Manton Real Estate

Manton Real Estate

Welcome to Manton, Michigan—a charming small town that perfectly blends the tranquility of rural life with the warmth of a close-knit community. Nestled in the heart of Wexford County, Manton is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

With a population of just over 1,500 residents, Manton exudes a welcoming atmosphere where neighbors become friends. The town is rich in history, with roots dating back to the late 19th century, and it boasts a quaint downtown filled with local shops, cafes, and essential services. You'll find that Manton's community spirit shines through in its various events and festivals throughout the year, bringing residents together to celebrate their shared love for this delightful town.

Nature lovers will appreciate Manton's proximity to numerous lakes, rivers, and state forests, offering endless opportunities for fishing, hiking, and camping. The nearby Manistee National Forest is a favorite spot for those who enjoy exploring the great outdoors, while the scenic trails are perfect for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling during the winter months.

Manton is also conveniently located near larger cities like Cadillac and Traverse City, providing residents with easy access to additional amenities, shopping, and entertainment options. Whether you're looking for a place to raise a family, retire, or simply enjoy a slower pace of life, Manton offers a unique blend of community charm and natural beauty that is hard to resist. Come discover the magic of Manton, where every day feels like a breath of fresh air.

Newest Listings in Manton

$114,900
1950441 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
If you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of town, this 23.43-acre parcel is ready for you. Set south of Kingsley, equidistant to both Traverse City and Cadillac, this parcel offers a break from constant traffic and light pollution. At night it plays host to blissfully dark skies, offering unbeatable views of the cosmos. With only 320' of road frontage and a shape that opens from there, it offers excellent privacy from the road. It's great as an estate parcel for your dream home, and also offers a great place to hunt.

23.43 acres N 35 Road, Manton
$359,900
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1950402 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A rare find in Manton—10 wooded acres, a beautifully renovated home, and the outbuildings to make your country-living dreams a reality! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home has been renovated from top to bottom and offers the perfect blend of comfortable living, outdoor recreation, and room for your hobbies. The inviting open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area is ideal for everyday living and entertaining, featuring a farmhouse sink and butcher block countertops. The full walkout basement provides additional living space, two nonconforming bedrooms without egress windows, and a laundry/mechanical room. Step outside to a concrete patio, or enjoy grilling and relaxing on the spacious back deck. A smaller front deck offers another place to take in the peaceful surroundings. The seller has created an awesome outdoor entertaining area with a rough-sawn lumber bar and firepit ring—perfect for gathering with friends and family after a day outdoors. The impressive 40x70 pole barn with a 20-foot lean-to offers tremendous space and height for equipment, storage, or a workshop, with one garage bay insulated and lined with steel. A separate 30x40 farm barn provides additional possibilities for livestock and hobby-farm use. Explore the property's established trail system and food plots, making this an ideal setting for hunting, wildlife watching, and enjoying the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a hobby farm, a recreational retreat, or a year-round home with room to spread out, this property offers an exceptional combination of acreage, improvements, and versatility. Come experience everything 7181 E 12 Road has to offer!

7181 E 12 Road, Manton
$385,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1950370 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
11.14 acres of hardwoods and evergreens, 8226 Buttermilk Lane is for the buyer who wants more than a house. They want room to breathe, space to explore, and a property that feels like an escape every time they come home. With approximately 900 feet of private frontage along Buttermilk Creek, this is the kind of setting that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Inside, more than 2,700 finished square feet offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths across a warm, inviting floor plan. Natural wood throughout gives the home an authentic Northern Michigan character, complemented by cathedral ceilings, a fireplace, granite kitchen countertops, island kitchen, pantry and mudroom. The finished walkout lower level adds flexible living space, while the attached two-car garage and workshop provide room for projects, gear and everyday life. But the real story is outside. Walk the woods. Follow the creek. Plant a garden. Bring the RV. Create trails. Add an outbuilding. Horses are allowed, and with more than 11 acres, there is space here to make the property your own. A covered porch and deck offer places to slow down and take in the quiet countryside setting. This isn't polished suburban living, and it isn't trying to be. It's privacy, acreage, water and the warmth of a true Northern Michigan home, all in one remarkable property. If you've been waiting for more land, more freedom and a little less noise, this may be the one.

