**THEIR LOSS YOUR GAIN! Back available due to buyer financing falling through last minute, appraised above list price, no fault of seller.** GREAT PROPERTY WITH A GREAT PRICE!! WANT TO OWN NEARLY 5.5 ACRES IN A VERY DESIRED LOCATION & NOT HAVE TO DO ANY UPDATING? It's not too good to be true with this hidden gem. Much bigger than it seems...make this number 1 on your list! This beautifully and recently updated 4 bedroom home is situated on over 5 peaceful wooded acres. Offering modern yet rustic touches throughout, this Ranch offers great entertaining space. You will enjoy the nice open layout on the main floor, modern kitchen with beautiful granite countertops along with an expansive island and snack bar, remodeled tile bathrooms, and beautiful flooring throughout. Pick your choice of master bedroom on main floor or one with ensuite in the lower level. The lower level is mostly finished with a family room, office/den, additional room, and has a walkout to a fenced area overlooking the private backyard. Even the mechanicals and other expensive updates have been done for you. Other perks include central air, replacement windows, and there is plenty of storage room with the 2 car attached garage, barn, shed and old cellar with separate entry. This home has so much to offer you must see in person. You know acreage with a home like this is very hard to find! Call Noelle Pelton 269-579-2319 for a private showing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
5.37 acresLot Size
$140Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Noelle Pelton• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
Bought with Michelle Bennett-Siwula• CENTURY 21 Affiliated
* * THEIR LOSS YOUR GAIN! Back available due to buyer financing falling through last minute, appraised above list price, no fault of seller. * * GREAT PROPERTY WITH A GREAT PRICE!! WANT TO OWN NEARLY 5.5 ACRES IN A VERY DESIRED LOCATION & NOT HAVE TO DO ANY UPDATING? It's not too good to be true with this hidden gem. Much bigger than it seems. .. make this number 1 on your list! This beautifully and recently updated 4 bedroom home is situated on over 5 peaceful wooded acres. Offering modern yet rustic touches throughout, this Ranch offers great entertaining space. You will enjoy the nice open layout on the main floor, modern kitchen with beautiful granite countertops along with an expansive island and snack bar, remodeled tile bathrooms, and beautiful flooring throughout.
REALCOMP #64022021913
Feb 21, 2023
Sold
$265,000
$123/sq ft
Dec 30, 2022
Pending
—
Dec 16, 2022
Price Changed
$250,000
$116/sq ft
Nov 25, 2022
Price Changed
$265,000
$123/sq ft
Nov 3, 2022
Price Changed
$275,000
$128/sq ft
Nov 3, 2022
Relisted
—
Oct 10, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2022
Price Changed
$285,000
$132/sq ft
Aug 4, 2022
Price Changed
$299,900
$139/sq ft
Jul 13, 2022
Price Changed
$307,900
$143/sq ft
Jun 23, 2022
Price Changed
$309,900
$144/sq ft
Jun 3, 2022
Listed
$312,500
$145/sq ft
* * THEIR LOSS YOUR GAIN! Back available due to buyer financing falling through last minute, appraised above list price, no fault of seller. * * GREAT PROPERTY WITH A GREAT PRICE!! WANT TO OWN NEARLY 5.5 ACRES IN A VERY DESIRED LOCATION & NOT HAVE TO DO ANY UPDATING? It's not too good to be true with this hidden gem. Much bigger than it seems. .. make this number 1 on your list! This beautifully and recently updated 4 bedroom home is situated on over 5 peaceful wooded acres. Offering modern yet rustic touches throughout, this Ranch offers great entertaining space. You will enjoy the nice open layout on the main floor, modern kitchen with beautiful granite countertops along with an expansive island and snack bar, remodeled tile bathrooms, and beautiful flooring throughout. Pick your choice of master bedroom on main floor or one with ensuite in the lower level. The lower level is mostly finished with a family room, office/den, additional room, and has a walkout to a fenced area overlooking the private backyard. Even the mechanicals and other expensive updates have been done for you. Other perks include central air, replacement windows, and there is plenty of storage room with the 2 car attached garage, barn, shed and old cellar with separate entry. This home has so much to offer you must see in person. You know acreage with a home like this is very hard to find! Call Noelle Pelton 269-579-2319 for a private showing.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70047879
Aug 2, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 2, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jan 25, 2019
Listed
$212,900
$99/sq ft
REALCOMP #64019003246
Aug 2, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jan 25, 2019
Listed
$212,900
$99/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #19003246
Apr 29, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Apr 23, 2019
Price Changed
$212,900
$99/sq ft
Jan 25, 2019
Listed
$213,900
$99/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #18039298
Jan 23, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Oct 30, 2018
Price Changed
$214,500
$100/sq ft
Sep 24, 2018
Price Changed
$216,000
$100/sq ft
Sep 6, 2018
Price Changed
$218,500
$102/sq ft
Aug 10, 2018
Listed
$219,900
$102/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70029041
Jan 23, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jan 23, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 10, 2018
Listed
$214,500
$100/sq ft
REALCOMP #64018039298
Jan 23, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 10, 2018
Listed
$214,500
$100/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #18002548
