake
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