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For sale by owner
  • $250,000

    6479 E West Branch Rd, Saint Helen, MI 48656

    3beds
    1,530sqft
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    $1,679/mo
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1938
    5 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $163/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Three overhead garage doorsCharming stone farmhouseLarge productive garden spaceFresh paintUpdated trimNew insulationLean-to for additional storage
    Beautiful 5-Acre Country Homestead in the Heart of Northern Michigan $250,000 Escape to the peace and quiet of Northern Michigan with this charming stone farmhouse situated on 5 beautiful agricultural-zoned acres in Roscommon County. This spacious home is 3 Bed 2 Bath with a 52x34 Barn with 3 overhead doors and shop space. Conveniently located between Houghton Lake, West Branch, and St. Helen, you'll enjoy easy access to world-class fishing, boating, ORV and snowmobile trails, public hunting land, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities while still enjoying the privacy of country living. This property is perfect for anyone looking to move up north, start a homestead, hobby farm, or simply enjoy wide open space. Over the past four years, the home has seen numerous updates including: * New electrical throughout the main floor * New insulation * New drywall * Fresh paint * Updated trim * New roof (2022) * Updated furnace (2022) * New natural gas service (2025) * New water heater (2025) * New Windows on the main floor. The property has also undergone major improvements outside. During 2025-2026, the large barn/shop has been almost completely renovated, including: * New roof * New electrical * Nearly all new concrete floors * Three overhead garage doors * Lean-to for additional storage * Exterior siding is currently being completed. The home features a full basement providing excellent storage and utility space. Whether you're looking for workshop space, equipment storage, livestock, or future projects, this barn offers tremendous potential. The land has proven to be ideal for self-sufficiency. Enjoy established apple and pear trees, large productive garden space, and maple trees that have produced maple syrup for several seasons. With agricultural zoning, there is plenty of room for gardens, animals, additional outbuildings, or expanding your homestead dreams. Surrounded by picturesque hay fields, woods, cornfields, and farmland, this property offers the peaceful Northern Michigan setting that so many buyers are searching for. Price reflects completed improvements. Don't miss this opportunity to own a move-in-ready country property with modern updates, a beautifully renovated barn, and room to grow. For sale by owner.
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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced air, Propane / Butane
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
      • Basement: Partially finished
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage - Detached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Stone
      Lot
      • Size: 5 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0102070120040

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1938

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Saint Helen

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $163/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $130,400
      • Annual tax amount: $1,764
      • Date on market: 7/30/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $1,538/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/30/2026Listed for sale$250,000+401%$163/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/7/2014Sold$49,900-38.2%$33/sqft
        Source: WWMLS #21112000 Report a problem
        12/27/2011Sold$80,750$53/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,764 +6%$65,200 +1.7%
        2024$1,664 +51.6%$64,100 +14.9%
        2023$1,098 +2.8%$55,800 +22.6%
        2022$1,067 +27.4%$45,500 +8.6%
        2021$838 $41,900 +9.7%
        2020-- $38,200 +16.8%
        2019$438 $32,700 -13.3%
        2018-- $37,700 +9.9%
        2016-- $34,300 +5.9%
        2015-- $32,400 -25.5%
        2014-- $43,500 +5.3%
        2013-- $41,300 -8.2%
        2012-- $45,000 -4.3%
        2011$1,224 $47,000
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