Embrace the ultimate ''Up North'' lifestyle with this adorable cottage located just a half-block from the the public swimming park and beach of Crystal Lake! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 896 square feet of efficiently designed living space and sits in a highly desirable Wellston, Michigan location. The property is currently 75% of the way through a major 2023 remodel and update, providing a phenomenal opportunity for the next owner to build quick equity.The heavy lifting has already been completed by the current owners. Major structural and mechanical upgrades include a brand-new roof, new siding, energy-efficient replacement windows, and updated insulation to keep you comfortable year-round. The mechanical systems have been thoroughly modernized with a new water heater, a new water pressure tank, and a fully upgraded electrical system. Outside, you will find excellent curb appeal and a partially completed privacy fence that wraps nearly all the way around the backyard, creating a secure oasis for pets, children, or private evening bonfires.Inside, the home is a clean slate waiting for your final personal touches. The remaining work consists primarily of straightforward, cosmetic finishing items such as installing trim, laying down your choice of flooring, and applying fresh paint. For those looking to maximize space and value, a third bedroom has already been framed out and is ready to be finished, allowing you to instantly expand the home's square footage and layout to suit your needs.Location is everything, and this cottage delivers the best of Northern Michigan right to your doorstep. You are just steps away from the Crystal Lake public swimming area and park, making hot summer days an absolute breeze. Beyond the lake, you are centrally located to the region's premier outdoor destinations. Hit the slopes at Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort, explore the coastal charm and shopping of Manistee and Ludington, or take a scenic drive north to the world-renowned wineries and culinary scene of Traverse City. Endless trails, rivers, and Lake Michigan beaches are all within easy reach.Whether you are searching for an affordable, low-maintenance year-round residence or a lock-and-leave weekend vacation escape, this property fits the bill perfectly. Bring your paint brush, your imagination, and your design ideas to finish the beautiful vision already started here, or take the style in a completely new direction. Small, easy to maintain, and priced to sell quickly--schedule your private tour today and start living your Up North dream!
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$139,900
16928 6th St, Wellston, MI 49689
2beds
856sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$131,900 Zestimate®
$163/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated insulationFully upgraded electrical systemEnergy-efficient replacement windowsExcellent curb appealNew water heaterNew sidingBrand-new roof
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Audrey Taber 231-729-1902,
Irons Real Estate 231-266-5447
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26032977
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Other
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 856
- Total interior livable area: 856 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 114
Details
- Parcel number: 1064172111
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Wellston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $163/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $23,247
- Annual tax amount: $550
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$131,900
$96,000 - $169,000
$1,201/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $139,900$163/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,581 +634.5% | $53,200 +216.7% |
| 2024 | $215 | $16,800 +16.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $14,400 +30.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $11,000 +22.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $9,000 +7.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $8,400 |
| 2019 | -- | $8,400 +10.5% |
| 2018 | -- | $7,600 +7% |
| 2017 | -- | $7,100 -1.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $7,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $7,200 +4.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $6,900 +16.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $5,900 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $5,800 -1.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $5,900 -10.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $6,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49689
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10KND ElementaryGrades: K-6Distance: 6.6 mi
- 5/10Brethren Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 6/10Brethren High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
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- Michigan
- Manistee County
- Wellston
- 49689
- 16928 6th St





