Experience the Ultimate Lakefront Escape on Portage Lake in Dexter Township!
Just a short drive from downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan, this serene getaway offers the perfect blend of peaceful waterfront living and city convenience. Brighton is also just a quick drive away.
This rare gem offers the best of both worlds: 300 feet of shared shoreline, your own private boat slip, and instant access to the entire Huron River Chain of Lakes—without the noise, crowds, or chaos of typical waterfront living. Set on a private, wooded 1.57-acre lot, this custom-designed home balances luxurious comfort with natural serenity, all just a short stroll or golf cart ride from the water's edge. Why settle for one lake when you can enjoy nine? Spend the day exploring the river, stopping along the way for pizza, snacks, or ice creamor stay close to home and play on Portage Lake, the deepest and largest in the chain. Whether you crave adventure or peace and quiet, you'll find it here, surrounded by nature and connected to endless waterway experiences.
Custom built in 2016 by Main Street Homes and designed by Bradley Moore & Associates, the home offers over 4,000 square feet of thoughtfully crafted living space. A dramatic great room with a stone fireplace and exposed beams opens to a chef's kitchen filled with high-end appliances, along with formal and casual dining areasperfect for entertaining friends or relaxing with family.
The main-level owner's suite is a private sanctuary, featuring a spa-like bath and walk-in closet. The walkout lower level expands your living space with a full home theater, wet bar, gym, rec room, and two additional bedrooms. A flexible bonus room can serve as a fifth bedroom, home office, or creative studio, giving you room to live and grow.
Outside, enjoy your own resort-style retreat with a cedar-screened porch and stone fireplace, expansive Trex decking, a fire pit, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Two garages offer five bays, EV-ready infrastructure, and a heated lower-level workshopideal for hobbies, storage, or extra vehicles.
A full-house generator, zoned HVAC, and advanced home automation and security systems ensure year-round comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind. Portage Lake's best-kept secret is ready to welcome youwhere lake life, luxury, and location come together effortlessly.
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$1,899,000
8680 Dexter Pinckney Rd, Pinckney, MI 48169
4beds
4,011sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2016
1.67 Acres Lot
$1,768,900 Zestimate®
$473/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
Fire pitPrivate boat slipBeautifully landscaped groundsRec roomResort-style retreatFull home theaterCedar-screened porch
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 03, 2025 at 08:46am
Listed by:
Lisa Hall 734-263-7767,
Real Estate One Inc 248-723-0055
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25025830

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 16.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 9.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 13.00
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 6.00
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 6.00
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 105
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 7.00
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Exercise room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 342
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 19.00
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 900
- Dimensions: 30.00 x 30.00
Great room
- Level: Main
- Area: 420
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 21.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 500
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 20.00
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 16.00
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Wood
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Iron Water FIlter, Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar, Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Wood Burning, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,704
- Total interior livable area: 4,011 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Garage spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Rocker Light Switches, 42 in or + Hallway, Accessible Mn Flr Bedroom, Accessible Mn Flr Full Bath, Covered Entrance, Grab Bar Mn Flr Bath, Lever Door Handles, Low Threshold Shower
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Scrn Porch
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Portage Lake
Lot
- Size: 1.67 Acres
- Dimensions: 173 x 362 x 145 x 268
- Features: Wooded, Site Condo, Ground Cover, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Parcel number: D0412101004
- Zoning description: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2016
Details
- Builder name: Designed by Bradley Moore, this custom home was built by award-winning Main Street Homes.
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Low Flow Toilets
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: 24 Hour Security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s), Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Trail(s)
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $500 annually
Location
- Region: Pinckney
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $473/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $409,984
- Annual tax amount: $14,878
- Date on market: 6/3/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
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