HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT:: 2.6 prime acres offering exceptional versatility and value. The gated, newly updated 3 pole buildings that are 30x54, 30x40 and 18x40, equipped with robust 600-amp electrical service, numerous furnaces, and mini-split systems, new concrete throughout with hallways connecting to each pole building. A section of one of the buildings includes a full kitchen and full bathroom. Others are ideal for heated storage, hobby, workshop use or any other wants or needs you may have. The buildings are protected with a power security gate. The property also includes an old gutted farmhouse with newer siding and windows that can be remodeled or removed to make way for a custom dream home. Beautiful setting with endless potential and opportunities. This property is two minutes from the highway but yet you feel like you are in the country!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
2.61 acresLot Size
$91Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Rahjah Stahlhood• Coldwell Banker Morehart Realty
Bought with Rahjah Stahlhood• Coldwell Banker Morehart Realty
Est. $1,556 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1981 Watkins Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #64026003661
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$160,000
$91/sq ft
Aug 2, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2026
Price Changed
$229,900
$130/sq ft
Apr 27, 2026
Price Changed
$249,900
$142/sq ft
Mar 22, 2026
Price Changed
$299,900
$170/sq ft
Jan 31, 2026
Listed
$349,900
$198/sq ft
HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT:: 2.6 prime acres offering exceptional versatility and value. The gated, newly updated 3 pole buildings that are 30x54, 30x40 and 18x40, equipped with robust 600-amp electrical service, numerous furnaces, and mini-split systems, new concrete throughout with hallways connecting to each pole building. A section of one of the buildings includes a full kitchen and full bathroom. Others are ideal for heated storage, hobby, workshop use or any other wants or needs you may have. The buildings are protected with a power security gate. The property also includes an old gutted farmhouse with newer siding and windows that can be remodeled or removed to make way for a custom dream home. Beautiful setting with endless potential and opportunities. This property is two minutes from the highway but yet you feel like you are in the country!!!
SW Michigan MLS #26003661
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$160,000
$91/sq ft
Aug 2, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2026
Price Changed
$229,900
$130/sq ft
Apr 27, 2026
Price Changed
$249,900
$142/sq ft
Mar 22, 2026
Price Changed
$299,900
$170/sq ft
Jan 31, 2026
Listed
$349,900
$198/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70513342
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$160,000
$91/sq ft
Aug 2, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 8, 2026
Price Changed
$229,900
$130/sq ft
Apr 28, 2026
Price Changed
$249,900
$142/sq ft
Mar 22, 2026
Price Changed
$299,900
$170/sq ft
Jan 31, 2026
Listed
$349,900
$198/sq ft
HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT:: 2.6 prime acres offering exceptional versatility and value. The gated, newly updated 3 pole buildings that are 30x54, 30x40 and 18x40, equipped with robust 600-amp electrical service, numerous furnaces, and mini-split systems, new concrete throughout with hallways connecting to each pole building. A section of one of the buildings includes a full kitchen and full bathroom. Others are ideal for heated storage, hobby, workshop use or any other wants or needs you may have. The buildings are protected with a power security gate. The property also includes an old gutted farmhouse with newer siding and windows that can be remodeled or removed to make way for a custom dream home. Beautiful setting with endless potential and opportunities. This property is two minutes from the highway but yet you feel like you are in the country!!!
SW Michigan MLS #19055163
Jan 17, 2020
Sold
$125,000
$71/sq ft
Dec 29, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 30, 2019
Price Changed
$185,000
$105/sq ft
Nov 20, 2019
Price Changed
$200,000
$113/sq ft
Nov 15, 2019
Listed
$245,000
$139/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70088624
Jan 17, 2020
Sold
$125,000
$71/sq ft
Nov 15, 2019
Listed
$185,000
$105/sq ft
REALCOMP #64019055163
Jan 17, 2020
Sold
$125,000
$71/sq ft
Nov 15, 2019
Listed
$185,000
$105/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
38.73 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,824
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calhoun County
APN
52-0079-00-200-0
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 10, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 5
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Room Information
Basement: Full, Michigan Basement
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,764
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1880
Roof: Composition
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Recreational
Lot Size Acres: 2.61
Lot Size Area: 2.61
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Pole Barn
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1764.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $6,401.24
Tax Assessed Value: $87,667
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Natural Gas Water Heater
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Location
School Information
High School District: Battle Creek
Location Information
Directions: Watkins Rd to property.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,824
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 38.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Calhoun County
APN: 52-0079-00-200-0
Home facts updated by county records on Jan 9, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Valley View Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.1mi
2/10
Springfield Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
Battle Creek Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
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Historical weather
Battle Creek, MI • 49015
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Battle Creek. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$186,000 – $225,000
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