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Sold for $140,000
  • $140,000

    8135 E West Branch Rd, Saint Helen, MI 48656

    2beds
    816sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1986
    0.69 Acres Lot
    $147,200 Zestimate®
    $172/sqft
    $1,107 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $147,200

    $140,000 - $155,000

    $1,107/mo

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    What's special

    Established fruit treesSpace for a gardenBeautiful new light fixturesCovered front porchCustom-built bookshelvesInviting kitchen
    Welcome to your own peaceful Northwoods retreat! Nestled on a beautiful .69-acre park-like setting in St. Helen, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and outdoor adventure - all just 2 miles from the St. Helen ORV Trail and approximately 7 miles from Lake St. Helen! Step inside and you'll immediately feel at home with the warmth of knotty pine accents, custom-built bookshelves, and beautiful new light fixtures that add a fresh, welcoming touch throughout the home.. The inviting kitchen features an island with butcher block countertops.. The home offers two comfortable bedrooms and a layout that makes an ideal starter home, retirement retreat, or weekend getaway. Outside is where this property truly shines. The landscaped grounds have a park-like feel, surrounded by wildlife and mature greenery. Enjoy the established fruit trees, space for a garden, greenhouse/potting shed, and rock garden filled with beautiful plants and impressive oversized hostas. Start your morning with coffee on the covered front porch, then spend your evenings relaxing on the 12 x 20 covered back deck, complete with a hot tub - the perfect place to unwind after a day on the trails, fishing, or enjoying everything Northern Michigan has to offer. And for the outdoor enthusiast, there's plenty of room for your toys! The heated and insulated garage features electricity, a aehd complete with a loft and a lean-to, while the attached carport provides even more covered storage for side-by-sides, ORVs, boats, and recreational equipment. Washer and dryer were new in 2024. A new refrigerator was added in December 2025, and all appliances are included with the sale. For peace of mind a newer well, roof, and furnace. Whether you're looking for your first home, a peaceful place to retire, or a Northern Michigan getaway close to ORV trails, fishing, nature, and outdoor recreation, this property offers the space, privacy, and lifestyle you've been looking for.

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    Bought with:

    IVIE BAKER, 6502376712

    Baker-Kehoe Realty LLC

    Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50224483MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Clare Gladwin Board of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 108
    • Dimensions: 12 x 9
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 108
    • Dimensions: 12 x 9
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 45
    • Dimensions: 9 x 5
    Kitchen
    • Features: Laminate
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 117
    • Dimensions: 13 x 9
    Living room
    • Features: Laminate
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 266
    • Dimensions: 19 x 14
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • Basement: None,Crawl Space
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 816
    • Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 816
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: 3 or More Spaces, Garage, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
    • Waterfront features: None
    • Frontage type: Road
    • Frontage length: 100
    Lot
    • Size: 0.69 Acres
    • Dimensions: 100 x 300
    • Features: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Wooded, Rural, Subdivision
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 0102560410000
    • Zoning description: Residential
    • Special conditions: Private

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding, Vinyl Trim
    Condition
    • Year built: 1986

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Private Well
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Houghton - St Helen Lakes Development
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Saint Helen

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $172/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $100,200
    • Annual tax amount: $2,302
    • Date on market: 10/9/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 30 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/9/2026Sold$140,000-3.4%$172/sqft
    Source: MiRealSource #50224483 Report a problem
    10/8/2026Pending sale$144,900$178/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20261068639 Report a problem
    9/15/2026Price change$144,900-3.3%$178/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20261068639 Report a problem
    8/27/2026Listed for sale$149,900+33.8%$184/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20261068639 Report a problem
    6/8/2023Sold$112,000-8.9%$137/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/23/2023Pending sale$122,900$151/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20230028960 Report a problem
    4/25/2023Contingent$122,900$151/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20230028960 Report a problem
    4/23/2023Listed for sale$122,900+69.5%$151/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20230028960 Report a problem
    7/22/2005Sold$72,500$89/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,273 +180%$50,100 +8%
    2024$812 +4.1%$46,400 +17.2%
    2023$780 +2.7%$39,600 +26.5%
    2022$760 +36.8%$31,300 +9.8%
    2021$556 $28,500 +10.9%
    2020-- $25,700 +5.8%
    2019$277 $24,300 +1.7%
    2018-- $23,900 +20.1%
    2016-- $19,900 -0.5%
    2015-- $20,000 +5.3%
    2014-- $19,000 -5.5%
    2013-- $20,100 -2.9%
    2012-- $20,700 -13%
    2011$665 $23,800
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 48656

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Gerrish Higgins School District

    Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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