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5 beds3,186 sqft$56/sqft
5161 Dixon Road, Vassar, MI 48768
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.63 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$56/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

All of the charm of a 1900s farmhouse, with little fuss- in Caro Schools! Over 3,000 sq ft with updated vinyl siding, roof less than 10 years, updated kitchen with newer appliances, updated first-floor laundry, and most windows replaced. 2 acres with no close neighbors, fruit trees, and over 5,000 sq ft of outbuilding space. Don't let the worn paint scare you, 3/4 barns have metal roofs, and all have cement floors + electricity and are super functional! The largest barn is 56x63'. First-floor master...All of the charm of a 1900s farmhouse, with little fuss- in Caro Schools! Over 3,000 sq ft with updated vinyl siding, roof less than 10 years, updated kitchen with newer appliances, updated first-floor laundry, and most windows replaced. 2 acres with no close neighbors, fruit trees, and over 5,000 sq ft of outbuilding space. Don't let the worn paint scare you, 3/4 barns have metal roofs, and all have cement floors + electricity and are super functional! The largest barn is 56x63'. First-floor master bedroom with en suite bathroom, original hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace in living room, and dry basement for storage. This home is sure to charm you as soon as pull into the driveway!
  • Listed by: Rachel M Opperman 989.385.1959 rachel@jmwrealestate.info Brokerage DRE #6505370278 • JMW Real Estate
Listing closed: 01/25/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Realcomp, MLS#: 2200092971

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$201,000

Avg days on market

61

Sale-to-list ratio

89.7%

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Location

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Property Information for 5161 Dixon Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,266 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 1.63 AC / 71,002 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Traveling E on W Caro Rd (M-81), past S Vassar. Turn N on S Kirk, then E on Dixon. Home located on S side, just before Higgins.
  • Latitude: 43.466009
  • Longitude: -83.545786
  • Township: Tuscola JUNIATA TWP
  • Cross Street: S of W Caro/E of Higgins
  • MLS Area Major: Juniata Twp (79014)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 014008000015000
  • Tax Amount Summer: $673.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: $1,593.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,266.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $67,200.00
  • Tax Legal Description: JU-8 SEC 8 T12N R8E COM AT A PT 793.28 FT E OF N 1/4 COR OF SD SEC, TH CONTN E ALG SD N LN 215 FT, S 330 FT, W 215 FT, N 330 FT TO POB. 1.63 A.
  • Association: No
School Information
  • High School District: Caro
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 214.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.63
  • Lot Size Area: 1.63
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 214x330x214x330
  • Lot Features: South West Shading
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Feet: 214
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Horse Amenities: Hay Storage, Barn
  • Horse: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 67200.0
  • Living Area: 3186.0
  • Building Area Total: 4779.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3186.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 1593.0
  • Below Grade Total Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Prior Listing
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Grain Storage, Hay Barn, Sheds, Stables
  • Year Built: 1900
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Entry Location: Ground Levelw Steps
  • Foundation Details: Michigan Basement, Stone, Sump Pump
  • Levels: Two
  • Year Remodeled: 2010
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Walk Up Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Water Heater Fuel: Electric
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 15
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 12
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 10
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 4
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 4.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 15
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 9
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 6
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 26
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 26.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 15
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 9
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 15
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 5161 Dixon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 25, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #689304462

$180,000

+18.8% / yr

Jan 25, 2021

Sold

Realcomp #2200092971

$180,000
Jan 25, 2021

Sold

MiRealSource #40122381

$180,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/25/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #689304462

$180,000

+18.8% / yr

01/25/2021

Sold

Realcomp #2200092971

$180,000
01/25/2021

Sold

MiRealSource #40122381

$180,000

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

Public Records for 5161 Dixon Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,348 ($279 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt3,186 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,186 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,593 SqFtLot Size71,003 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900CountyTUSCOLAAPN014-008-000-0150-00

Schools near 5161 Dixon Road

This home is within Caro Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
McComb Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Schall Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Caro Middle School
Public6 to 8

Caro Alternative High School
Public7 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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