Escape to countryside paradise on this captivating farmhouse situated on over an acre adjacent to For-Mar Nature Preserve. This 2,000+ sq ft home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room, and living room - perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Step outside to your private oasis with expansive backyard, patio, and fire pit area ideal for gatherings under the stars. Recent updates include fresh paint, professionally treated exterior, updated kitchen cabinets and countertops, new closet in the master bedroom, new flooring in the first-floor bathroom, plus a new roof on the house and chicken coop (2024). The existing chicken coop offers endless possibilities for farm-to-table living or creative repurposing. This rare combination of space, privacy, and natural beauty won't last long. Schedule your private tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
1.08 acresLot Size
$120Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bethany Brokaw• The Brokaw Group
•810-600-2060 (broker)
Listed by Kelly Roda• The Brokaw Group
•810-600-2060 (broker)
Bought with Donald Covert• The Brokerage Real Estate Enthusiasts
Escape to countryside paradise on this captivating farmhouse situated on over an acre adjacent to For-Mar Nature Preserve. This 2,000+ sq ft home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room, and living room—perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Step outside to your private oasis with expansive backyard, patio, and fire pit area ideal for gatherings under the stars. Recent updates include fresh paint, professionally treated exterior, updated kitchen cabinets and countertops, new closet in the master bedroom, new flooring in the first-floor bathroom, plus a new roof on the house and chicken coop (2024). The existing chicken coop offers endless possibilities for farm-to-table living or creative repurposing. This rare combination of space, privacy, and natural beauty won't last long. Schedule your private tour today!
Greater Lansing AoR #60400467
Jul 18, 2025
Sold
$244,000
$116/sq ft
Jul 18, 2025
Sold
$244,000
$116/sq ft
Jun 20, 2025
Pending
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Jun 12, 2025
Contingent
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Jun 6, 2025
Listed
$239,900
$114/sq ft
Jun 4, 2025
Coming Soon
$239,900
$114/sq ft
Jun 3, 2025
Listed
$239,900
$114/sq ft
Escape to countryside paradise on this captivating farmhouse situated on over an acre adjacent to For-Mar Nature Preserve. This 2,000+ sq ft home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room, and living room - perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Step outside to your private oasis with expansive backyard, patio, and fire pit area ideal for gatherings under the stars. Recent updates include fresh paint, professionally treated exterior, updated kitchen cabinets and countertops, new closet in the master bedroom, new flooring in the first-floor bathroom, plus a new roof on the house and chicken coop (2024). The existing chicken coop offers endless possibilities for farm-to-table living or creative repurposing. This rare combination of space, privacy, and natural beauty won't last long. Schedule your private tour today!
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60323232
Sep 25, 2024
Listing Removed
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Sep 25, 2024
Listing Removed
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Aug 16, 2024
Price Changed
$244,900
$117/sq ft
Jul 18, 2024
Listed
$249,900
$119/sq ft
Jul 13, 2024
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REALCOMP #20240050404
Sep 25, 2024
Listing Removed
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Aug 16, 2024
Price Changed
$244,900
$117/sq ft
Jul 18, 2024
Listed
$249,900
$119/sq ft
Jul 13, 2024
Coming Soon
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,314 (+0.5%)
2024
$3,298 (+6.9%)
2023
$3,086 (+4.6%)
2022
$2,950 (+9.5%)
2021
$2,693 (+3.2%)
2020
$2,609 (+2.1%)
2019
$2,554 (+0.2%)
2018
$2,550 (+3.6%)
2017
$2,461 (+3.2%)
2016
$2,385 (−1.8%)
2015
$2,429 (+2.4%)
2014
$2,371
Tax history for 5388 Potter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,314 (+0.5%)
2024
$3,298 (+6.9%)
2023
$3,086 (+4.6%)
2022
$2,950 (+9.5%)
2021
$2,693 (+3.2%)
2020
$2,609 (+2.1%)
2019
$2,554 (+0.2%)
2018
$2,550 (+3.6%)
2017
$2,461 (+3.2%)
2016
$2,385 (−1.8%)
2015
$2,429 (+2.4%)
2014
$2,371
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
236 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Genesee County
APN
59-02-200-002
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage, Electric In Garage, Gar Door Opener
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Bathroom Information
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood
Exterior Features: Patio, Porch
Foundation Type: Michigan Basement
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 2 Story
Year Built: 1880
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 888
Lot Information
Lot Size: 234,210
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 1.08
Roads: Paved Street
Frontage: 234
Farm Features: Brooder House
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $96,300
Total Tax Amount: $3,298
Summer Tax Amount: $2,232
Winter Tax Amount: $1,066
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Hot Water
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=2098
School Information
School District: Kearsley Community Schools
School District: Kearsley Community Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: From I69, head north on Belsay Rd. Take Belsay to Potter and head west (if you hit Richfield Rd, you went too far). House is on the south side of Potter Rd just before the entrance to For-Mar Nature Preserve.
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Burton
Mail City: Burton
Municipality: Burton
Area (Municipality): Burton (25018)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Genesee County
APN: 59-02-200-002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
No
Around this home
Schools
Kate Dowdall Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Armstrong Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Kearsley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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 96° 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
Burton, MI • 48509 1345
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$239,000 – $289,000
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