A grand historic farmhouse rich with charm and timeless craftsmanship. From the original woodwork to the beautiful architectural details throughout. While the home needs some cosmetic updating, it is priced accordingly, giving you the opportunity to add your own vision and style. The irreplaceable architectural features are already here and the major updates have already been completed! Including newer windows, newer roof, updated electrical, a remodeled bathroom, newer furnace, newer hot water heater and more. Situated on 1.55 acres in a peaceful country setting, this spacious home offers two kitchens, a large dining area, an inviting living room, one main-floor bedroom, four additional bedrooms upstairs and a walk-in closet. Outside, you'll find a large barn, expansive decks, lovely garden spaces and two oversized driveways with separate entrances. Bring your paintbrush and your imagination. This is a rare opportunity to blend historic character with your own personal style and create something truly special.
For sale
$175,000
970 Cass Avenue Rd, Bay City, MI 48708
5beds
2,195sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1894
1.55 Acres Lot
$149,700 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original woodworkLovely garden spacesBeautiful architectural details throughoutRemodeled bathroomExpansive decksOne main-floor bedroomWalk-in closet
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ruthy Moura 989-909-5980,
Century 21 Signature Realty 989-921-7000
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50211295
Originating MLS: Saginaw Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Saginaw Board of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Length: 0
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,195
- Total interior livable area: 2,195 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,195
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 0
Lot
- Size: 1.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 67,518
Details
- Parcel number: 13004130005000
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farm House,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bay City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $80/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,436
- Date on market: 6/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$149,700
$108,000 - $190,000
$1,402/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000+677.8%$80/sqft |
Source:  MiRealSource #50211295 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/1978 | Sold | $22,500$10/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,380 +5.1% | $84,400 +33.8% |
| 2024 | $1,314 +4.1% | $63,100 +19.1% |
| 2023 | $1,262 +7.2% | $53,000 +12.1% |
| 2022 | $1,178 +4.9% | $47,300 +12.1% |
| 2021 | $1,123 +3.3% | $42,200 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $1,087 +2.3% | $39,300 +10.4% |
| 2019 | $1,063 | $35,600 +9.2% |
| 2018 | $1,063 -29.1% | $32,600 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $1,499 | $31,600 +5% |
| 2016 | $1,499 | $30,100 +1.7% |
| 2015 | $1,499 | $29,600 +1.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $29,100 +0.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $28,900 -3.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $30,000 +1% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,700 -0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $29,900 -5.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $31,600 -3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $32,700 +2.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $32,000 +3.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $30,900 +1.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $30,400 +1.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,000 +3.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $29,000 +2.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $28,300 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48708
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hampton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Handy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.5 mi
- 6/10Bay City Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Bay City School District
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- Michigan
- Bay County
- Portsmouth
- 48708
- 970 Cass Avenue Rd
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