Take a look at this charming property! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home on almost 27 acres is a peaceful retreat with plenty of space for the outdoor enthusiast and boasts two large greenhouses and a small pond. This home features an open kitchen and dining area making the home feel spacious and inviting. There is a large storage shed with a metal roof offering extra durability. A smaller shed sits closer to the home for additional storage. In between West Branch and Gladwin for added convenience and access to dining, entertainment, shopping and much more. New well in 2021.
Take a look at this charming property! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home on almost 27 acres is a peaceful retreat with plenty of space for the outdoor enthusiast and boasts two large greenhouses and a small pond. This home features an open kitchen and dining area making the home feel spacious and inviting. There is a large storage shed with a metal roof offering extra durability. A smaller shed sits closer to the home for additional storage. In between West Branch and Gladwin for added convenience and access to dining, entertainment, shopping and much more. New well in 2021.
Greater Lansing AoR #41028323
Dec 4, 2020
Sold
$100,000
$63/sq ft
Nov 9, 2020
Listed
$79,900
$50/sq ft
Nov 9, 2020
Listed
$79,900
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$612 (−66.2%)
2024
$1,809 (+217.4%)
2023
$570 (−61.5%)
2022
$1,479 (+303.0%)
2020
$367 (−62.5%)
2019
$978 (+8.8%)
2018
$899 (+2.3%)
2017
$879 (+3.5%)
2016
$849 (+0.4%)
2015
$846 (−1.5%)
2014
$859 (+0.8%)
2013
$852
Tax history for 5566 Bensch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$612 (−66.2%)
2024
$1,809 (+217.4%)
2023
$570 (−61.5%)
2022
$1,479 (+303.0%)
2020
$367 (−62.5%)
2019
$978 (+8.8%)
2018
$899 (+2.3%)
2017
$879 (+3.5%)
2016
$849 (+0.4%)
2015
$846 (−1.5%)
2014
$859 (+0.8%)
2013
$852
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
26.99 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gladwin County
APN
040-018-300-003-00
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Interior Features
Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Bedroom Information
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 18 x 10
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14 x 8
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=8
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Main): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Dimension: 9 x 9
Dining Room Dimension: 9 x 14
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Dimensions: 13 x 27
Laundry/Basement Information
Laundry Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Dimensions: 9 x 8
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Type: Slab
Property Features
Water Features: None
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Private Pond
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed, Greenhouse
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1977
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Wooded
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 26.99
Frontage: 0
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Summer Tax Year: 2024
Summer Tax Amount: $596
Winter Tax Year: 2023
Winter Tax Amount: $1,161
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Wood, LP/Propane Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1583
School Information
School District: West Branch - Rose City Area Sch
School District: West Branch - Rose City Area Sch
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: M30 S TO BENSCH ROAD, LEFT TO PROPERTY ON LEFT.
Municipality: Bourret Twp
Mail City: Alger
Subdivision: N/A
Municipality: Bourret Twp
Area (Municipality): Bourret Twp (26004)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 26.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Gladwin County
APN: 040-018-300-003-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Northeastern Michigan Board of R
Around this home
Schools
Surline Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 10.7mi
6/10
Surline Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 10.7mi
5/10
Ogemaw Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.5mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Alger, MI • 48610
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$263,000 – $319,000
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