$148,000

78 1st St Stanwood, MI 49346

Estimated payment $897/month

Total Views 2,625
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,657 Sq Ft
$89 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

Nestled in the tranquil village of Stanwood, this diamond-in-the-rough at 78 First Street presents a compelling opportunity for the savvy buyer or hands-on homeowner. Although the property does require some tender loving care and modernization to reveal its full potential, its solid bones and flexible layout provide a terrific foundation for creative updates. The charming exterior invites possibilities for landscaping, gardening, or outdoor entertaining that could elevate both curb appeal and value.

Conveniently located just a short drive south of Big Rapids, this home gives you the best of both worlds—peaceful small-town living with quick access to the full suite of amenities that Big Rapids has to offer, including shopping, dining, healthcare, and Ferris State University. For commuting or regional access, U.S. 131 is just minutes away, making travel north to Cadillac or south toward Grand Rapids simple and efficient. The surrounding area also boasts plenty of natural beauty, with nearby lakes, rivers, and forests providing opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation.

78 First Street offers considerable upside for those willing to invest a bit of effort. With its solid structure, peaceful surroundings, and convenient location near Big Rapids and major roadways, this property is an excellent opportunity for a homeowner ready to build equity or an investor looking for their next project. Sold as-is and full of potential, it is a home waiting for vision, elbow grease, and transformation.

Listing Agent

Brittany Felde

Felde Realty License #6502431024 Listed on: 08/26/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,294

Year Built

  • Built in 1657

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x167x55x168

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,657 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Basement
  • Michigan Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Septic System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,294

Year Built

Built in 1657

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1657
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 55x167x55x168
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1657.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: res
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Substructure:Michigan Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1657.0
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Michigan Basement
  • LivingArea: 1657.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 148000.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 55x167x55x168
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405.0
  • Zoning Description: res

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2015

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $1,294 $60,800 $0 $0
2024 -- $54,300 $0 $0
2023 -- $53,400 $0 $0
2022 -- $33,700 $0 $0
2021 -- $27,300 $0 $0
2020 -- -- $0 $0
2019 -- -- $0 $0
2018 -- -- $0 $0
2017 -- -- $0 $0
2016 -- -- $0 $0
2014 -- -- $0 $0
2013 -- -- $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2025 08/26/25 For Sale $148,000 +270.9% $89 / Sq Ft
03/13/2020 03/13/20 Sold $39,900 0.0% $27 / Sq Ft
02/28/2020 02/28/20 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2020 02/24/20 For Sale $39,900 +166.0% $27 / Sq Ft
02/26/2016 02/26/16 Sold $15,000 -16.2% $9 / Sq Ft
02/02/2016 02/02/16 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2016 01/22/16 For Sale $17,900 -- $11 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $15,000 Lakeland Title
Quit Claim Deed $16,150 Premium Title Services Inc
Quit Claim Deed $16,150 Attorney
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed $91,117 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $77,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $64,500 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25043393

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5409-893-012-000