Manistee River Real Estate

Manistee River Real Estate Homewaters, L.L.C. is a Real Estate Brokerage built to help anglers find their home waters.

Come and join us for the annual Cheese Cup put on by The Northern Angler this Saturday June 6th!Put on to raise funds fo...
06/01/2026

Come and join us for the annual Cheese Cup put on by The Northern Angler this Saturday June 6th!

Put on to raise funds for su***de prevention programming in Northern Michigan, it will be a day of fly fishing, fun, and remembrance. Fishing can start as early as 6:30am and will end by 2:30pm, followed by an after party at Earthen Ales in Traverse City.

For more rules and registration information, go here: https://thenorthernangler.com/pages/cheesecup

We hope to see you out on the water or at Earthen Ales in the afternoon!

Hey neighbors, Homey here! While sliding around the local riverbanks this week, I’ve spotted a few brand-new white-taile...
06/01/2026

Hey neighbors, Homey here! While sliding around the local riverbanks this week, I’ve spotted a few brand-new white-tailed deer fawns curled up in the tall grass.

If you stumble across one while hiking or in your backyard, your first instinct might be to help. But as your resident wildlife scout, my biggest piece of advice is: Leave it be! Here is what you need to know:

- Mom isn't far: Doe leave their fawns alone for hours at a time to look for food and avoid drawing predators to them.

- Built-in Camouflage: Fawns have virtually no scent and those white spots help them blend into the dappled sunlight. They are supposed to look abandoned—it’s their survival strategy!

- Look, don't touch: Human scent can attract predators or cause the mother stress.

If the fawn looks healthy and is quietly waiting, just snap a quick photo from a distance and keep moving. Mom will be back by dusk!

Enjoy these pictures sent in by some friends!

Homey's Field Notes: Opening Day looks a little different this year!While we’ve all been dreaming of that first cast, Mo...
04/22/2026

Homey's Field Notes: Opening Day looks a little different this year!

While we’ve all been dreaming of that first cast, Mother Nature had other plans. Most Northern Michigan banks are overflowing, and the currents are incredibly heavy. If you can’t see the bottom, don't wade in—it’s just not worth the risk. Stick to the high ground, check for road closures before you head out, and stay safe!

See you all on the 25th!

Help us congratulate our Agent of the Month, Shannon Chrisman! Success in real estate is about showing up every single d...
04/14/2026

Help us congratulate our Agent of the Month, Shannon Chrisman!

Success in real estate is about showing up every single day, and Shannon has done exactly that. Her consistent presence on social media has not only grown her business but has kept her clients better informed than ever.

Shannon is officially expanding her reach into the Four Lakes market! She’s spent the last few months diving deep into the restoration progress and community growth across the Four Lakes region, making her the perfect guide for anyone looking to plant roots in this beautiful area of Central Michigan.

The future of the Four Lakes is bright, and with Shannon in your corner, yours is too!

Big news! Our very own Sean McDonald has been nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Charter of the Year! This isn't just a wi...
04/13/2026

Big news!

Our very own Sean McDonald has been nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Charter of the Year! This isn't just a win for Sean; it’s a win for our whole community. Sean works tirelessly to provide the best experiences on the water, and now it’s our turn to show him some love!

You can vote ONCE PER DAY until the polls close. Let's put Northern Michigan on the map!

Vote here: https://bit.ly/4suWJJ8

Homey’s Field Notes: The First Bloom 🌸Before the trees even have leaves, the forest floor in Northern Michigan is waking...
04/06/2026

Homey’s Field Notes: The First Bloom 🌸

Before the trees even have leaves, the forest floor in Northern Michigan is waking up! Homey is out spotting Spring Ephemerals, those tiny, brave wildflowers like Trillium and Bloodroot that only last for a few weeks.

Homey’s Tip: If you’re out hiking the local trails this weekend, stay on the path! These flowers are fragile and provide the very first food for our local pollinators.

Pro-Tip for Buyers: Looking for a wooded lot? This is the best time of year to see the true topography of a property before the "green wall" of summer hides the views!

Your front row seat to the Little Manistee River. There’s nothing quite like the sound of a rushing river to clear your ...
04/06/2026

Your front row seat to the Little Manistee River.

There’s nothing quite like the sound of a rushing river to clear your head. Sean just listed this incredible 2.1-acre property on the Little Manistee, and at $149,000 with 205 feet of frontage, it’s the perfect canvas for your future cabin or weekend basecamp.

Whether you’re an avid angler or just looking for a quiet slice of Michigan wilderness, this is the one for you.

Don’t let this one flow away! Give Sean a call today!

View the property here: https://bit.ly/4c5cKPR

Don't leave your move to an "average" agent. According to 2025 NAR statistics, HomeWaters agents outperform the field:✅ ...
03/24/2026

Don't leave your move to an "average" agent. According to 2025 NAR statistics, HomeWaters agents outperform the field:

✅ 22 Sides of Business (vs. the 10-side average)
✅ $6.75M in Sales (vs. the $2.5M average)
✅ 17.7 Years in Business (vs. the 11-year average)

More experience. More sales. More success for our clients. That’s the HomeWaters difference.

Homey’s Field Notes: The Great Thaw 🧊In the Northern Lower Peninsula, "Spring" is a verb! We are officially on Ice-Out W...
03/23/2026

Homey’s Field Notes: The Great Thaw 🧊

In the Northern Lower Peninsula, "Spring" is a verb! We are officially on Ice-Out Watch. As the ice begins to pull away from the shorelines of our favorite inland lakes, Homey has a few reminders:

Piers & Docks: Now is the time to schedule your dock installations! The early bird gets the best spot on the water.

Shoreline Protection: High water levels during the thaw can cause erosion. If you’re a waterfront owner, check your rip-rap and natural barriers now.

Safety First: The ice is "honeycombed" and unstable. Keep the pups and kiddos back from the shelf until the water is clear!

Watching the blue return to the horizon is our favorite part of the 20-year tradition here at HomeWaters.

Big news! As we celebrate 20 years of serving our communities, we’re introducing a new member of the team: Homey the Ott...
03/19/2026

Big news! As we celebrate 20 years of serving our communities, we’re introducing a new member of the team: Homey the Otter!

To kick off our anniversary year, we’re launching our Agent of the Month program. We are thrilled to crown Michelle Millikin as our very first honoree. Michelle truly dominated the Grayling real estate market this off-season, proving that there’s never a "slow" time when you have the right expert in your corner.

Whether you're looking to buy or sell in Grayling, Michelle’s dedication is exactly what you need. Help us congratulate her in the comments!

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