Escape to this adorable 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage nestled in the heart of Wellston, MI—just 25 minutes from Cadillac and an easy hour’s drive to Traverse City! Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a launchpad for outdoor adventures, this cozy home offers the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Enjoy quick access to top fishing spots in Frankfort and Manistee, or spend your days exploring the beauty of northern Michigan’s lakes, forests, and small towns. The cottage features a bright, open living space, a spacious yard for campfires or BBQs, and all the charm you need for that perfect Up North feel. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a vacation rental, or a permanent home base, this Wellston gem is ready for you!
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Price cut: $5.1K (10/5)
$139,900
3815 Joseph St, Wellston, MI 49689
2beds
720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.46 Acres Lot
$138,500 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright open living space
- 46 days
- 338
- 16
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chase Ingersoll 231-941-4500,
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC 231-941-4500,
Christina Ingersoll 231-883-4921,
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1949829
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Width: 16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Length: 18
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range
- Laundry: None
Features
- Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 720
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 720
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Dirt
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 200
- Features: Level, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 511026170501
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Deer Trail Subdivision
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wellston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $18,694
- Annual tax amount: $1,884
- Price range: $139.9K - $139.9K
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 186 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$138,500
$132,000 - $145,000
$1,008/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/5/2026 | Price change | $139,900-3.5%$194/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $145,000$201/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Listing removed | $145,000$201/sqft |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $145,000-3.3%$201/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$208/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900+6.7%$222/sqft |
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| 12/11/2025 | Listing removed | $149,900$208/sqft |
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| 8/25/2025 | Price change | $149,900-3.3%$208/sqft |
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| 8/5/2025 | Price change | $155,000-4.9%$215/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $163,000+1258.3%$226/sqft |
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| 10/27/2010 | Sold | $12,000+100%$17/sqft |
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| 10/22/2007 | Sold | $6,000$8/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,884 +135.9% | $63,400 +18.7% |
| 2024 | $799 | $53,400 +12.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $47,600 +31.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $36,200 +7.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $33,600 +15.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $29,000 +15.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $25,200 +9.1% |
| 2018 | -- | $23,100 -1.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $23,500 +2.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $22,900 +13.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $20,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $20,200 -2.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $20,800 -2.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $21,400 +68.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $12,700 -0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $12,800 |
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Neighborhood: 49689
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Kaleva Norman Dickson School District
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





