Secluded sanctuary in the woods with stunning elevated view of private pond. Just off the paved road, walking distance to Winans Lake beach house. Southern exposure with lots of glass. Inviting screened porch, frog pond and flowing water. Very peaceful setting. Natural landscaping. Save yourself the 4 hour drive up north and live here year round. Family room could easily become a 3rd bedroom by adding a closet. Garage has space above accessed by outside stairs. Contemporary kitchen with concrete countertops/track lighting. Master bath is all tile with walk in shower and separate tub. Access to Winans Lake through lake membership at Lakelands Country Club. Deeded access to pond.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.85 acresLot Size
$215Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Martha Leabu• Griffith Realty
Bought with Lance Antrobius• Keller Williams Advantage
Secluded sanctuary in the woods with stunning elevated view of private pond. Just off the paved road, walking distance to Winans Lake beach house. Southern exposure with lots of glass. Inviting screened porch, frog pond and flowing water. Very peaceful setting. Natural landscaping. Save yourself the 4 hour drive up north and live here year round. Family room could easily become a 3rd bedroom by adding a closet. Garage has space above accessed by outside stairs. Contemporary kitchen with concrete countertops/track lighting. Master bath is all tile with walk in shower and separate tub. Access to Winans Lake through lake membership at Lakelands Country Club. Deeded access to pond.
REALCOMP #00965092
Apr 28, 2000
Sold
$178,000
$84/sq ft
Oct 15, 1999
Listed
$199,500
$95/sq ft
REALCOMP #00664961
Jul 25, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Nov 25, 1996
Listed
$185,900
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,812 (+2.8%)
2024
$3,707 (+7.0%)
2023
$3,463 (+3.2%)
2022
$3,354 (+3.1%)
2021
$3,252 (+0.9%)
2020
$3,224 (+1.4%)
2019
$3,179 (+1.2%)
2018
$3,140 (+38.4%)
2017
$2,270 (+0.6%)
2016
$2,256 (+9.2%)
2015
$2,066 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,036
Tax history for 6540 Cowell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,812 (+2.8%)
2024
$3,707 (+7.0%)
2023
$3,463 (+3.2%)
2022
$3,354 (+3.1%)
2021
$3,252 (+0.9%)
2020
$3,224 (+1.4%)
2019
$3,179 (+1.2%)
2018
$3,140 (+38.4%)
2017
$2,270 (+0.6%)
2016
$2,256 (+9.2%)
2015
$2,066 (+1.5%)
2014
$2,036
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
174 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.86 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,110
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Livingston County
APN
4715-14-404-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Workshop in Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,110
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: On Golf Course, Near Golf Course, Native Plants, Wooded
Water Body Name: pond
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size Dimensions: 186 x 217 x 149 x 214
Lot Size Area: 0.85
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.85
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,257
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Pinckney
Location Information
Directions: Winans Lake Road to North on Pleasant Lake Road to East on Cowell, second home on the right.
Subdivision Name: WINANS LAKE HILLS
Cross Street: n of Winans Lake Road/E of Chilson
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Golf
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,110
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.86 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: Livingston County
APN: 4715-14-404-001
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Country Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 3.7mi
Pathfinder School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi
8/10
Pinckney Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
7/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Brighton, MI • 48116
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
27
14
34
18
51
31
61
40
67
48
80
60
83
65
79
59
76
55
65
44
48
35
35
22
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.8 hrs
2.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$432,000 – $523,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $4,546 in fees.3 minutes to get started.