Private Country Retreat on 10 Acres — Close to Everything!
Welcome to this beautifully updated 4–5 bedroom, 1.5-bath home set on 10 private acres in Wells Township. Offering the perfect blend of modern updates, country charm, and convenient location, this property is just minutes from Escanaba and Gladstone while providing an incredibly peaceful and private setting.
The large, updated kitchen is a true centerpiece of the home, featuring custom oak cabinets, quartz countertops, and brand-new appliances. The home also offers central air, two laundry rooms, and a custom media wall that creates a stylish and inviting focal point for the living space.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch or unwind on the covered back deck with skylights, an ideal spot for entertaining or enjoying the surrounding nature.
Outside, the property has everything you could want for recreation and relaxation. Take a dip in the pool, gather around the fire pit, or enjoy the enclosed garden with raised beds. The 10-acre property also includes hunting blinds, offering excellent opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast.
Three garages provide exceptional storage and workspace, with plenty of room for vehicles, recreational equipment, hobbies, and more.
Enjoy the best of both worlds with a private country setting that’s still close to town. Low Wells Township taxes and Highline Internet add to the appeal, making this an ideal property for anyone looking for space, privacy, modern amenities, and convenience.
For sale by owner
$499,000
7271 L Rd, Escanaba, MI 49829
5beds
2,479sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1995
10 Acres Lot
$380,900 Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fire pitCovered front porchQuartz countertopsLarge updated kitchenCustom media wallTwo laundry roomsCentral air
What the owner loves about this home
Enjoy the best of country living in a prime location at 7271 L Road in Escanaba! Situated on approximately 10 acres in Wells Township, this spacious and updated home offers privacy, room to spread out, and the convenience of being just minutes from both Escanaba and Gladstone.
The home features 4–5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and two laundry areas, including convenient main-floor laundry. Updated finishes and a stylish media wall create a comfortable, welcoming interior with plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining.
Outside, the property offers even more to love. Three garages provide abundant room for vehicles, recreational toys, storage, hobbies, or workshop space. Relax on the covered front or back porch, cool off in the pool, gather around the firepit, or enjoy the enclosed garden with raised beds.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the multiple hunting blinds located throughout the property, while nature lovers can enjoy watching deer regularly wander through the acreage right outside their door.
Another added benefit of this country setting is the potential for lower ongoing expenses, with Wells Township taxes, a private well, and septic system helping avoid some of the higher utility costs associated with city services.
With 10 acres, three garages, hunting opportunities, abundant wildlife, garden space, outdoor entertaining areas, and a convenient location near both Escanaba and Gladstone, this property offers a hard-to-find combination of country privacy, recreation, affordability, and everyday convenience.
Showings will begin September 12. Pre-approval or proof of funds is required prior to scheduling a showing.
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Listed by:
Property Owner (906) 399-4940
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Propane / Butane
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,479 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 01405400300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Escanaba
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $277,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,601
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
Estimated market value
$380,900
$339,000 - $423,000
$2,199/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000$201/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000$201/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,601 -65% | $138,800 +9.2% |
| 2024 | $7,440 +213.3% | $127,100 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $2,375 +2.2% | $118,200 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $2,324 -1.9% | $111,700 +16.2% |
| 2021 | $2,370 | $96,100 -1.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $97,300 +0.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $96,700 +5.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $91,500 |
| 2017 | -- | $91,500 +2% |
| 2016 | -- | $89,700 +10.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $81,183 |
| 2013 | -- | $81,183 |
| 2012 | -- | $81,183 -1.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $82,730 |
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