8226 Buttermilk Lane, Manton
$279,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1950254 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Enjoy the convenience of a ranch home on the edge of town, set on 1.4 acres with room to relax, play, and make the space your own. This home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and large full bathroom. The kitchen, dining area, and living room flow together in an open floor plan, creating an inviting main living space with a slider that opens to the backyard. A pantry and bar seating add function to the kitchen. The main-floor laundry and mudroom are located just off the garage for easy everyday access. The full unfinished basement is plumbed for a future bath, giving you flexibility to design additional living, storage, or recreation space. Outside, the yard provides a great space for family, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing, with room for additional buildings if needed. All of this is conveniently located for commuting, with easy access to M-42 and US-131.

100 Sturtevant Street, Manton
$241,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1950217 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled back in the hardwoods on 5 beautiful acres, this private Northern Michigan retreat is conveniently located between Manton and Lake City on a publicly maintained blacktop road. Wind your way up the drive where this inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits peacefully at the top of the hill, surrounded by mature hardwoods and nature. A covered porch welcomes you into a convenient mudroom with a newly added half bath and dedicated laundry area. The updated kitchen and dining area flow into the comfortable living room, where a wood-burning stove creates the perfect place to cozy up on a cool Northern Michigan evening. Two bedrooms, an updated full bath, and a beautiful three-season porch complete the home—the perfect spot for morning coffee, a book, or simply enjoying the peaceful wooded setting. Recently, the sellers have completed extensive updates giving this home a fresh, move-in-ready feel! Improvements include all new windows and doors, new locks luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint and trim throughout, new lighting and fixtures, updated kitchen cupboards, an updated full bath, plus the addition of a half bath and dedicated laundry area. Major mechanical improvements include a new furnace, new hot water heater, and new propane tank. Outside is where the Up North lifestyle really comes together. If you love to garden, the large fenced garden tucked into an opening in the hardwoods could be a gardener’s dream, with a convenient lean-to for storing garden supplies, firewood, and outdoor equipment. The property is serviced by a 4-inch well and also features a 3-stall garage. Need room for hobbies, projects, equipment, or all your Up North toys? The impressive 50x30 pole barn offers a concrete floors, electric, water, 220 service, and a dedicated work counters. There is plenty of room for storage while still having space to work on projects and hobbies. Private, peaceful, and move-in ready, this property has the acreage, outbuildings, in a hardwood setting.

8299 W Walker Road, Manton
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1950161 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to this well-maintained, move-in-ready home located on a corner lot in the cozy town of Manton. Inside, you'll find an expansive primary bedroom and a spacious family room with plenty of room to relax and gather. The home also features a one-stall garage and a large yard with plenty of space for kids, pets, or outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located just 10 miles from Cadillac and about 35 miles from Traverse City, this home offers small-town living while still being within easy reach of shopping, dining, and more. Buyer to verify all measurements.

713 S Maple, Manton
$350,200
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1950143 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
10 Acres Plus Pole Barn! Move-in ready, this 1192-square-foot country home in Manton offers a warm and inviting retreat on 10 acres of beautiful countryside and wooded land filled with mature evergreens. The 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features a low-maintenance steel roof, brand-new carpeting , and beautiful knotty pine paneling that creates a cozy cabin feel. The kitchen comes with brand-new appliances, including a range, microwave, and dishwasher. Exterior highlights include a large deck and a bright sun porch area perfect for enjoying countryside views of your private acreage, which adjoins state land. A large 1200 sq ft pole building provides ample space for a workshop, vehicles or outdoor equipment; all while putting you minutes away from local snowmobile trails, prime hunting grounds, and ORV recreational areas. This is a Fannie Mae Homepath Property.

