Seller's Agent in 2018
Ingrid Wadel
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
(231) 301-0646
44 Total Sales
5900 S Rapids Rd Branch, MI 49402
Estimated Value: $237,000 - $333,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
904
Sq Ft
$306/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Deck
- Den
- Chalet
- Recreation Room
- 1 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of September 2018Charming 2-Bedroom/1 Bath Cottage on the Big South Branch of the Pere Marquette River, a designated Wild & Scenic River since 1978. Enjoy the peaceful,private setting & fantastic view of the river w/123 ft of easy-access riverfront & only 30ft to the river off your wraparound deck. Cottage has many updates over the last several years: newer roof, well, pump & tank, water heater, wall furnace, frig, dishwasher, washer/dryer combo & an impressive wood-burning fireplace. Property is located near the Manistee Nat forest. Perfect river for tubing, kyaking, fishing for brown trout & seasonal runs of steelhead & salmon right off your bank.Great area for dirtbiking,4-wheeling, snowshoeing, snowmobiling & hunting.Once you see this picturesque cottage & its tranquil setting, you won't want to leave!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington License #6501296695 Listed on: 09/11/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,166
Year Built
- Built in 1981
Lot Details
- 1.6 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 61 x 327 x 123 x 415
- Private Waterfront
- 123 Feet of Waterfront
- River Front
- Property fronts a private road
- Property is zoned Rec Res, Rec Res
HOA Fees
- $8 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Chalet
- Tile Roof
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 904 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Replacement Windows
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Water Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
- Shed
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
- Wall Furnace
- Well
- Propane Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- Septic System
- Phone Available
Community Details
- Association fees include snow removal
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 11, 2018
Closed on
Sep 26, 2018
Sold by
Watling Dave P and Watling Harmony A
Bought by
Lark John and Lark Claudia
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Wadel
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
Buyer's Agent
Nathan Sheldon
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-4.95%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$86,687
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2005
Sold by
Rosenberg Gordon and Rosenberg Marlene
Bought by
Watling Dave P and Watling Harmony A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,900
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lark John | $190,000 | -- | |
| Watling Dave P | $179,900 | Lighthouse Title Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Watling Dave P | $161,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2018 09/28/18 | Sold | $190,000 | -5.0% | $210 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2018 09/11/18 | For Sale | $199,900 | -- | $221 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2018 07/30/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,541 | $97,300 | $97,300 | $0 |
| 2024 | -- | $91,600 | $91,600 | $0 |
| 2023 | -- | $69,400 | $69,400 | $0 |
| 2022 | -- | $62,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ingrid Wadel
-
Nathan Sheldon
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Nathan Sheldon
LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington
(231) 690-0422
118 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 18033678
APN: 008-300-044-00
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