281 E Wilson Drive, Idlewild, MI 49642 (MLS# 26029789)

281 E Wilson Drive, Idlewild, MI 49642

New Listing

$79,095

North facing Wilson Dr frontage exterior with deck and retractable awning.

Virtual Tour

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/wmlar/26029789

Property is outlined in blue. Note the proximity to Paradise lake. Public access boat launch across the street.

E. Decatur Ave frontage South facing forested land.

Spacious inviting open concept Living Room dining and Kitchen with Island.

Built in china cabinet with glass upper doors and a mirrored back splash generous storage.

Primary suite with walk-in closet and ensuite bath

Ensuite bath with soaking tub, and vanity.

Hallway to 2nd and 3rd bedrooms and full bath

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 798 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,375 Status: Active

Current Price: $79,095 List Date: 6/16/2026 Last Modified: 6/18/2026

Overview

Description

Discover your piece of history at 281 E. Wilson Dr, Idlewild, MI! Nestled in the heart of the historic and culturally significant community of Idlewild, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of a legendary American landscape. A special place: the ''Black Eden,'' legacy Idlewild is not just a location; it is a profound piece of history. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this enduring story. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or a home with deep cultural roots, this property provides the perfect backdrop. Schedule your showing today to experience the magic of Idlewild for yourself.

Listing Details MLS# 26029789

Location Property Info

County: Lake
Street #: 281
Street Direction: E
Street Name: Wilson
Suffix: Drive
State: MI
Zip Code: 49642
Zip (4): 9724

General Property Info

New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.15
Lot Square Footage: 6375
Lot Dimensions: 29ft x 99.7ft x 176ft x187.3
Year Built: 2001
Road Frontage: 392.3
Garage Y/N: No
Fireplace: No
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 7
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 798
SqFt Above Grade: 798
Building Total SqFt: 798
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: Yes
School District: Baldwin
Elementary School: Baldwin Elementary School
Middle School: Baldwin Junior High School
High School: Baldwin Senior High School
Association YN: No
Waterfront: No
Total Fireplaces: 0
Basement: No
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 0
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 0
# of Outbuildings: 0

Tax Info

Tax ID #: 15-730-024-01
Taxable Value: 16376
SEV: 23500
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 774
Tax Year: 2025
Spec Assessment & Type: none
Zoning: Residential
Homestead %: 0

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N: No

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

More Information

Upper Rooms

Total Baths Above Grade: 2

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms: 3
Main Full Baths: 2
Main Level SQFT: 798

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets: S. Tampa and Paradise Path
Property Sub-Type: Manufactured Home
Municipality: Yates Twp

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 99.12
Ownership Type: Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks: Discover your piece of history at 281 E. Wilson Dr, Idlewild, MI! Nestled in the heart of the historic and culturally significant community of Idlewild, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of a legendary American landscape. A special place: the ''Black Eden,'' legacy Idlewild is not just a location; it is a profound piece of history. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this enduring story. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or a home with deep cultural roots, this property provides the perfect backdrop. Schedule your showing today to experience the magic of Idlewild for yourself.
Legal: LOTS 24 TO 27 INC BLK 20 WILSONS PARADISE GARDEN and LOT 23 BLK 20 WILSONS PARADISE GARDEN

Water Type

Lake: Yes

Water Fea. Amenities

All Sports: Yes
Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes

Lot Description

Corner Lot: Yes

Street Type

Dirt: Yes
Paved: Yes
Public: Yes

Util Avail at Street

Cable Available: Yes
Electricity Available: Yes
High Speed Internet: Yes
Natural Gas Available: Yes
Phone Available: Yes

Utilities Attached

Natural Gas Connected: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Water

Well: Yes

Terms Available

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
FHA: Yes
MSHDA: Yes
Rural Development: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown: Yes

Laundry Features

Gas Dryer Hookup: Yes
Laundry Closet: Yes
Main Level: Yes
Washer Hookup: Yes

Exterior Material

Block: Yes
Vinyl Siding: Yes

Roofing

Shingle: Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas: Yes

Sale Conditions

None: Yes

Heat Type

Forced Air: Yes

Air Conditioning

Wall Unit(s): Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT: 0
Total Lower SQFT: 0

Manufactured Details

HUD: Yes
Permanently Affixed: Yes
Single Section: Yes
Titled: Yes
With Land: Yes

Driveway

Unpaved: Yes

Substructure

Crawl Space: Yes

Windows

Insulated Windows: Yes
Screens: Yes

Kitchen Features

Center Island: Yes
Eating Area: Yes

Additional Items

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Ensuite: Yes
Vaulted Ceilings: Yes
Window Treatments: Yes

Appliances

Dryer: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Range: Yes
Washer: Yes

Water Heater

Natural Gas: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Covered: Yes
Deck: Yes

Flooring

Carpet: Yes
Linoleum: Yes

Security Features

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s): Yes
Smoke Detector(s): Yes

Architectural Style

Ranch: Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow: Yes
Close Plus 2 Days: Yes

Property Features

Water Type: Lake Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Closet; Main Level; Washer Hookup Manufactured Details: HUD; Permanently Affixed; Single Section; Titled; With Land Exterior Material: Block; Vinyl Siding Roofing: Shingle Windows: Insulated Windows; Screens Substructure: Crawl Space Lot Description: Corner Lot Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Well Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; Electricity Available; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Available; Phone Available Kitchen Features: Center Island; Eating Area Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s); Ensuite; Vaulted Ceilings; Window Treatments Appliances: Dryer; Microwave; Range; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Forced Air Air Conditioning: Wall Unit(s) Water Heater: Natural Gas Flooring: Carpet; Linoleum Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Deck Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Smoke Detector(s) Architectural Style: Ranch Driveway: Unpaved Street Type: Dirt; Paved; Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; MSHDA; Rural Development; VA Loan Possession: Close Of Escrow; Close Plus 2 Days Sale Conditions: None

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width	Level
Primary Bedroom	14.00	14.00	Main
Primary Bathroom	8.00	14.00	Main
Kitchen	14.00	14.00	Main
Living Room	14.00	14.00	Main
Bathroom 2	7.71	4.46	Main
Bedroom 2	11.12	8.00	Main
Bedroom 3	8.50	14.00	Main

Documents

Seller's Disclosure ›

Listing Office: TLK Real Estate Inc.

Listing Agent: Frank E. Cargle

Last Updated: June - 18 - 2026

The data relating to real estate on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of the MLS of MICHRIC , and site contains live data. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.