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$1,285,000
Hastings, MI 49058
MLS# 25051999
3 beds | 2 baths | 1620 sqft
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Property Description
Welcome to 2255 River Road — a truly unique and secluded recreational property located near the city Hastings in Barry County, Michigan. This remarkable, one-of-a-kind tract of land offers a rare combination of natural beauty, income potential, and exceptional outdoor recreation, all nestled along one full mile of pristine Thornapple River frontage. Set on a diverse landscape, the property features approximately 30 acres of farmland currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), providing both annual income and enhanced habitat for upland birds and deer. The terrain is comprised of a mix of rolling hills, wooded ridges, and fertile bottomlands, with a blend of hardwoods and evergreens including oak, cherry, hickory, towering pine, and sugar maple. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundant wildlife and habitat diversity, with food plots, surrounding large tracts of active agricultural production, a wildlife pond, flooded timber, and thick swamplands...
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Location Property Info
County: Barry
Street #: 2255
Street Name: River
Suffix: Road
State: MI
Zip Code: 49058
Zip (4): 7839
Area: Greater Kalamazoo - K
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Price: $1,285,000
Current Price: $1,285,000
Listing Date: 2025-10-09
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 93.6
Lot Square Footage: 4077216
Lot Dimensions: Irreg. Metes & Bounds Desc.
Year Built: 1998
Road Frontage: 47.4
Garage Y/N: No
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 6
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1620
SqFt Above Grade: 1620
Building Total SqFt: 1620
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: 1
School District: Hastings
Association YN: No
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: Thornapple River
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: Thornapple River
Tax Info
Tax ID #: 06-022-019-00
Taxable Value: 141580
SEV: 237100
For Tax Year: 2024
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 3444.99
Tax Year: 2024
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: None
Remarks Misc
Directions: From Hastings: East State Street/Nashville Road to River Road. Head east on River Road. Driveway begins immediately to the north on the east side of the bridge.
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 5280
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Total Baths Above Grade: 2
Main Rooms
Main Bedrooms: 3
Main Full Baths: 2
Main Level SQFT: 1680
Property Features
Water Type: Pond; River; Stream/Creek
Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level
Manufactured Details: Titled
Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
Roofing: Composition
Windows: Insulated Windows; Screens; Skylight(s)
Substructure: Crawl Space
Lot Description: Level; Ravine; Recreational; Rolling Hills; Tillable; Wetland Area; Wooded
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Private Water
Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available; High Speed Internet; Phone Available
Fireplace: Gas Log; Living Room
Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); LP Tank Rented
Appliances: Dishwasher; Range; Refrigerator
Heat Source: Propane
Heat Type: Forced Air
Water Heater: Electric
Flooring: Carpet; Vinyl
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Architectural Style: Ranch
Driveway: Gravel
Street Type: Paved; Public
Mineral Rights: Yes
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Possession: Negotiable
Sale Conditions: None
Supplements
supports a healthy population of white-tailed deer, pheasant, turkey, geese, ducks and more. The flooded timber serves as a natural nesting ground for birds, while the sandy-bottom Thornapple River offers easy wading and excellent fishing for walleye, northern pike, bass, and bluegill.
The property includes a comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home and a spacious pole barn, perfect for storing recreational equipment and gear. A private ½-mile driveway winds through the property, with buried utilities to maintain views and reduce outages. Cellular/satellite internet service is also available.
Surrounded by large tracts of active farmland and accessible riverbanks, this property offers a rare opportunity to own a true riverfront retreat with income-producing potential and endless recreation possibilities.
Highlights:
" 1 mile of Thornapple River frontage along the west boundary
" 30 acres in CRP with annual income
" 3-bed, 2-bath manufactured home
" Pole barn for storage or equipment
" Hunt stands and food plots in place
" The Thornapple River is a high-quality fishery
" Miles of kayaking and boating opportunities
" Scenic topography with diverse timber
" Secluded ½-mile private driveway
" Buried utilities & cellular internet options
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a legacy property in Southwest Michigan.
Listing Office: Michigan Lifestyle Properties / Gull Lake Realty
Listing Agent: RJ Johnson
Last Updated: November - 10 - 2025
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