NOT LISTED FOR SALE

9971 Esch Rd Honor, MI 49640

Estimated Value: $183,000 - $462,000

-- Bed
2 Baths
1,256 Sq Ft
$254/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 08, 2022

Last sale price $250,000 $199 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,870/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Countryside Views
  • Level Lot
  • Wood Siding
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of June 2022

A unique opportunity to own the Morgan School in Platte township. A short hop to the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore Park and the Lake Michigan beach at the west end of Esch Rd. This historic building was a township school until 1949 and most recently used by the Platte Grange. The main room is 23x35 with the original wood floor and a drop ceiling. Most windows have been updated. There is a full kitchen and 2 half baths. Year built is unknown but the sign says it was a log cabin school school starting in 1868 and the present schoolhouse in 1884. There is hot water heat and a working well & septic. Rural Preservation zoning. See associated documents for more info. Use your imagination for this one. Even has the school bell!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Stapleton

Stapleton Realty License #6504271071 Listed on: 04/15/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Stapleton

Stapleton Realty License #6504271071 Listed on: 04/15/2022

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,628

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 1.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 208x313
  • Level Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1,256 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Countryside Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Oven or Range

Utilities

  • Well

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,628

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1920
  • Construction: Frame
  • Section Number: 7
  • Univs Design Barrier Free: Main Floor Access
  • Year Updated: 1970
  • Year Renovated: 1970
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Floor Primary: No
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 15.6x10.8, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 36x24, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1256
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 199.04
  • Range: R 14W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1256

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Countryside View
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
  • Number Of Acres: 1.5
  • Road: Public Maintained
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Dirt

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling Types: Hot Water
  • Laundry: On Level: None
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Unknown
  • Water: Private Well

Schools

  • School District: Benzie County Central Schools

Lot Info

  • Land Features: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 208x313
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Rural

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Benzie County Central Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2022
Closed on
Jun 7, 2022
Sold by
Platte Township
Bought by
Jamis Property Llc
Seller's Agent
Christine Stapleton
Stapleton Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Stapleton
Stapleton Realty
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-5.66%
Current Estimated Value
$318,702

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,702
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Source: Public Records

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
Jamis Property Llc $250,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/08/2022 06/08/22 Sold $250,000 -5.7% $199 / Sq Ft
04/25/2022 04/25/22 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2022 04/15/22 For Sale $265,000 -- $211 / Sq Ft
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 $1,628 $228,000 $0 $0
2024 $371 $45,200 $0 $0
2023 $457 $48,500 $0 $0
2022 -- $0 $0 $0
2021 -- $0 $0 $0
2020 -- -- $0 $0
2019 -- -- $0 $0
2018 -- -- $0 $0
2017 -- -- $0 $0
2016 -- -- $0 $0
2011 -- -- $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christine Stapleton

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Christine Stapleton

    Stapleton Realty

    (231) 499-2698

    197 Total Sales

    Christine Stapleton
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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1898612

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 11-007-003-00

Michigan Benzie County Honor 49640

9971 Esch Rd, Honor, MI

This home is located at 9971 Esch Rd, Honor, MI 49640 since 15 April 2022 and is currently estimated at $318,702, approximately $253 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 9971 Esch Rd is a home located in Benzie County with nearby schools including Benzie Central Senior High School.

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