Unique 2025-built property just minutes from West Branch offering a move-in-ready home plus a substantial unfinished second structure with excellent future potential. The approximately 625 sq. ft. main residence is a fully finished one-bedroom, one-bath home featuring an inviting open layout, LifeProof laminate flooring throughout, recessed lighting, a full kitchen with newer appliances and ample cabinetry, a comfortable living area, separate bedroom, full bath, and dedicated utility/laundry room. Natural gas forced-air heat, along with supplemental mini-split heating and cooling, provides year-round comfort. The home also features low-maintenance steel siding and roofing, vinyl windows, and is being offered fully furnished. A new 5-inch well and 1,000-gallon septic system service the property. New concrete sidewalks provide convenient access around the grounds and connect the two structures. The second structure was also built in 2025 and measures approximately 14x40 with an additional approximately 12x12 section. It features a metal roof, T1-11 siding, vinyl windows, concrete floor and plumbing already in place. The interior remains unfinished, giving the next owner the opportunity to complete the space to suit their needs. The structure is currently classified as a shed and may offer potential for future living space subject to all applicable zoning, permits and governmental approvals. Convenient access from M-55, a horseshoe-style driveway and a location between the West Branch and Prescott areas make this an appealing year-round home, Up North getaway, or unique property for someone looking for newer construction with substantial additional space and possibilities.
For sale
$135,000
978 E M 55, West Branch, MI 48661
1beds
625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.34 Acres Lot
$132,000 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Horseshoe-style drivewayInviting open layoutSeparate bedroomMetal roofNatural gas forced-air heatMove-in-ready homeFully furnished
- 13 days
- 833
- 43
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeffrey Thompson 989-274-4045,
Thompson State Wide Real Estate 989-480-8088
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1949679
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Kitchen
- Area: 119
- Dimensions: 17 x 7
Living room
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Window A/C Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Drywall, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, DSL, WiFi
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 625
- Total interior livable area: 625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 625
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Dirt
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 150
- Features: Cleared, Level, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 00115000600
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV, TV Antenna
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Supervisor's Plat of Richway
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: West Branch
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $27,420
- Annual tax amount: $1,139
- Price range: $135K - $135K
- Date on market: 8/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$132,000
$125,000 - $139,000
$846/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $135,000$216/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,067 +70.8% | $26,700 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $624 +2.4% | $24,700 +22.3% |
| 2023 | $610 +7.3% | $20,200 +33.8% |
| 2022 | $568 -16.6% | $15,100 +12.7% |
| 2021 | $682 | $13,400 -25.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $17,900 +19.3% |
| 2018 | $442 -27.2% | $15,000 -11.8% |
| 2017 | $608 | $17,000 +9% |
| 2016 | $608 +0.3% | $15,600 -8.2% |
| 2015 | $606 +305.6% | $17,000 +9% |
| 2014 | $149 | $15,600 +6.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $14,700 -8.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $16,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $16,000 -1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $16,200 |
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Neighborhood: 48661
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Whittemore-Prescott Area Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







