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  • $249,900

    196 E Center Rd, Kingsley, MI 49649

    4beds
    1,316sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    2.05 Acres Lot
    $288,700 Zestimate®
    $190/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Mature treesSeating areaHumming wildlifeDual closetsGorgeous rolling country viewsMassive primary suiteMain floor bedroom
    Priceless views and country quiet vibes, just 20 minutes south of Traverse City! This traditional 4-bedroom, 2- full bathroom stick-built farmhouse perfectly blends classic character with an open main floor. The first level features the living room with large picture windows, kitchen & dining, a main floor bedroom, full bath with a ceramic tile shower, and a dedicated laundry room. Upstairs, the massive primary suite features a full bath with ceramic tile finishes, dual closets, a seating area, & sliding glass doors that open to sweeping, elevated views of your 2-acre property—perfect for catching both stunning sunrises and sunsets. Two additional bedrooms and abundant hallway storage complete the upper level. Exterior highlights include a durable metal roof (with warranty!), double stall garage with a brand-new garage door, Outdoor entertaining space featuring both a deck and a patio equipped with a 220V hookup—ready for your future hot tub OR extend it to the garage for an EV charger! Natural gas is currently on the property and can be easily hooked up. Take a walk around the property with mature trees, blooming lilacs, humming wildlife, and gorgeous rolling country views-you’ll fall in love with the serenity & atmosphere. Forget about cookie cutter new construction, HOA fees, restrictions, pricey land with no infrastructure onsite.... This home has everything without all the limitations! Good bones, everything in place, exercise freedom on your land, with Lake Michigan and Traverse City 20 minutes away. This beautiful farm home needs some work, but with all it offers, this property provides excellent value & opportunity. Get your private tour scheduled today!
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    Listed by:

    Amber Lewis 231-760-7698,

    Epique Realty 248-218-2604

    Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1946460MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Dining Room
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Private
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Propane
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Cable TV
      • Basement: Partial,Michigan Basement,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,316
      • Total interior livable area: 1,316 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,316
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Dirt
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Multi-Level Decking, Patio
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 2.05 Acres
      • Dimensions: 205 x 437
      • Features: Cleared
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 1001900700
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Farm House
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Private

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: na
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Kingsley

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $190/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $50,481
      • Annual tax amount: $1,126
      • Price range: $249.9K - $249.9K
      • Date on market: 6/11/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
      • Ownership type: Private Owner
      • Road surface type: Asphalt
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        Estimated market value

        $288,700

        $234,000 - $341,000

        $3,242/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/11/2026Listed for sale$249,900+275.8%$190/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1946460 Report a problem
        5/7/1996Sold$66,500$51/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,126 +5.1%$86,800 +13.5%
        2024$1,071 +5%$76,500 +6.8%
        2023$1,020 +2.9%$71,600 +9.1%
        2022$991 +2.5%$65,600 +11.2%
        2021$967 -1%$59,000 +5.4%
        2020$976 $56,000 +3.3%
        2019$976 -5.2%$54,200 +25.8%
        2018$1,029 $43,100 +1.9%
        2017-- $42,300 +3.7%
        2016-- $40,800 +6.8%
        2014-- $38,200 +2.7%
        2012-- $37,200 -2.6%
        2011-- $38,200 -12.2%
        2010-- $43,500 -3.5%
        2009-- $45,100 -0.4%
        2008-- $45,300 -3.8%
        2007-- $47,100 +5.1%
        2005-- $44,800 +4.7%
        2004-- $42,800 +4.9%
        2003-- $40,800 +4.2%
        2002-- $39,140 +14.6%
        2001-- $34,160 +6.7%
        2000-- $32,010

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 49649

          Getting around

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          Car-Dependent
          22 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

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          • District: Kingsley Area Schools

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