$465,000 for Sale
175 bishop road, sterling, MI 48659
| Beds 4 | Baths 2 | 2,538 Sqft | 10.00 Acres |
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Property Description
Extremely rare opportunity to own this true Craftsman's dream on 10 wooded acres near the Rifle River. Built with uncompromising quality & craftsmanship. This extraordinary farmhouse-style estate reflects an era when homes were designed to last for generations. Every detail showcases the perfectionist vision of its original owner & builder. Nestled on 10 picturesque acres with a seasonal stream that meanders thru the property with abundant wildlife. Hidden in the woods on a paved road, yet only a few minutes from Sterling-Standish schools. This property offers privacy, recreation, and timeless character. Enjoy mornings on the expansive covered porch or take a short walk to the nearby Rifle River. The home features classic farmhouse architecture, a durable metal roof, spacious rooms & rich character throughout. Offering four bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The primary bedroom includes its own wood-burning fireplace, while a second fireplace anchors the inviting family room. Views of the surrounding woods from every window. A full basement provides endless possibilities for storage, recreation, or future finishing. A major highlight is the 1,800-sq-foot unfinished two-story addition connected by a breezeway. Structurally complete with spray foam insulation& radiant floor heat already plumbed, it awaits only drywall& finishing touches, soaring ceilings and expansive open space. Incredible potential for entertainment, recreation, guest accommodations, or home business. Complementing the property is an extraordinary 100' x 40'+ pole barn that has previously housed fire trucks, making it ideal for collectors, contractors, equipment storage, RVs, or workshop space. 3 vehicle doors, concrete floors and electricity throughout the barn. You can hunt, fish, camp; & enjoy nearby eats & shops. This unique property combines exceptional craftsmanship, acreage, river access, extensive outbuildings & unlimited potential. Truly rare legacy property offering a lifestyle few can match.
General Information
Sale Price: $465,000
Price/SqFt: $183
Status: Active
MLS#: rcomi20261044396
City: clayton twp
Post Office: sterling
Schools: standish-sterling
County: Arenac
Acres: 10
Lot Dimensions: 43000x43000
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:2 (1 full, 1 half)
House Size: 2,538 sq.ft.
Acreage: 10 est.
Year Built: 1985
Property Type: Single Family
Style: Colonial,Farmhouse,Craftsman
Features & Room Sizes
Bedroom 1:
Bedroom 2 :
Bedroom 3:
Bedroom 4:
Family Room:
Greatroom:
Dinning Room:
Kitchen:
Livingroom:
Pole Buildings:
Paved Road: Paved
Garage: 6 or More
Garage Description: Electricity,Detached,Drive Through,Driveway,Oversized
Construction: Vinyl
Exterior: Vinyl
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Description: Natural
Basement: Yes
Basement Description: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed
Foundation : Basement
Heating: Forced Air
Fuel: Propane
Waste: Septic Tank (Existing)
Watersource: Well (Existing)
Tax, Fees & Legal
Home warranty: No
Est. Summer Taxes: $1,034
Est. Winter Taxes: $3,246
Legal Description: T20N R4E SEC 34 N 1/2 OF S 1/2 OF NE 1/4 OF SE 1/4. ACRES = 10.00

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Listing By: Julie Trauben of Five Star Real Estate-Commerce, Phone: (248) 313-2880