$498,000

1296 W Nielsen Rd Sanford, MI 48657

Estimated payment $2,888/month

Total Views 399
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,484 Sq Ft
$200 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • 25 Acre Lot
  • Pond
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

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 Listed By

Jennifer Decker

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

Ayre Rhinehart Real Estate Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 664x1320
  • 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

$1,266

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: Midland Board of REALTORS
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Structure Style: 1 Story
  • 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: 664x1320
  • 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

Map

Range of Values:

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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
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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $498,000 -- $200 / Sq Ft
Source: Midland Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $15,500 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midland Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 50177921

Midland Board of REALTORS®

APN: 080-022-300-400-00