I can't say enough. .. AMAZING HOME! Bright, cherry and specially prepared for the new owner. Shows like a model w/ fabulous open floor plan. I have never seen a quad level like it. .. it's beautiful! Situated on almost 5 acres, way off the road, it's 1/4 deep with park like property. Drop dead gorgeous back yard, rolling land perfect for sledding, trees, huge garden, covered porch, above ground pool, shimmering pond, huge outbuilding 30 X 24 plus two additions of 16 X 12 each w/ cement floors & power. You will never want to leave. The kitchen has full granite & dbl ovens, open to a living room/formal dining area. Lookdown to the cozy family room with brick gas fireplace. The master has a walk in closet & granite bath. The main bath has been updated w/ granite & dbl sinks. Lg laundry area, beautiful foyer, partially finished basement for a great play/craft room. Beautiful inside & out, seller hates to leave it paradise in Clarkston Michigan! Farm fenced for cows/horses. Award win. schools
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
4.83 acresLot Size
$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Patti Gilman• Coldwell Banker Professionals-Clarkston
Bought with Patti Gilman• Coldwell Banker Professionals-Clarkston
Source:REALCOMP #216045468
Redfin Estimate
$472,467
$172K since sold in January 2017$34K since September
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This home's estimate is 4.1% higher than the average sale price ($454K) of 6 comparable homes.
I can't say enough. .. AMAZING HOME! Bright, cherry and specially prepared for the new owner. Shows like a model w/ fabulous open floor plan. I have never seen a quad level like it. .. it's beautiful! Situated on almost 5 acres, way off the road, it's 1/4 deep with park like property. Drop dead gorgeous back yard, rolling land perfect for sledding, trees, huge garden, covered porch, above ground pool, shimmering pond, huge outbuilding 30 X 24 plus two additions of 16 X 12 each w/ cement floors & power. You will never want to leave. The kitchen has full granite & dbl ovens, open to a living room/formal dining area. Lookdown to the cozy family room with brick gas fireplace. The master has a walk in closet & granite bath. The main bath has been updated w/ granite & dbl sinks. Lg laundry area, beautiful foyer, partially finished basement for a great play/craft room. Beautiful inside & out, seller hates to leave it paradise in Clarkston Michigan! Farm fenced for cows/horses. Award win. schools
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,085 (+4.1%)
2024
$4,886 (+221.9%)
2023
$1,518 (−65.4%)
2022
$4,387
2021
$4,388 (+0.9%)
2020
$4,348 (+1.7%)
2019
$4,276 (−1.2%)
2018
$4,326 (+8.8%)
2017
$3,977 (+21.8%)
2016
$3,266 (−0.3%)
2015
$3,275 (+1.6%)
2014
$3,225 (−0.3%)
2013
$3,235
Tax history for 8970 Ortonville Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,085 (+4.1%)
2024
$4,886 (+221.9%)
2023
$1,518 (−65.4%)
2022
$4,387
2021
$4,388 (+0.9%)
2020
$4,348 (+1.7%)
2019
$4,276 (−1.2%)
2018
$4,326 (+8.8%)
2017
$3,977 (+21.8%)
2016
$3,266 (−0.3%)
2015
$3,275 (+1.6%)
2014
$3,225 (−0.3%)
2013
$3,235
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1R
SD-9
Rural Residential District
The R-1R rural residential district is intended to provide for single-family dwellings on large lots that provide a rural atmosphere and agricultural uses.
Zone overlays
Sign Overlay - Residential Areas District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Feb 6, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Ev charger
Jan 7, 2010 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,320
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 11
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SUPRVRS OF INDEPENDENCE FARMS
Living Sq. Ft: 2,013
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,320
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: T4N, R9E, SEC 8 SUPERVISOR'S PLAT OF INDEPENDENCE FARMS LOT 20
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 482
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 210,395
Legal Lot Number: 20
Municipality Name: INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP
Acres: 4.83
Zoning Code: R1R
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL IMPROVED
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,013
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Oakland County
APN: J -08-08-400-002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Independence Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Clarkston High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 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, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Clarkston, MI • 48348
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$449,000 – $544,000
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