$521,000
SOLD JUL 17, 2025

1296 W Nielsen Rd Sanford, MI 48657

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,484 Sq Ft
25 Acres

Recently Sold

$210 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 25 Acre Lot
  • Pond
  • Ranch Style House
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to your own private retreat—this exceptional property sits on 25 pristine wooded acres, offering a rare combination of natural beauty, modern comfort, and versatile functionality. Meandering trails wind through mature trees, perfect for hiking, wildlife watching, or simply enjoying the peace and quiet of nature. At the heart of the land is a large, picturesque pond that adds to the tranquil setting. The home itself is warm and inviting, featuring three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms. An updated kitchen boasts modern appliances and finishes, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The finished basement offers additional living space, perfect for a family room, home office, or guest quarters. A unique highlight of the home is its wood-burning furnace, which is integrated into the regular heating system, providing an efficient and cost-effective heating alternative during the colder months. Outside, the amenities continue with an extra-large pole barn equipped with four access doors—two of which are oversized—making it ideal for storing campers, boats, tractors, or other large equipment. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, hobby farmer, or someone simply seeking a peaceful lifestyle with room to roam, this one-of-a-kind property delivers on all fronts. Enjoy the best of both worlds: a private, nature-filled escape just a short drive from town amenities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Decker

Ayre Rhinehart Real Estate Partners License #mbr-6501419057 Listed on: 06/11/2025

Ayre Rhinehart Real Estate Partners

Last Buyer's Agent

Judi Hughes

Modern Realty License #MBR-6501379288

Modern Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 829x1320
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Workshop

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near a pond
  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Pole Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 080-022-300-400-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,921

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: Midland Board of REALTORS
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Structure Style: 1 Story
  • Total Tax Amount: 3920.93
  • Total Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Mail City: Sanford
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Basement Fireplace, Gas Fireplace, Wood Burning
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 15 x 13
  • Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 11
  • Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 10 x 10
  • Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Main
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Main
  • Room Types: Utility/Laundry Room, Workshop, Primary Bdrm Suite, Primarybdrm Lavatory
  • Breakfast Nook: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 9 x 7
  • Breakfast Nook Floor Covering: Wood
  • Dining Room: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 8
  • Dining Room Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Kitchen: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 11 x 12
  • Kitchen Floor Covering: Wood
  • Laundry: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 10 x 7
  • Laundry Room Floor Covering: Wood
  • Living Room: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 20 x 15
  • Living Room Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1660
  • Finished Below Grade Sq Ft: 824
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1660
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2484

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Pond
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Frontage: 829
  • Lake Name: Pond
  • Water Features: Pond
  • Out Buildings: Pole Barn
  • Frontage Type: Road

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: 2 Spaces, Garage
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Wood
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Tankless Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central A/C

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 080-022-300-400-00
  • Lot Description: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Treed
  • Lot Dimensions: 829x1320
  • Acreage: 25
  • Geo Subdivision: MI
  • Site/Lot Features: Wooded

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $1,265.94
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $2,654.99
  • Total Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $3,920.93

MLS Schools

  • School District: Meridian Public Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2025
Closed on
Jul 17, 2025
Sold by
Sharpe Family Trust and Sharpe Steven R
Bought by
Hummelle Dale and Hummelle Barbara Ellen
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Decker
Ayre Rhinehart Real Estate Partners
Buyer's Agent
Judi Hughes
Modern Realty
List Price
$498,000
Sold Price
$521,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,000
4.62%
Views
48

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-96.39%
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Outstanding Balance
$325,000
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$131,199

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1984
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $521,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $15,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $325,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Sold $521,000 +4.6% $210 / Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $498,000 -- $200 / Sq Ft
Source: Midland Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,921 $163,700 $0 $0
2024 $1,266 $154,200 $0 $0
2023 $1,206 $138,300 $0 $0
2022 $3,564 $124,900 $0 $0
2021 $3,390 $120,400 $0 $0
2020 $3,361 $119,200 $0 $0
2019 $3,252 $113,000 $113,000 $0
2018 $3,230 $113,100 $113,100 $0
2017 $0 $114,600 $114,600 $0
2016 $2,873 $111,300 $111,300 $0
2014 -- $110,800 $110,800 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midland Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 50177921

Midland Board of REALTORS®

APN: 080-022-300-400-00