Sold
Last Sold Price
67,954 Lot Size1.56 Acres

491 Peterson Road, Ionia, MI 48846

LandProperty Type
1.56 acresLot Size

Description

Discover the opportunity to create exactly what you've been looking for on this spacious 1.56-acre buildable corner lot in Orleans Township. Whether you're dreaming of building a custom home, starting a business, or investing in land with outstanding potential, this property offers the flexibility to make your vision a reality. According to Orleans Township, the property may be used for residential or commercial purposes, and the township does not have a zoning ordinance, giving buyers a rare level...Discover the opportunity to create exactly what you've been looking for on this spacious 1.56-acre buildable corner lot in Orleans Township. Whether you're dreaming of building a custom home, starting a business, or investing in land with outstanding potential, this property offers the flexibility to make your vision a reality. According to Orleans Township, the property may be used for residential or commercial purposes, and the township does not have a zoning ordinance, giving buyers a rare level of freedom when planning future development. Electricity is available at the road, making the property even more appealing for those ready to build. The generous corner location provides excellent access and plenty of space for a home, business, garage, pole barn, or other improvements. Conveniently located just minutes from Ionia while offering the peace and privacy of a country setting, this versatile parcel is a rare opportunity with endless possibilities.
  • Listed by: Andrew S Bigelow 910.750.9220 andrew@bigelowrealestate.com Brokerage DRE #6503407062 • Bellabay Realty (North)
Listing closed: 09/14/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Michigan Regional Information Center, MLS#: 26033349
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Principal and Interest

$267

Property Taxes

$110

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 491 Peterson Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,321 / year
  • MLS Type: Land / Lot
  • County: Ionia County

Building Information

  • Lot Size: 1.56 AC

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Peterson and Marquetterd
  • Municipality: Orleans Twp
  • Directions: Going North on State Road take a left on Peterson Road until you come to the intersection of Peterson and Marquette Road
  • Street #: 491
  • Street Name: Peterson
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Ionia
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 48846
  • County: Ionia
  • Latitude: 43.03907
  • Longitude: -85.084131
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 24099.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Seller's Annual Property Tax: $1,321
  • Tax ID #: 120-036-000-125-01
  • Homestead: 0
  • SEV: 48800
School Information
  • High School: Ionia High School
  • Middle School: Ionia Middle School
  • Elementary School: Rb Boyce Elementary School
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling Hills, Buildable, Corner Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 253ft x 345ft
  • Waterfront: No
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 1.56
  • Lot Square Footage: 67954.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.56
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Legal: COM AT NW COR OF W 1/2 OF SE 1/4 AS LIES E OF CEN OF HWY AS NOW LAID OUT & USED ALG OR NEAR W LI OF SD W 1/2 OF SE 1/4 OF SEC 36 & FROM POB, TH S 360 FT, E 241 FT, N 360 FT, W 241 FT TO POB. SEC 36-8-7
  • Property Sub-Type: Lot
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Land
  • Current Use: Residential, Recreational
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Mineral Rights: Yes
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, None
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available
  • Utilities Attached: None
  • Water: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Street Type: Dirt
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 0.0

Rental

Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional, Rural Development

Property History for 491 Peterson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 14, 2026

Sold

Realcomp #65026033349

$50,000—
Sep 14, 2026

Sold

MiRealSource #70543033

$50,000—
Sep 14, 2026

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #26033349

$50,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/14/2026

Sold

Realcomp #65026033349

$50,000
09/14/2026

Sold

MiRealSource #70543033

$50,000
09/14/2026

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #26033349

$50,000

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

Public records

491 Peterson Road

Beds

0

Baths

1

Total Finished SqFt

1,152 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,152 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

67,954 SqFt

Schools near 491 Peterson Road

This home is within Ionia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
R.B. Boyce Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Ionia Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ionia High School
Public9 to 12

Emerson School
PublicPK to 5

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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