Nestled on 3.5 peaceful acres, this charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath country home offers the perfect blend of rustic character and rural comfort. Built in 1935, the home features 1,056 sq ft of inviting living space and large rear deck. Whether you're dreaming of a small homestead, a quiet retreat, or a place to expand your outdoor lifestyle, this Elsie area property delivers space, privacy, and timeless country appeal.
Sold for $165,000
$165,000
5251 E Island Rd, Elsie, MI 48831
2beds
1,056sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
3.5 Acres Lot
$165,700 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$1,187 Estimated rent
Home value
$165,700
$157,000 - $176,000
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Large rear deck
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Listed by:
Kari Dickenson 517-669-8118,
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals Dewitt
Bought with:
Kari Dickenson, 6506045709
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals Dewitt
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 296260
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 152.39 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 14.11
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 126.65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 11.4
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 38.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 5.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 88.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 12.7
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 49.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 7
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 174.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 15.6
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 94.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.2 x 15.2
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Combination
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,056
- Total interior livable area: 1,056 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,056
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: front door
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 3.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 922 x 165
- Features: Back Yard, Many Trees, Private, Secluded, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Foundation area: 0
- Parcel number: 1906000830003000
- Zoning description: Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Elsie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $84,000
- Annual tax amount: $794
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Sold | $165,000-17.1%$156/sqft |
Source:  Greater Lansing AOR #296260 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Contingent | $199,000$188/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #296260 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,000$188/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #296260 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $735 | $42,000 +6.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $39,500 +3.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $38,100 +7.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $35,500 +17.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $30,200 +5.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $28,700 +13.9% |
| 2019 | $552 | $25,200 -0.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $25,300 -0.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $25,400 -2.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $26,000 -1.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $26,400 +4.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,300 -21.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $32,100 -0.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $32,400 -0.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $32,700 +3.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $31,600 +24.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $25,400 +10.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $22,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 48831
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10E.E. Knight Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10Ovid-Elsie Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 7/10Ovid-Elsie High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Ovid-Elsie
- District: Ovid-Elsie
Source: Greater Lansing AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Michigan
- Clinton County
- Elsie
- 48831
- 5251 E Island Rd
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