This SOLID little river cottage might be one of the coolest hidden properties in Livingston County. Why travel hours Up North when you can vacation, recreate, hunt and
enjoy Nature in nearby Livingston County. Tucked down near the banks of the Shiawassee River, this 2-bedroom, 840 sq. ft. year-round cottage sits on a stunning 12 acres of rolling wooded hills. Even better… the land is bordered on three sides by the Oak Grove State Game Area, giving you thousands of acres of wilderness right out your back door. Imagine what this place could become: A restored riverside Airbnb, Your legendary deer camp, A quiet weekend escape from the city, Or the perfect retirement hideaway. Property highlights:• 12 wooded acres,• Nearly 990 feet of private river frontage• Massive wooded hills & mature trees• Wildlife everywhere• 12 paved miles north of Howell• Easy access to I96, US23, and I69 Xways. Spring crocuses are already popping up in the woods and the fish are starting to jump in the river.
Places like this don’t come around often. See Land Listing at MLS 20261015925 BATVAI. Please contact listing agents for showing instructions. Aged seller requires 60 days occupancy . Include the following in your offers;
{ THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS-IS WITHOUT WARRANTY AND SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO LEAVE ANY PERSONAL PROPERTY ON THE PREMISES (INSIDE OR OUTSIDE). THE HOME WILL NOT BE BROOM CLEANED AND ITEMS ON THE LAND OUTSIDE WILL BE LEFT SUBSTANTIALLY AS-IS. THE HOME IS IN OR NEAR A FLOOD PLAIN.} THE SELLER REPORTS THE WATER LEVEL HAS NEVER RISEN ABOVE THE FOUNDATION OF THE STRUCTURE DURING THE TERM OF HIS MOTHERS OWNERSHIP (MID 1950s TO PRESENT). DURING THE LAST 100 YEAR RAIN (APRIL 18,1975), THE WATER DID NOT REACH THE TOP OF THE FOUNDATION. To make an appointment to show contact Dan or Margaret and we will help you arrange a showing.
*** Message us if you want to see it before everyone else does. See Land Listing at MLS 20261015925
For sale
$299,000
2555 E Cohoctah Rd, Howell, MI 48855
2beds
840sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
12 Acres Lot
$295,000 Zestimate®
$356/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wildlife everywhere
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 14, 2026 at 08:28am
Listed by:
Daniel M Davenport 810-599-2141,
RE/MAX Platinum 810-227-4600,
Margaret Lauinger 517-304-2476,
RE/MAX Platinum
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261015077
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 X 12
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 28
- Dimensions: 4 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 X 7
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 230
- Dimensions: 10 X 23
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 8 X 15
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7 X 7
Heating
- Other Heating Source, Propane, Space Heater, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave
- Laundry: None
Features
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 840
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Pool features: None
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Direct Water Frontage
- Body of water: Shiawassee River
Lot
- Size: 12 Acres
- Dimensions: 583 x 653 x 561 x 990
- Features: Adjacentto Public Land, Hilly Ravine, Water View, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 0306400005
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asphalt, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Michigan Basement, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Howell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $356/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $47,130
- Annual tax amount: $1,173
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$295,000
$280,000 - $310,000
$1,596/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000$356/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $106,400 +6.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $99,900 +5.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $94,500 +13.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $83,500 +3.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $81,000 +3.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $78,400 +1.7% |
| 2019 | $936 +68.1% | $77,100 +13% |
| 2018 | $557 | $68,200 +1.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $67,412 +8.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $62,088 +17.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $52,679 +3.5% |
| 2012 | $638 | $50,883 -4.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $53,164 -7.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $57,728 -25.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $77,590 -5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $81,719 |
| 2007 | $285 +17.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $241 -39.4% | $78,098 +6.1% |
| 2005 | $398 -12.4% | $73,582 +2% |
| 2003 | $454 | $72,114 +25.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $57,257 +13.6% |
| 2001 | $459 +1% | $50,386 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $454 | $47,364 |
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Est. payment
$1,746/mo
Principal & interest
$1497
Property taxes
$249
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48855
Nearby schools
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- 6/10Byron Area Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.5 mi
- 5/10Byron Area Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 5/10Byron Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
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