NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5657 S Rapids Rd Branch, MI 49402

Estimated Value: $243,000 - $279,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,238 Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 22, 2019

Last sale price $170,000 $137 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,758/month

195 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wooded Lot
  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of November 2019

GREAT 1224 sq. ft. COTTAGE ON THE PERE MARQUETTE-Big South Branch. This unique property has 144' private, serene frontage. Tastefully remodeled 2006 year-round cottage is at the end of a private road w/low bank Riverfront! This 2 bed/ 1 & 1/2 bath cottage, is move-in ready. You can hear the gentle sounds of the river & watch wildlife at its finest. Walk right into the river & cast your rod! Enjoy fishing for trout & steelhead, kayak, canoe/tube for relaxation. Yr-round hunting enjoyment w/ 160A Federal land down the road. Master bedroom, living room & four-season sun room overlook the Big S Branch. Home features Great Room w/wood-burning stove, Kitchen w/island & main floor laundry. Land Contract possible, 20% down & 2 yr balloon w/ $863/mo payments.

Last Listed By

Ingrid Wadel

LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington License #6501296695 Listed on: 04/22/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,419

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 69x141x144x117
  • Private Waterfront
  • 144 Feet of Waterfront
  • The property's road front is unimproved
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Unpaved Driveway

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,238 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic System
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include snow removal

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,419

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cabin: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Gas/Wood Stove, LP Tank Rented, Kitchen Island
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • LivingArea: 1238.0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Mud Room Access: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 174900.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Cul-De-Sac
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: Pere Marquette River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 100.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Annually

Association/Amenities

  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 100.0
  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Annually
  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Lot Size Area: 0.39
  • Lot Dimensions: 69x141x144x117
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16988.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3418.52
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2019
Closed on
Nov 22, 2019
Sold by
Skocelas Craig and Skocelas Carri
Bought by
Hunziker Randy and Hunziker Mary
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Wadel
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
Buyer's Agent
Ingrid Wadel
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-8.11%
Total Days on Market
195
Current Estimated Value
$267,445

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$97,445
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2016
Sold by
Pierantoni Ilene J
Bought by
Skocelas Craig and Skocelas Carri

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2005
Sold by
Peirantoni Ilene J
Bought by
Pierantoni Ilene J and Ilene J Pierantoni Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2004
Sold by
Taylor Veronica A and Taylor Alvin
Bought by
Taylor Alvin and Taylor Veronica A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1987

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hunziker Randy $170,000 --
Skocelas Craig $126,000 --
Skocelas Craig $126,000 None Available
Pierantoni Ilene J -- Metropoliotan Title Company
Pierantoni Ilene J $1,425 Metropolitan Title Company
Taylor Alvin -- --
-- $41,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ilene J Pierantoni Trust $98,500
Previous Owner Pierantoni Ilene J $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/22/2019 11/22/19 Sold $170,000 -8.1% $137 / Sq Ft
11/03/2019 11/03/19 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2019 04/22/19 For Sale $185,000 -- $149 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association 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
2024 -- $150,000 $150,000 $0
2023 -- $110,700 $110,700 $0
2022 -- $99,600 $0 $0
2021 -- $87,100 $0 $0
2020 -- -- $0 $0
2019 -- -- $0 $0
2018 -- -- $0 $0
2017 -- -- $0 $0
2016 -- -- $0 $0
2015 -- -- $0 $0
2013 -- -- $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ingrid Wadel

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Ingrid Wadel

    LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington

    (231) 301-0646

    60 Total Sales

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Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19015916

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 008-300-066-00

Michigan Mason County Branch 49402

5657 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI

Homes for Sale in Branch, MI

This home is located at 5657 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI 49402 since 22 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $267,445, approximately $216 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 5657 S Rapids Rd is a home located in Mason County with nearby schools including Mason County Central Upper Elementary School, Scottville Elementary School, and Mason County Central Middle School.

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