Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds2,500 sqft
3628 Rau Road, West Branch, MI 48661
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
1913Year Built
$123/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Charming country farmhouse on 5 fully fenced acres! This spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features classic hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a full basement. Enjoy peaceful views from the screened-in porch, and take advantage of the large detached garage and outdoor wood-burning stove. Recent updates include a new heating system, and new metal roof making this the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort—ideal for homesteading, hobbies, or quiet country living.Charming country farmhouse on 5 fully fenced acres! This spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features classic hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a full basement. Enjoy peaceful views from the screened-in porch, and take advantage of the large detached garage and outdoor wood-burning stove. Recent updates include a new heating system, and new metal roof making this the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort—ideal for homesteading, hobbies, or quiet country living.
  • Listed by: Amy Palacios 989.390.2316 amy@higginslakeinfo.com Brokerage DRE #6505185536 • RE/MAX of Higgins Lake
Listing closed: 08/22/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 201835451

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$245,000

Avg days on market

92

Sale-to-list ratio

86.5%

West Branch, MI

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$270,000 | 2794 Logging Trail Branch, West Branch, MI 48661
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Square Feet
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Acres
$325,000 | 3690 Rau Road, West Branch, MI 48661
1/26
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Sold 09/19/25

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Square Feet
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Acres
$55,620 | 4178 Rau Road, West Branch, MI 48661
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$375,000 | 2794 Logging 2 Trail, West Branch, MI 48661
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$375,000

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2,800
Square Feet
12.03
Acres
$235,000 | 338 North 1st Street, West Branch, IA 52358
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$235,000

Sold 11/04/24

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Bedrooms
2,092
Square Feet
0.2
Acres
$218,000 | 329 North 4th Street, Unit LOT: 5 &, West Branch, MI 48661
1/24
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$218,000

Sold 05/30/25

5
Bedrooms
1,882
Square Feet
0.39
Acres
$218,000 | 329 North 4th Street, West Branch, MI 48661
1/24
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$218,000

Sold 05/30/25

5
Bedrooms
1,882
Square Feet
0.39
Acres

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Property Information for 3628 Rau Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: T21N R1E
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I-75 to west on Cook Rd - turn right onto Rau Rd for 2 miles - home on right.
  • Latitude: 44.23341424
  • Longitude: -84.26592057
  • Township: Edwards
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 003-002-018-00
  • Tax Block: Sec 02
School Information
  • Elementary School: Ogemaw Heights
  • High School: Ogemaw Heights
  • High School District: West Branch
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 330 x 660
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 217800.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Building Area Total: 2500.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1913
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Vegetation: Natural State
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven, Range
  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Propane, See Remarks, Wood
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Simulated Wood
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Window Features: Drapes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Dimensions: 12 x 14
Room 2
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Dimensions: 8 x 15
Room 3
  • Type: Living Room
  • Dimensions: 28 x 18.5
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Dimensions: 11.5 x 15.5
Room 5
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room 6
  • Type: Laundry
Room 7
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Description: Half
  • Dimensions: 2.5 x 8
Room 8
  • Type: Bathroom 1
  • Description: Full
  • Dimensions: 7 x 5.5
Room 9
  • Dimensions: 9 x 12
Room 10
  • Dimensions: 7 x 15 x 8 x 17
Room 11
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Dimensions: 14.8 x 12
Room 12
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Dimensions: 9.5 x 12

Property History for 3628 Rau Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 22, 2025

Sold

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201835451

$307,500
Jul 29, 2025

Contract Signed

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201835451

Jul 15, 2025

Contract Out

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201835451

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/22/2025

Sold

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201835451

$307,500
07/29/2025

Contract Signed

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201835451

07/15/2025

Contract Out

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS #201835451

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

Public Records for 3628 Rau Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$1,578 ($132 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyOGEMAWAPN003-002-018-00

Schools near 3628 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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This home: 3628 Rau Road, West Branch, MI 48661
$307,500
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2,500
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