Step into a storybook setting with this rare and enchanting 19th-century brick schoolhouse, beautifully reimagined as a warm and inviting home. This unique 2-bed, 1-bath all brick home in Grass Lake Schools features soaring 14-ft ceilings, an open floorplan, and original character throughout. The rich history blends seamlessly with modern comfort, offering a rare opportunity for country living with timeless appeal. A detached garage adds convenience, while the peaceful rural setting provides privacy and charm. Don't miss your chance to own a true piece of local history—perfect for those who appreciate character, creativity, and a home with heart.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$155Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Watson Brothers Team• Coldwell Banker Beiswanger Realty Group
Step into a storybook setting with this rare and enchanting 19th-century brick schoolhouse, beautifully reimagined as a warm and inviting home. This unique 2-bed, 1-bath all brick home in Grass Lake Schools features soaring 14-ft ceilings, an open floorplan, and original character throughout. The rich history blends seamlessly with modern comfort, offering a rare opportunity for country living with timeless appeal. A detached garage adds convenience, while the peaceful rural setting provides privacy and charm. Don't miss your chance to own a true piece of local history--perfect for those who appreciate character, creativity, and a home with heart.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,415 (+3.2%)
2024
$1,371 (+5.1%)
2023
$1,305 (+4.8%)
2022
$1,245 (+2.2%)
2021
$1,218 (+1.7%)
2020
$1,197 (+2.3%)
2019
$1,171 (+2.8%)
2018
$1,139 (+2.1%)
2017
$1,116 (+0.6%)
2016
$1,109 (−2.5%)
2014
$1,137
Tax history for 208 N Portage Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,415 (+3.2%)
2024
$1,371 (+5.1%)
2023
$1,305 (+4.8%)
2022
$1,245 (+2.2%)
2021
$1,218 (+1.7%)
2020
$1,197 (+2.3%)
2019
$1,171 (+2.8%)
2018
$1,139 (+2.1%)
2017
$1,116 (+0.6%)
2016
$1,109 (−2.5%)
2014
$1,137
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
000-14-02-226-006-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 30, 2026.
RS
Suburban Residential District
In the suburban residential district, no land shall be used or occupied and no structure shall be designed, erected, moved, altered, used or occupied except for either one or several of the uses by right listed in this section and the lawful accessory uses thereto, or for one or several of the conditional uses listed in this section.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 5
Room Information
Basement: Michigan Basement, Partial
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Other
Building Area Total: 1,140
Construction Materials: Brick
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1880
Roof: Shingle
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.35
Lot Size Area: 0.35
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1140.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,371.36
Tax Assessed Value: $25,309
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Natural Gas Water Heater
Location
School Information
High School District: Grass Lake
Location Information
Directions: From E Michigan Ave, go north, house is on the left (west)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 000-14-02-226-006-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
George Long Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
8/10
Grass Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
Grass Lake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
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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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Jackson, MI • 49201
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$168,000 – $204,000
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