8055 N 41 Road, Manton
$239,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1949911 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled home. From top to bottom, end to end, inside and out, this home has been completely renovated! New metal roof, new siding, new windows, new plumbing, new electrical! Whew! The list keeps going! Step inside to a lovely entryway with plenty of space for all of those coats and shoes and backpacks. The new kitchen waits to greet you after a long day, where making dinner is a joy because you won't want to leave the hub of the home! At the front of the home is a year round use room, you choose its purpose! The main floor gives us warm oak hardwood flooring, a main floor bedroom, and a full bathroom with laundry. Upstairs, the newly carpeted stairs bring you to two more bedrooms and another full bath. Back outside, this large corner lot gives ample yard space for parking or playing, while the one car garage provides storage!

220 First Street, Manton
$99,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1949710 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Motivated seller and priced to move! This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is now ready for its next chapter. The home offers 876sqft of living space and plenty of potential and a fantastic opportunity to add your personal touch and make this house your own. The layout features a master bedroom on the main floor with 1 bedroom and a loft upstairs. With a formal dining room, a large kitchen, see through fireplace and good bones. The roof was replaced in 2021. Outside the large yard (lot & a half) offers plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The setting is hard to beat - located right in town with the school right across the street and a new playground with splash pad 2 blocks away. Lake Billings is only 1/2 mile away. Conveniently located 15 minutes to Cadillac or 40 minutes to T.C. Whether your looking for a renovation project, investment opportunity, or an affordable home to update and make your own, this property offers a great opportunity in the heart of Manton.

612 S Michigan Avenue, Manton
$271,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1949369 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
Welcome to a home filled with charm, character, and thoughtful updates! The spacious kitchen is sure to impress, featuring beautiful cabinetry, gorgeous granite countertops, and professional-grade appliances. Refinished oak hardwood floors add warmth and timeless appeal throughout the home. The main level offers two comfortable bedrooms, a full bathroom, and inviting living and dining spaces perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms along with another spacious bathroom, providing plenty of room for family and guests. The bright and cheerful lower level offers even more living space, with plenty of room for entertaining, an office that could also serve as a 5th bedroom, a laundry room, and an additional bathroom. This move-in-ready home also features natural gas, high-speed internet, a paved road, and a convenient location within walking distance to downtown and the school. A new roof installed in 2023 and a nice-sized yard complete this wonderful package. With plenty of space, beautiful finishes, and an unbeatable location, this home is ready for its next chapter!

510 W Main, Manton
$349,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1949363 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
Discover your own Northern Michigan retreat on just over 11 beautiful acres with gorgeous views, privacy and recreation right outside your door! This charming 2-bedroom cabin has just been completely re-stained and features numerous updates since sellers purchased, including a metal roof and new windows, furnace, and storm doors. Stay connected while enjoying the country setting with Spectrum fiber optic service. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the opportunity to hike and hunt right on the property, with nearby snowmobile trails adding even more four-season fun. Although located on a seasonal road, neighbors on both sides are year-round residents and the road is consistently plowed throughout the winter. A major highlight is the impressive 40' x 48' barn built in 2020, featuring 16' ceilings and a 30-amp RV hookup which is ideal for storing recreational vehicles, boats, snowmobiles, equipment and all your Northern Michigan toys, with plenty of room for a workshop and parking. Some other features include blacktop driveway, patio, and fire pit. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, hunting property, recreational getaway or your own Up North escape, this is a property that fits the bill with its privacy and versatility!

7727 Loggers Drive, Manton
$227,500
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1949231 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
This updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse offers charm, comfort, and modern touches all nestled on 1.2 acres in Manton. A spacious eat-in kitchen features updated cabinetry, butcher block counters, and a large pantry area. The main floor includes a laundry room and a roomy primary suite with private bath — a rare find in homes of this era. Outside, enjoy mature trees, a peaceful country setting, and plenty of space for gardening, pets, or play. There's also a storage shed, firepit area, and decorative pond to round out the setting.

6531 N 35 Road, Manton
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