Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Northern Michigan home/cottage perfectly positioned for year-round adventure and relaxation! This well-maintained getaway features a newer metal roof, updated flooring, remodeled bathroom, and newer windows, and fully spray foam insulated, offering comfort and peace of mind from the moment you arrive. Step outside to a spacious fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining, pets, and cozy evenings gathered around the campfire pit, creating unforgettable memories with family and friends. The oversized heated garage is a standout feature with pull-through capability, bar area, and an additional bonus room ideal for a workshop, hobby space, game room, or overflow guest accommodations. Located just seconds from beautiful all-sports Clear Lake, you’ll enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and lakeside relaxation all summer long. Head the other direction and you’re immediately connected to Michigan’s expansive ORV and snowmobile trail system, making this an outdoor enthusiast’s dream for ATV riding, hunting, trail riding, and winter recreation. You’re also only moments from the iconic Clear Lake Bar (“CLB”), known for great food, entertainment, and Northern Michigan hospitality. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity, this property delivers the best of Up North living!
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Price cut: $4.1K (8/12)
$134,900
2221 Buhlman Dr, West Branch, MI 48661
2beds
820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$130,600 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious fenced backyardFully spray foam insulatedUpdated flooringRemodeled bathroomNewer metal roofNewer windows
- 104 days |
- 799 |
- 16 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
BRENT CHURCH 989-240-2466,
MORRIS-RICHARDSON RE 989-345-2828
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1944865
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 72.04
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.58
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 71.25
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 111.61
- Dimensions: 8.17 x 13.67
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 54.9
- Dimensions: 7.08 x 7.75
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 174.72
- Dimensions: 11.33 x 15.42
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Propane
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Heatilator
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Finished Rooms, Concrete Floors, Concrete, Private
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 182
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building(s), Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00422000500
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal/Steel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Hiram Park
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: West Branch
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $165/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,942
- Price range: $134.9K - $134.9K
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 105 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$130,600
$124,000 - $137,000
$1,138/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $134,900-2.9%$165/sqft |
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| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $139,000-3.4%$170/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $143,900-4%$175/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$183/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $159,900-3%$195/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $164,900-2.9%$201/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,900+51%$207/sqft |
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| 7/22/2022 | Sold | $112,500-13.4%$137/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #77001214341 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2022 | Price change | $129,900-3.7%$158/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1899812 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $134,900$165/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,024 +5.4% | $45,100 -10.5% |
| 2024 | $1,920 +130.1% | $50,400 +13.8% |
| 2023 | $834 +5.3% | $44,300 +101.4% |
| 2022 | $792 -1.4% | $22,000 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $803 | $20,600 +5.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $19,600 -1% |
| 2018 | $192 -48.9% | $19,800 +8.2% |
| 2017 | $375 | $18,300 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $375 +0.3% | $17,800 -1.7% |
| 2015 | $374 +116.7% | $18,100 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $173 | $17,900 +5.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $17,000 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $17,100 +0.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $16,985 -22.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $21,800 |
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Neighborhood: 48661
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Surline Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 8.6 mi
- 5/10Ogemaw Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10 mi
- 6/10Surline Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 8.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Branch-Rose City Area 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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