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4 beds2,250 sqft$156/sqft
1686 Rau Road, West Branch, MI 48661
Est: $1,930/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.3 acresLot Size
2001Year Built
$156/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Rare find is this 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath move in ready home setting on 1.3 acre property close to all the amenities that West Branch has to offer. Very quiet secluded area with plenty of wildlife that comes into the yard. The master bed/bath is on the main floor and has been set up with a handicap accessible bathroom. There is also a handicap ramp in the 2 car attached garage. The rear deck opens up to the fenced in rear yard where you can set out in the peace and quiet and enjoy your favorite beverage....Rare find is this 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath move in ready home setting on 1.3 acre property close to all the amenities that West Branch has to offer. Very quiet secluded area with plenty of wildlife that comes into the yard. The master bed/bath is on the main floor and has been set up with a handicap accessible bathroom. There is also a handicap ramp in the 2 car attached garage. The rear deck opens up to the fenced in rear yard where you can set out in the peace and quiet and enjoy your favorite beverage. This is on a dead end road with only a couple of neighbors past the property.
35 days on Market
Last updated: 08/13/2026 06:57 AM • Source: MiRealSource, MLS#: 80072179

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Property Information for 1686 Rau Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Lot Size: 1.30 AC / 56,628 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: R004
  • Directions: From West Branch take I75 bus loop to S M76 and turn south on M76. Take M76 south to Raqu road and turn left. Take Rau road to the house on the left.
  • Latitude: 44.233855
  • Longitude: -84.192415
  • MLS Area Major: Horton Twp (65007)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 007-004-012-35
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,478.92
  • Tax Assessed Value: 61613
School Information
  • High School District: West Branch Rose City
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.3
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 254x241
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2250.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Total: 2250.0
  • Living Area: 2250.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Levels: Two
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Block
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Exhaust Fan, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 12x6
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Laundry
  • Width: 6.0
Room 2
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 12x12
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 16x14
  • Length: 16.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Width: 14.0
Room 4
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 16x14
  • Length: 16.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 20x16
  • Length: 20.0
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 11x10
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 11x10
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Dimensions: 14x11
  • Length: 14.0
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Type: Bath Full
Room 10
  • Type: Bath Full
Room 11
  • Type: Bath Lav

Property History for 1686 Rau Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80072179

$349,900
Aug 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

Realcomp #77080072179

$349,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/10/2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80072179

$349,900
08/10/2026

Listed (Active)

Realcomp #77080072179

$349,900

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

Public Records for 1686 Rau Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$1,462 ($122 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size56,628 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyOGEMAWAPN007-004-012-35

Schools near 1686 Rau Road

This home is within West Branch-Rose City Area Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Surline Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Surline Middle School
Public5 to 8

Ogemaw Heights High School
Public9 to 12

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1686 Rau Road is a single family home for sale in West Branch, MI 48661. This property was listed for sale on August 10, 2026 by MORRIS-RICHARDSON RE, it's currently listed at $349,900. This listing's school district is West Branch-Rose City Area Schools. Nearby schools include Surline Elementary School, Surline Middle School and Ogemaw Heights High School. 1686 Rau Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,250 sqft single family home built in 2001.

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