Location Location Location. Just outside of Dexter. Ever dream of creating a farmhouse that is uniquely yours? Rehab opportunity has good bones with 2800 sq ft and 15 rooms under roof. Possible 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, study, formal dining family room & living room or renovate to suit. Some of the major work is completed. Well, well pump, septic, furnace, AC, hot water heater have all been updated. Some plumbing and electrical upgrades have been done. Area and home prices will allow for a substantial renovation budget. Large Hip Roof barn possible access from Wylie.42 x 30 stick built garage with a 4 inch floor is suitable for the backyard mechanic. 2 additional small outbuildings. Elevated 3.79 acre parcel with nice setback from paved road. Uniquely located for a bed & breakfast with wedding wedding venue across the street and no nearby lodging.Close to several recreational areas, lakes, public beaches and bike/walking trails. Shopping, business district and schools just minutes away. 15 Minutes to Ann Arbor. (3.70 acre parcel to the South also for sale), Primary Bath
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
3.71 acresLot Size
$172Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Price• Keller Williams Ann Arbor Mrkt
Bought with Lucile Andersen• Keller Williams Ann Arbor Mrkt
Location Location Location. Just outside of Dexter. Ever dream of creating a farmhouse that is uniquely yours? Rehab opportunity has good bones with 2800 sq ft and 15 rooms under roof. Possible 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, study, formal dining family room & living room or renovate to suit. Some of the major work is completed. Well, well pump, septic, furnace, AC, hot water heater have all been updated. Some plumbing and electrical upgrades have been done. Area and home prices will allow for a substantial renovation budget. Large Hip Roof barn possible access from Wylie. 42 x 30 stick built garage with a 4 inch floor is suitable for the backyard mechanic. 2 additional small outbuildings. Elevated 3.79 acre parcel with nice setback from paved road. Uniquely located for a bed & breakfast with wedding venue across the street and no nearby lodging. Close to several recreational areas, lakes, public beaches and bike/walking trails. Shopping, business district and schools just minutes away. 15 Minutes to Ann Arbor. (3.70 acre parcel to the South also for sale)
SW Michigan MLS #23103157
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$91/sq ft
Apr 15, 2020
Listed
$299,000
$109/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #40044403
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$91/sq ft
Jun 12, 2020
Contingent
—
Apr 15, 2020
Listed
$299,000
$109/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70360341
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$91/sq ft
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$91/sq ft
Apr 15, 2020
Listed
$299,000
$109/sq ft
Apr 15, 2020
Listed
$299,000
$109/sq ft
Location Location Location. Just outside of Dexter. Ever dream of creating a farmhouse that is uniquely yours? Rehab opportunity has good bones with 2800 sq ft and 15 rooms under roof. Possible 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, study, formal dining family room & living room or renovate to suit. Some of the major work is completed. Well, well pump, septic, furnace, AC, hot water heater have all been updated. Some plumbing and electrical upgrades have been done. Area and home prices will allow for a substantial renovation budget. Large Hip Roof barn possible access from Wylie. 42 x 30 stick built garage with a 4 inch floor is suitable for the backyard mechanic. 2 additional small outbuildings. Elevated 3.79 acre parcel with nice setback from paved road. Uniquely located for a bed & breakfast with wedding
REALCOMP #543271258
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$91/sq ft
Apr 15, 2020
Listed
$299,000
$109/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,668 (+1.7%)
2024
$5,576 (+6.0%)
2023
$5,259 (+4.7%)
2022
$5,022 (+1.0%)
2021
$4,972 (+167.2%)
2020
$1,860 (+1.2%)
2019
$1,839 (+1.4%)
2018
$1,814 (+4.4%)
2017
$1,738 (+0.3%)
2016
$1,732 (+4.1%)
2015
$1,664 (+212.8%)
2014
$532 (+964.0%)
2013
$50
Tax history for 8985 Island Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,668 (+1.7%)
2024
$5,576 (+6.0%)
2023
$5,259 (+4.7%)
2022
$5,022 (+1.0%)
2021
$4,972 (+167.2%)
2020
$1,860 (+1.2%)
2019
$1,839 (+1.4%)
2018
$1,814 (+4.4%)
2017
$1,738 (+0.3%)
2016
$1,732 (+4.1%)
2015
$1,664 (+212.8%)
2014
$532 (+964.0%)
2013
$50
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.71 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,746
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washtenaw County
APN
D -04-36-400-040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Basement: Michigan Basement, Partial
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Area
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Office
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,746
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1850
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sidewalk
Lot Size Acres: 3.71
Lot Size Area: 3.71
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Second Garage, Shed(s), Pole Barn
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 2746.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 20
Tax Annual Amount: $1,839
Tax Assessed Value: $48,645
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0.0
School Information
High School District: Dexter
Location Information
Directions: Wylie & Island Lake Rd
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,746
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: —
County: Washtenaw County
APN: D -04-36-400-040
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bates Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Dexter High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
Mill Creek Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
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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 97° 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
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Historical weather
Dexter, MI • 48130
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$449,000 – $543,000
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