Your dream farm and chance to live the country life are here in Benzonia. This enchanting 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath exquisitely remodeled farmhouse, detached garage and newer Morton pole building sit attractively on 26 pastoral acres. Work the land or lease the tillable acreage currently planted in hay. Launch your kayak and fish at the nearby Betsie River public access or travel a couple minutes east of your paved driveway to village amenities. The house sits on a knoll for long-distance countryside views with a privacy line of trees beside the yard. The home’s main floor includes a bedroom as well as a full bath and laundry separated by a hallway from the large eat-in kitchen area. This space could easily become a family room, with its gas woodstove and charming brick hearth, ceiling fan, and glass doors to the low-maintenance deck. In the kitchen you will find custom cabinetry, a deep famer’s sink, Corian counters, a gas stove/oven and wood flooring. The formal dining room features a built-in hutch and shares a service counter with the kitchen. A main level parlor room with fieldstone surround natural fireplace and marble mantle opens to the living room, providing overflow for guests as you entertain. The second floor features 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and a private half bath off the main bedroom. This bedroom also includes a built-in desk, cupboards and wardrobe, and a window seat. The full-sized bathroom features a pedestal sink and tiled shower with glass doors. Tall ceilings, wainscoting, wide baseboard moldings, the south-facing covered front porch add farmhouse ambiance. A full basement and two attics provide ample storage. Improvements include the electrical system, natural gas forced air furnace with attached woodburner, water softener, Andersen windows, chimney, vinyl siding, pole barn and septic. Live like a fabled country mouse in a scenic setting.
Sold for $465,000 on 02/21/23
$465,000
6254 River Rd, Benzonia, MI 49616
4beds
2,248sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
26 Acres Lot
$611,400 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$2,614 Estimated rent
Home value
$611,400
$556,000 - $685,000
$2,614/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 26, 2023 at 05:07am
Listed by:
Christine Stapleton Cell:231-499-2698,
Stapleton Realty 231-326-4000
Bought with:
Carly Petrucci, 6501377360
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-522
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1907848
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 114.45
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 10.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154.56
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 11.2
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 155.25
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.5
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 155.25
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165.93
- Dimensions: 16.11 x 10.3
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 215.6
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 219.24
- Dimensions: 17.4 x 12.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Solid Surface Counters, Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,248
- Total interior livable area: 2,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,248
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Concrete Floors, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 26 Acres
- Dimensions: 1320 x 990 x 1103 x 590 x 350
- Features: Previously Farmed, Cleared, Rolling Slope, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building(s)
- Parcel number: 100202702302 & 00
- Zoning description: Residential,Outbuildings Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
- Major remodel year: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Benzonia
- Subdivision: NA
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/21/2023 | Sold | $465,000-1%$207/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1907848 | ||
| 1/27/2023 | Contingent | $469,900$209/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1907848 | ||
| 1/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $469,900$209/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1907848 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,732 +1.8% | $211,600 +24% |
| 2023 | $1,701 | $170,700 +24.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $137,200 +5.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49616
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Homestead Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Benzie Central Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Benzie Central Sr. High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Benzie County Central Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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