Mar 5, 2018
Sold
$194,000
$90/sq ft
Jan 31, 2018
Pending
—
Jan 23, 2018
Listed
$200,000
$93/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #70002245
Mar 5, 2018
Sold
$194,000
$90/sq ft
Jan 23, 2018
Listed
$200,000
$93/sq ft
Jan 23, 2018
Listed
$200,000
$93/sq ft
REALCOMP #64018002548
Mar 5, 2018
Sold
$194,000
$90/sq ft
Jan 23, 2018
Listed
$200,000
$93/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #17050727
Nov 25, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Oct 9, 2017
Listed
$214,900
$100/sq ft
REALCOMP #64017050727
Nov 24, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Oct 7, 2017
Listed
$214,900
$100/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #16044728
Feb 19, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Feb 7, 2017
Price Changed
$199,900
$93/sq ft
Dec 30, 2016
Relisted
—
Dec 7, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 30, 2016
Price Changed
$204,900
$95/sq ft
Nov 9, 2016
Price Changed
$209,900
$98/sq ft
Nov 2, 2016
Price Changed
$214,500
$100/sq ft
Oct 25, 2016
Price Changed
$219,800
$102/sq ft
Oct 14, 2016
Price Changed
$219,900
$102/sq ft
Sep 23, 2016
Price Changed
$224,900
$105/sq ft
Aug 26, 2016
Listed
$229,900
$107/sq ft
REALCOMP #64016044728
Feb 19, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 26, 2016
Listed
$199,900
$93/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #16011893
Apr 21, 2016
Sold
$67,900
$32/sq ft
Apr 11, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 21, 2016
Listed
$68,900
$32/sq ft
REALCOMP #64016011893
Apr 21, 2016
Sold
$67,900
$32/sq ft
Mar 18, 2016
Listed
$68,900
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 7, 2000
Sold
$130,000
$60/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2018320
Jun 22, 2000
Listed
$134,900
$63/sq ft
REALCOMP #64002018320
Jun 22, 2000
Listed
$134,900
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,874 (+2.1%)
2024
$6,730 (+595.0%)
2023
$968 (−76.1%)
2022
$4,051 (+2.7%)
2021
$3,946
Tax history for 3948 Watkins Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,874 (+2.1%)
2024
$6,730 (+595.0%)
2023
$968 (−76.1%)
2022
$4,051 (+2.7%)
2021
$3,946
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
702 ft.
Lot depth
314 ft.
Lot size
5.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,152
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calhoun County
APN
52-0077-00-720-0
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
AG
Agricultural District
It is the purpose of this district to provide rural areas used predominantly for general farming operations. Although urban development is occurring at a substantial rate in the City, agriculture remains an important economic activity, and in the proper interest of the welfare of present and future residents, it is considered necessary to conserve an effective environment for stable, productive agricultural operations.; The regulations of this chapter, therefore, are designed to: Protect and stabilize the essential characteristics of these areas; Minimize conflicting land uses detrimental to farm enterprises; and Exclude development which requires highway, drainage and other public utilities and facilities in excess of those required by agricultural uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
# of Rooms Total: 8
Window Features: Replacement, Window Treatments
Room Information
Basement: Full
Room 1 Information
Room Width: 13
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 16.5
Room 2 Information
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 9
Room Type: Dining Area
Room 3 Information
Room Width: 15
Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 15.5
Room 4 Information
Room Width: 12
Room Length: 30.5
Room Type: Recreation
Room 5 Information
Room Length: 12
Room Type: Laundry
Room Width: 8
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Length: 13
Room Width: 11
Room 7 Information
Room Width: 7
Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room Length: 8
Room 8 Information
Room Length: 13
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Width: 9.5
Room 9 Information
Room Length: 10.5
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Width: 10
Room 10 Information
Room Width: 10
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Length: 14
Room 11 Information
Room Width: 11
Room Type: Other
Room Length: 15
Room 12 Information
Room Width: 7
Room Type: Other
Room Length: 8
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Area Total: 1,152
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1950
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 5.37
Lot Size Area: 5.37
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 2152.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,946
Tax Assessed Value: $85,399
Location
School Information
High School District: Lakeview
Location Information
Directions: Helmer Rd, East on Watkins to home
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Calhoun County
APN: 52-0077-00-720-0
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Minges Brook School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Lakeview Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
6/10
Lakeview High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
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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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Battle Creek, MI • 49015
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10 hrs
2.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$286,000 – $347,000
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