$80,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
900 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$89 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 1-Story Property
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of July 2025

Up North Escape with Trail Access – Saint Helen, MI. Looking for a cozy Up North furnished getaway with direct access to adventure? This well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath home in Saint Helen offers 900 square feet of comfortable living space, perfect as a year-round residence, seasonal retreat, or short-term rental. One of the original two bedrooms has been converted into a spacious laundry and utility room, offering extra storage and functionality. Recent updates include a new roof in 2024, and updated bathroom, and new front and rear decks—great for relaxing outdoors after a day on the trails. Got an RV? You’re all set with a dedicated 40-amp electrical hookup located conveniently at the front of the home. Enjoy the true Up North lifestyle—ride directly from your door to the area’s extensive ORV and snowmobile trail system. Whether you’re exploring miles of forest roads or zipping through the snow-covered backcountry, this home is ideally situated for outdoor enthusiasts. And when summer rolls around, the Saint Helen 4th of July fireworks show is close by — watch it from your backyard or stroll over for a front-row seat! Located near public land, Lake Saint Helen, and just minutes from town, this property gives you the best of recreation and convenience. Don’t miss this affordable opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of northern Michigan’s most trail-friendly communities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Dack

BENJAMIN REALTY License #6501412379 Listed on: 05/14/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Office

NON-MLS MEMBER OFFICE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $804

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x130
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 900 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$804

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1974
  • Construction: Frame
  • Section Number: 23
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1974

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer, Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Drywall
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 10x9
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Shared
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10x10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20x19.5
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 900
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 88.89
  • Range: R 1W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 900

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Covered Porch, Landscaped
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Number Of Acres: 0.18
  • Road: Public Maintained, Gravel
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Gas
  • Heating Cooling Types: Wall, Window Air Conditioner
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8x9, On Level: Main Floor
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Cable Internet
  • Water: Private Well

Schools

  • School District: Charlton Heston Academy

Lot Info

  • Land Features: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 60x130
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Subdivision
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

Tax Info

  • Taxable Value: 14366
  • Total Taxes: 803.78
  • Year Summer: 2024
  • Year Winter: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Charlton Heston Academy

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Sancrant Whitney
Bought by
Shepherd Keith and Shepherd Kimberley
Seller's Agent
Chris Dack
BENJAMIN REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Office
NON-MLS MEMBER OFFICE
List Price
$90,000
Sold Price
$80,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-11.11%
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
121.97%
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Outstanding Balance
$72,000
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$15,334

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2020
Closed on
Aug 12, 2020
Sold by
Miracle Judith A
Bought by
Sancrant Whitney
Seller's Agent
Billy Maples
St. Helen Realty
Buyer's Agent
Billy Maples
St. Helen Realty
Sold Price
$34,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.95%
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 $80,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $80,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $34,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $72,000 New Conventional
Closed $72,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $80,000 -11.1% $89 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $90,000 +164.7% $100 / Sq Ft
08/13/2020 08/13/20 Sold $34,000 -- $38 / Sq Ft
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Pending -- -- --
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

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 $804 $23,600 $0 $0
2024 $133 $16,200 $0 $0
2023 $128 $16,200 $0 $0
2022 $702 $12,900 $0 $0
2021 $684 $11,500 $0 $0
2020 $425 $10,200 $0 $0
2019 $394 $9,500 $0 $0
2018 $381 $10,600 $0 $0
2016 $373 $10,300 $0 $0
2015 -- $9,900 $0 $0
2014 -- $9,200 $0 $0
2013 -- $9,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1933736

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 010-526-012-0000