Set along the scenic Laughing Whitefish River, this spacious riverfront residence offers privacy, comfort, and versatile living options in a peaceful natural setting. The main home features two bedrooms and three full bathrooms, along with a large open-concept living and kitchen area ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Two storage closets add practical convenience to the main floor layout. The lower level provides excellent guest accommodations, offering a utility room with washer and dryer, plus two private suite-style rooms, each with two beds, one bathroom, and a full kitchen—perfect for extended family, guests, or multi-generational living. The entire residence is heated by a propane hot water heating system, providing reliable comfort year-round. Also included is a second home on the property offering approximately 912 square feet, ideal for guests, family members, or caretaker housing. Outdoor living is enhanced by a separate screened-in river room outbuilding featuring a large picture window with peaceful river views—an ideal place to relax, dine, or enjoy the natural surroundings in any season. Additional structures include a pole barn and a storage shed, offering ample space for vehicles, equipment, and recreational gear. With river frontage and a tranquil setting, this unique residential property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a private retreat with flexible living space and room to embrace the outdoors.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (8/28)
$585,000
8285 Peter White Rd, Deerton, MI 49822
6beds
2,610sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
31.8 Acres Lot
$753,300 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious riverfront residenceTwo storage closets
- 252 days
- 409
- 23
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
TERRY HUFFMAN 906-360-2505,
RE/MAX 1ST REALTY 906-225-1136
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50196349
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 9 x 16
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Bathroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Heating
- Hot Water, Propane
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Other
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,610
- Total interior livable area: 2,610 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,610
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural View
- Waterfront features: River Front, Waterfront
- Body of water: Laughing Whitefish River
- Frontage length: 1460
Lot
- Size: 31.8 Acres
- Features: Rural, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Garage(s), Guest House, Other
- Parcel number: 0200722200800
- Special conditions: Private,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: No
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Deerton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Date on market: 12/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 255 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Conventional Blend
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$753,300
$716,000 - $791,000
$3,173/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Price change | $585,000-1.7%$224/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $595,000-14.4%$228/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $695,000-12.6%$266/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $795,000+9.7%$305/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $725,000-3.3%$278/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Price change | $750,000-9.1%$287/sqft |
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| 12/19/2025 | Price change | $825,000+10%$316/sqft |
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| 12/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000$287/sqft |
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