8299 W Walker Rd Manton, MI 49663
Estimated payment $1,507/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- RV Access or Parking
- Wooded Lot
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Countryside Views
- Pole Barn
About This Home
Nestled back in the hardwoods on 5 beautiful acres, this private Northern Michigan retreat is conveniently located between Manton and Lake City on a publicly maintained blacktop road. Wind your way up the drive where this inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits peacefully at the top of the hill, surrounded by mature hardwoods and nature. A covered porch welcomes you into a convenient mudroom with a newly added half bath and dedicated laundry area. The updated kitchen and dining area flow into the comfortable living room, where a wood-burning stove creates the perfect place to cozy up on a cool Northern Michigan evening. Two bedrooms, an updated full bath, and a beautiful three-season porch complete the home—the perfect spot for morning coffee, a book, or simply enjoying the peaceful wooded setting. Recently, the sellers have completed extensive updates giving this home a fresh, move-in-ready feel! Improvements include all new windows and doors, new locks luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint and trim throughout, new lighting and fixtures, updated kitchen cupboards, an updated full bath, plus the addition of a half bath and dedicated laundry area. Major mechanical improvements include a new furnace, new hot water heater, and new propane tank. Outside is where the Up North lifestyle really comes together. If you love to garden, the large fenced garden tucked into an opening in the hardwoods could be a gardener’s dream, with a convenient lean-to for storing garden supplies, firewood, and outdoor equipment. The property is serviced by a 4-inch well and also features a 3-stall garage. Need room for hobbies, projects, equipment, or all your Up North toys? The impressive 50x30 pole barn offers a concrete floors, electric, water, 220 service, and a dedicated work counters. There is plenty of room for storage while still having space to work on projects and hobbies. Private, peaceful, and move-in ready, this property has the acreage, outbuildings, in a hardwood setting.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1960 | Remodeled in 2026
Lot Details
- 5 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 500.69 x 435.18
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Zoning described as Residential,Horses Allowed,Outbuildings Allowed
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- RV Access or Parking
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Block Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,100 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Countryside Views
- Unfinished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Pole Barn
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Propane
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
Map
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,636 | $163,600 | $163,600 | $0 |
| 2025 | $679 | $156,300 | $156,300 | $0 |
| 2024 | $661 | $141,400 | $141,400 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,461 | $118,200 | $118,200 | $0 |
| 2022 | $600 | $106,300 | $106,300 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,413 | $97,300 | $97,300 | $0 |
| 2020 | $574 | $91,500 | $91,500 | $0 |
| 2019 | $563 | $88,300 | $88,300 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,379 | $89,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,351 | $87,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,342 | $86,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $87,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $82,300 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2026 09/01/26 | For Sale | $241,000 | -31.1% | $219 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/14/2026 07/14/26 | Sold | $350,000 | -26.3% | $427 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/04/2026 07/04/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/06/2026 06/06/26 | Price Changed | $475,000 | -6.8% | $579 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/14/2026 05/14/26 | Price Changed | $509,900 | -3.8% | $622 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/06/2026 04/06/26 | For Sale | $529,900 | -- | $646 / Sq Ft |
About the Listing Agent
As a proud third-generation Lake City native, born and raised in the heart of Northern Michigan, Tamara McLeod Helsel combines deep community roots with over 13 years of distinguished real estate expertise. Since launching her real estate career in September 2013, Tamara has become a trusted Broker/Owner, top-producing agent, and respected business leader serving Lake City, McBain, Manton, Cadillac, and surrounding Northern Michigan communities.
Tamara’s lifelong connection to Lake City and
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