Here's a unique opportunity to own a piece of history with this impressive Lumber Baron era home. Originally known as the Buck house and located in the heart of the Cathedral District, this 4253 sf Dutch Colonial boasts striking original architectural features and amazing potential for modern living in ample space and comfort. Features included in the main house are 5 bedrooms, a full bath, 3/4 bath & 2 1/2 baths, front covered porch, vestibule, sleeping porch, 3 balconies (incl sunrise and sunset) enclosed rear porch, pantry, attic, basement and two fireplaces. Historic charmer meets handyman special on a double city corner lot with mature trees and magnificent yard. The three-bay detached garage includes a ~ 750 sf bonus space waiting to be revitalized into a separate rental residence, workshop or mother-in-law quarters. Come take a look and envision the next exciting chapter for 1237 Owen Street in Saginaw.
For sale
$165,000
1237 Owen St, Saginaw, MI 48601
5beds
4,253sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
0.61 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$39/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature treesThree-bay detached garageSleeping porchStriking original architectural featuresFront covered porchMagnificent yardDouble city corner lot
- 200 days |
- 628 |
- 39 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Drew Pursley 248-410-0820,
Gateway Brokerage 810-255-1200
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50196296
Originating MLS: Greater Shiawassee Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 21 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Bathroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 420
- Dimensions: 20 x 21
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 24 x 15
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Other, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,488
- Total interior livable area: 4,253 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,253
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 132
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Dimensions: 132.41 x 154.75
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08044900000
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public At Street
- Water: Public Water at Street
- Utilities for property: Cable/Internet Avail.
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mersons Adition
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saginaw
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $39/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $126,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,554
- Date on market: 12/18/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 201 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,224/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $165,000+65%$39/sqft |
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| 4/10/2023 | Sold | $100,000-16.6%$24/sqft |
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| 3/14/2023 | Pending sale | $119,900$28/sqft |
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| 2/1/2023 | Price change | $119,900-20%$28/sqft |
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| 1/9/2023 | Price change | $149,900-11.8%$35/sqft |
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| 11/15/2022 | Price change | $169,900-5.6%$40/sqft |
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| 10/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $179,900+97.3%$42/sqft |
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| 8/11/2016 | Sold | $91,160$21/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,923 +77.1% | $63,400 +6.2% |
| 2024 | $2,216 -17.8% | $59,700 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $2,694 | $53,600 +18.6% |
| 2022 | -- | $45,200 +6.9% |
| 2021 | $2,579 | $42,300 +34.3% |
| 2020 | $2,579 +17.9% | $31,500 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $2,186 | $30,999 +3.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $30,050 +6.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $28,215 +29% |
| 2013 | -- | $21,875 -1.8% |
| 2011 | $810 | $22,265 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $22,596 -30% |
| 2009 | -- | $32,290 -4% |
| 2008 | -- | $33,635 -2% |
| 2007 | -- | $34,321 |
| 2006 | -- | $34,321 |
| 2005 | -- | $34,321 +17% |
| 2003 | -- | $29,334 +18% |
| 2002 | -- | $24,859 |
| 2001 | -- | $24,859 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $23,903 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cathedral District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Jessie Loomis SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Saginaw Arts and Sciences AcademyGrades: 6-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Saginaw City School District
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