8841 S 12th St, Portage, MI 49024

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, July 12th from 11am-12pm. Tucked in a peaceful, country-like setting with quick access to US-131 and just minutes from everything Portage and Texas Corners have to offer, is this beautifully maintained 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom ranch home. This home boasts prides of ownership - you'll fall in love with the quality finishes, vaulted ceilings, and updated spaces. And on the exterior, the 1 acre lot with gorgeous landscaping, outdoor living spaces, and large barn will seal the deal. Inside, the main floor offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and features an open-concept kitchen and dining space with vaulted ceilings and a stunning view of the backyard. he kitchen was remodeled in 2008/09 and features extensive cabinetry and countertop space, stainless steel appliances (which stay with the property!), granite countertops installed in 2020/21, durable LVP flooring, and solid wood cabinetry. The living room offers a cozy space to unwind with a large bay window overlooking the front gardens and bird feeders. In 2021, new carpet was installed throughout the main living spaces & hallway. Off the kitchen & dining room, a stunning sunroom features large windows, skylights, wood finishes, a ceiling fan, as well as lights, and electrical outlets - perfect for enjoying views the backyard throughout the seasons. The primary bedroom suite is very spacious and includes vaulted ceilings, a large walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with custom finishes, tile flooring, solid wood cabinetry, and dual vanities. A private composite deck, added in 2022, leads directly from the primary bedroom to the backyard. Two additional bedrooms and another updated full bathroom - with tile floors and solid wood cabinetry - complete the main level. Downstairs, the finished basement offers even more living space and flexibility, with an additional family room. There is also a 4th bedroom downstairs that has an egress window and an attached bonus room that is ideal for hobbies, office space, or storage. The spacious laundry room includes a utility sink with a new automatic pump, washer and dryer, and a refrigerator/freezer combo - all staying with the home. Two unfinished mechanical rooms and concrete-floor crawl space provide ample storage options. The stand up freezer in the mechanical room? - Also staying with the property! Outside is where this property truly shines. A large concrete patio and rear deck off the sunroom make for ideal outdoor entertaining spaces. The yard is filled with carefully curated perennial flowers and multiple water hookups for easy maintenance. A large, fenced-in garden is perfect for vegetables, flowers, or herbs - and it also includes convenient water hookups throughout. A healthy Ash tree, which has been professionally treated for years, shades the serene northeast corner of the yard, where a wooden swing bench invites you to relax with a book or enjoy an afternoon breeze. In the southeast corner, two productive apple trees - one red and one green - offer an abundant harvest each season for homemade pies, applesauce, or dried apples. A fire pit and a 14 ft. x 26ft. barn with concrete floors, full electrical, and lighting, which provides the perfect spot for a workshop, garden shed, or extra storage, completes the inviting backyard. The home has also been updated with new storm doors throughout (2021), and the mechanicals are in excellent shape: furnace (2022), roof (2021), water heater (2024), and a regularly serviced septic system with a riser and lid. The well and septic are both in great working order. Additional features include a generator hookup that has its own electrical panel, capable of powering the water pump, refrigerator, furnace, refrigerator/freezer combo in the basement, and dining room lights in case of an outage. Fiber internet is available through Midwest Energy, with boosters throughout the home and garage that provides excellent connectivity. Thoughtfully placed exterior lighting enhances the curb appeal, making this home shine, even at night. This property is more than just a home - it's a serene, functional, thoughtfully maintained space that's been lovingly cared for and upgraded. Come take a look today!