Escape to your own private Northern Michigan retreat! Nestled on 10 beautiful acres between Peterson and Dobson Bridges, this charming brick home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and outdoor adventure. Featuring a beautiful mix of mature hardwoods and pine, this property is a dream for hunters, nature lovers, and anyone seeking peace and quiet. The home offers up to five potential bedrooms, two cozy fireplaces, a spacious loft, and a walk-out basement with excellent potential for additional living space. The updated living and dining areas create a warm and inviting atmosphere, while the functional layout provides plenty of room for family, guests, a home office, or hobby space. The property is well-equipped with two versatile pole buildings, providing abundant space for vehicles, recreational equipment, tractors, ATVs, boats, workshop space, or hobby projects. Whether you're looking for extra storage or room for all your Northern Michigan toys, these outbuildings offer endless possibilities. Bordering U.S. Federal Forest on one corner, you'll enjoy direct access to thousands of acres of public land for hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, and exploring. Located just minutes from the renowned Pine River and surrounded by endless outdoor recreation, this property is an ideal year-round residence, hunting camp, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity. An additional 30-acre parcel directly behind the property is also available for purchase, offering the opportunity to expand your acreage and privacy. Note: Some bedrooms may be non-conforming. Buyers are encouraged to verify room dimensions and bedroom conformity to meet their individual needs. If you've been searching for a private country property with acreage, abundant wildlife, room to roam, and exceptional storage for all your equipment and outdoor adventures, this Wellston retreat is one you won't want to miss.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (8/19)
$379,000
10530 W 48 1/2 Rd, Wellston, MI 49689
3beds
2,197sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
10 Acres Lot
$371,600 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick homeWalk-out basementSpacious loftTwo versatile pole buildingsTwo cozy fireplacesFunctional layout
- 63 days
- 730
- 37
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jamie Gray Cell:231-651-1716,
Key Realty One-TC 231-559-0351
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1948390
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Exercise Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Living room
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Breakfast Nook, Mud Room
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished Rooms,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Wood Burning, Heatilator, Masonry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,197
- Total interior livable area: 2,197 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,010
- Finished area below ground: 187
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Concrete Floors, Dirt, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
- Dimensions: 652 x 669
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Cleared, Evergreens, Level, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building(s)
- Parcel number: 2112292101
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: NA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wellston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $307,982
- Annual tax amount: $5,688
- Price range: $379K - $379K
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 63 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,MSHDA,USDA Loan,VA Loan,1031 Exchange
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$371,600
$353,000 - $390,000
$2,527/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $379,000-5%$173/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1948390 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000+37.6%$182/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1948390 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2023 | Sold | $290,000+5.5%$132/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #23014098 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2023 | Contingent | $274,900$125/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23014098 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2023 | Price change | $274,900-4.9%$125/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23014098 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $289,000+98.6%$132/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #23014098 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2017 | Sold | $145,500-14.4%$66/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2017 | Pending sale | $170,000$77/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1825707 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2017 | Listed for sale | $170,000$77/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1825707 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2017 | Pending sale | $170,000$77/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1825707 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2016 | Listed for sale | $170,000$77/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT-CADILLAC #1825707 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,688 +70% | $163,300 +17.7% |
| 2024 | $3,346 +3% | $138,700 +40.7% |
| 2023 | $3,249 +2% | $98,600 +19.7% |
| 2022 | $3,185 | $82,400 +8% |
| 2021 | -- | $76,300 -2.8% |
| 2020 | $3,160 | $78,500 +4.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $75,400 +6.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $70,600 +20.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $58,500 -6.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $62,300 +5.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $58,900 +16.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $50,700 +0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $50,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $50,400 -24.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,700 |
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Neighborhood: 49689
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cadillac Area Public Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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