Fish for trout, Salmon & Steelhead right out your back door! This barndominium sits atop one of Michigan's finest trout rivers, the Big South Branch of the Pere Marquette River! The 24x32 pole barn has been converted into a living space with propane heat & a full kitchen and bath. There is even an additional 1/2 bath in the 12x14 storage shed nearby! This place was built for enjoying the water with a covered picnic area & fire pit overlooking the river. Fish, kayak, canoe, or just relax & listen to the flowing water while roasting marshmallows over the fire. For those who like to hunt, there is plenty of public land nearby as well. If you love to fish, or you're just looking for a fun place to get away, be sure to check this one out! Measurements are approximate and should be verified.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$189Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Justin Olk Whitetail Properties West Central Michigan Olk• Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
Fish for trout, Salmon & Steelhead right out your back door! This barndominium sits atop one of Michigan's finest trout rivers, the Big South Branch of the Pere Marquette River! The 24x32 pole barn has been converted into a living space with propane heat & a full kitchen and bath. There is even an additional 1/2 bath in the 12x14 storage shed nearby! This place was built for enjoying the water with a covered picnic area & fire pit overlooking the river. Fish, kayak, canoe, or just relax & listen to the flowing water while roasting marshmallows over the fire. For those who like to hunt, there is plenty of public land nearby as well. If you love to fish, or you're just looking for a fun place to get away, be sure to check this one out!Measurements are approximate and should be verified.
REALCOMP #68023018672
Oct 23, 2023
Sold
$100,000
$130/sq ft
Sep 27, 2023
Pending
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Jul 30, 2023
Price Changed
$119,900
$156/sq ft
Jun 29, 2023
Price Changed
$129,900
$169/sq ft
Jun 2, 2023
Listed
$139,900
$182/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$1,321 (+74.6%)
2021
$757 (+207.1%)
2020
$246 (−74.9%)
2019
$981 (+3.3%)
2018
$950 (+1.6%)
2017
$934 (+2.1%)
2016
$915
2014
$915 (+2.7%)
2013
$891
Tax history for 8725 E Ruth Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$1,321 (+74.6%)
2021
$757 (+207.1%)
2020
$246 (−74.9%)
2019
$981 (+3.3%)
2018
$950 (+1.6%)
2017
$934 (+2.1%)
2016
$915
2014
$915 (+2.7%)
2013
$891
*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
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oceana County
APN
004-600-032-00
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Wall Furnace
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 1
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator
Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Basement: Slab
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Barndominium
Building Area Total: 768
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 2000
Roof: Composition
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Lot Size Area: 0.41
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Big S Branch of Pere
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 768.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,320.98
Tax Assessed Value: $21,777
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Propane Water Heater
Location
School Information
High School District: Walkerville
Location Information
Directions: North Ruth Dr south to East Ruth Dr. E Ruth Dr west to property (shortly after E Ruth changes to gravel)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Oceana County
APN: 004-600-032-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Walkerville Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 7.1mi
Walkerville Public School
Public 3-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Branch, MI • 49402
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$139,000 – $168,000
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