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5 beds2,735 sqft$240/sqft
12225 Watkins Road, Manchester, MI 48158
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.41 acresLot Size
2001Year Built
$240/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

310' Waterfront on Half Moon Lake and over 3.4 acres offering views that are worthy of such a beautifully crafted log home. Minutes from Brooklyn and an easy commute to Ann Arbor, yet the feeling of being on your own special retreat. Geothermal heating combined with the energy efficiency of the logs, reverse osmosis, impressive mechanicals make this a smart house! Walk out basement has plenty of space with extra bedroom, and living space. Main floor master with heated master bath floors and many...310' Waterfront on Half Moon Lake and over 3.4 acres offering views that are worthy of such a beautifully crafted log home. Minutes from Brooklyn and an easy commute to Ann Arbor, yet the feeling of being on your own special retreat. Geothermal heating combined with the energy efficiency of the logs, reverse osmosis, impressive mechanicals make this a smart house! Walk out basement has plenty of space with extra bedroom, and living space. Main floor master with heated master bath floors and many special features to enjoy. Grand fireplace with the soaring ceilings and view of the water will capture your imagination. The expansive deck with awnings are ready for summer fun. The heated bonus room over the garage perfect for a home office or hobby. This homestead radiates comfort and class!
  • Listed by: TIMOTHY CREECH 517.612.9735 TimCreechHelpedMe@gmail.com • Five Star Real Estate
Listing closed: 05/17/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Michigan Regional Information Center, MLS#: 24009471

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 12225 Watkins Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,856 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • View: Water
  • Zoning: Residential
  • ZoningDescription: Residential
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Architectural Style: Log Home
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Lot Size: 3.41 AC / 148,540 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: US 12 to Wamplers Lk (US 124)
  • Municipality: Manchester Twp
  • Body of Water: Half Moon Lake
  • Directions: US 12 to Wamplers Lake (124) to Wellwood to Watkins Road
  • Area - Major: Jackson County - JX
  • Street #: 12225
  • Street Name: Watkins
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Brooklyn
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49230
  • County: Washtenaw
  • Latitude: 42.08428
  • Longitude: -84.13134
  • Area - Minor: Jackson County - JX
  • Water Type: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 217822.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: P-16-31-200-023
  • Homestead: 100
  • SEV: 224400
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Y/N: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Driveway: Gravel, Paved
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 1
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • SqFt Source: Measured
  • Lot Dimensions: 270x460x330x500
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 178.0
  • Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2735.0
  • SqFt Above Grade: 2557.0
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 3.41
  • Lot Square Footage: 148540.0
  • Lot Size Area: 3.41
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Legal: MA 31-6F-3 PCL ''3'' COM AT NW COR OF SEC 31. THE S 00-15-30 W 530.FT TO POB, TH N 89-27-20 E 500 FT, TH S 00-15-30 W 270 FT, THE S 89-27-20 W 45 FT, THE S 81-57-30 W 459.77FT, THE N 00-15-30 E 330.00 FT TI POB PT OF NW 1/4 SEC 31, T4S-R3E. 3.41 AC
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • New Construction: No
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 02-27-2024 09:52:17 PM
  • Video Groups: 1
  • Mineral Rights: No
  • Accessibility Features YN: No
  • Income Property: No
  • Waterfront Options WaterFrontage: 310
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch(es)
  • Stories: 2
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Fea Amenities: No Wake, Private Frontage, View
  • Street Type: Public
  • Exterior Material: Log
  • Roofing: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Substructure: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch(es), Deck
  • Landscape: Flower Garden, Fruit Trees
  • Landscape : Flower Garden: Yes
  • Landscape : Fruit Trees: Yes
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant, Wall Furnace
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Hot Tub Spa, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning, Gas/Wood Stove
  • Room Total: 20
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Central
  • Total Baths: 3.0
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.5
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.1
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Geothermal
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant, Wall Furnace
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Kitchen Features: Eating Area
  • Additional Items: Basement Finished, Ceiling Fan(s), Ensuite, Garage Door Opener, Gas/Wood Stove, Generator Hook-up, Hot Tub Spa
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Half Baths: 1.0
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Main Half Baths: 0
  • Main Level SQFT: 1549
  • Total Beds Above Grade: 4
  • Basement Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Basement Finished SQFT: 178.0
  • Basement Full Baths: 0.0
  • Basement Half Baths: 0.0
  • Total Basement SQFT: 1382.0
  • Main Level Primary: Yes
  • # of Outbuildings: 1.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Property History for 12225 Watkins Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 17, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1536390458

$657,500

+12.3% / yr

May 17, 2024

Sold

MiRealSource #70391935

$657,500
May 17, 2024

Sold

Realcomp #55024009471

$657,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/17/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1536390458

$657,500

+12.3% / yr

05/17/2024

Sold

MiRealSource #70391935

$657,500
05/17/2024

Sold

Realcomp #55024009471

$657,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12225 Watkins Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$10,337 ($861 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,238 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,238 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,492 SqFtLot Size148,540 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001Year Renovated2001ZoningAR AGRCountyWASHTENAWAPNP -16-31-200-023

Schools near 12225 Watkins Road

This home is within Columbia School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Columbia Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Columbia Middle School
Public3 to 6

Columbia Central High School
Public7 to 12

Columbia Step Up
PublicK to 12

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