Beautiful and secluded oak log home on 11+ acres. This is the quintessential Irish Hills. Atop one of the highest elevations, this home is at 1,000 ft! Halfway between Watkins and Wamplers Lake State parks this place is directly on a bird fly way. Eagles are commonly seen. A large stream (Iron Creek) runs through it featuring the contrast between the pristine creek course to the mature wooded upland. Deer and turkeys are in the yard daily. The house is all wood, all interiors are knotty pine and oak. The south facing open main floor (20 ft. ceiling) has a wall of windows, efficient wood burning stove, and large deck. The walk out basement has another bath and rooms. Primary bedroom is an open loft with a large soaking tub, and private west side balcony to enjoy the views and take in all the nature that is drawn to the native plants, trees, mature gardens on and surrounding the property. There is a large concrete slab for your garage/pole barn. House and decks stained 2021. Located on paved road 3 miles to US 12, 11 miles to M 52, abuts Frog Holler farm. The stove, refrigerator and hot water tank have all been adapted to propane. It has an underground storage tank that has a 1000-gal capacity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
11.43 acresLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Julie Fischer• 3DX Real Estate-Brighton
•888-304-1447 (broker)
Bought with Unidentified Agent• Unidentified Office
Beautiful and secluded oak log home on 11+ acres. This is the quintessential Irish Hills. Atop one of the highest elevations, this home is at 1,000 ft! Halfway between Watkins and Wamplers Lake State parks this place is directly on a bird fly way. Eagles are commonly seen. A large stream (Iron Creek) runs through it featuring the contrast between the pristine creek course to the mature wooded upland. Deer and turkeys are in the yard daily. The house is all wood, all interiors are knotty pine and oak. The south facing open main floor (20 ft. ceiling) has a wall of windows, efficient wood burning stove, and large deck. The walk out basement has another bath and rooms. Primary bedroom is an open loft with a large soaking tub, and private west side balcony to enjoy the views and take in all the nature that is drawn to the native plants, trees, mature gardens on and surrounding the property. There is a large concrete slab for your garage/pole barn. House and decks stained 2021. Located on paved road 3 miles to US 12, 11 miles to M 52, abuts Frog Holler farm. The stove, refrigerator and hot water tank have all been adapted to propane. It has an underground storage tank that has a 1000-gal capacity.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60151819
Jan 2, 2023
Sold
$329,900
$215/sq ft
Dec 29, 2022
Pending
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Dec 2, 2022
Contingent
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Nov 18, 2022
Price Changed
$329,900
$215/sq ft
Oct 27, 2022
Price Changed
$344,900
$224/sq ft
Oct 8, 2022
Listed
$359,900
$234/sq ft
Oct 6, 2022
Coming Soon
$359,900
$234/sq ft
Oct 6, 2022
Listed
$329,900
$215/sq ft
Beautiful and secluded oak log home on 11+ acres. This is the quintessential Irish Hills. Atop one of the highest elevations, this home is at 1,000 ft! Halfway between Watkins and Wamplers Lake State parks this place is directly on a bird fly way. Eagles are commonly seen. A large stream (Iron Creek) runs through it featuring the contrast between the pristine creek course to the mature wooded upland. Deer and turkeys are in the yard daily. The house is all wood, all interiors are knotty pine and oak. The south facing open main floor (20 ft. ceiling) has a wall of windows, efficient wood burning stove, and large deck. The walk out basement has another bath and rooms. Primary bedroom is an open loft with a large soaking tub, and private west side balcony to enjoy the views and take in all the nature that is drawn to the native plants, trees, mature gardens on and surrounding the property. There is a large concrete slab for your garage/pole barn. House and decks stained 2021. Located on paved road 3 miles to US 12, 11 miles to M 52, abuts Frog Holler farm. The stove, refrigerator and hot water tank have all been adapted to propane. It has an underground storage tank that has a 1000-gal capacity.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #969889
Dec 17, 2010
Sold
$92,000
$60/sq ft
Nov 9, 2010
Listing Removed
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Nov 1, 2010
Listed
$94,900
$62/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #3009677
Dec 17, 2010
Sold
$92,000
$60/sq ft
Nov 9, 2010
Delisted
—
Nov 1, 2010
Listed
$94,900
$62/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #967237
Jan 7, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Mar 21, 2009
Listed
$259,900
$169/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #965899
Mar 19, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jun 16, 2008
Listed
$259,900
$169/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,387 (+2.7%)
2024
$3,298 (+5.0%)
2023
$3,142 (+25.9%)
2022
$2,496 (+1.3%)
2021
$2,463 (+54.8%)
2020
$1,592 (−33.0%)
2019
$2,374 (+1.3%)
2018
$2,343 (+245.7%)
2017
$678
Tax history for 11600 WATKINS Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,387 (+2.7%)
2024
$3,298 (+5.0%)
2023
$3,142 (+25.9%)
2022
$2,496 (+1.3%)
2021
$2,463 (+54.8%)
2020
$1,592 (−33.0%)
2019
$2,374 (+1.3%)
2018
$2,343 (+245.7%)
2017
$678
*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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Lot size
11.43 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
000-20-25-400-002-06
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 19, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Great Room Fireplace, Natural Fireplace
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 27 x 30
Bedroom 2 Level: Entry
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 18 x 15
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 3 Level: Entry
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=18
Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 3
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: Basement
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Level: Entry
Dining/Kitchen Information
Dining Room Floor Covering: Wood
Kitchen Floor Covering: Wood
Kitchen Level: Entry
Kitchen Dimension: 11 x 10
Dining Room Level: Entry
Dining Room Dimension: 15 x 12
Family/Great Room Information
Great Room Level: Entry
Great Room Dimensions: 17 x 30
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Partially Finished, Walk Out
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Exterior Balcony
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 2 Story
Year Built: 1990
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1201
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 800
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 11.43
Roads: Paved Street
Frontage: 207
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $99,200
Total Tax Amount: $2,463
Summer Tax Amount: $1,611
Winter Tax Amount: $852
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=2337
School Information
School District: Columbia School District
School District: Columbia School District
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: US 12 N Wampler's Lake R Wellwood S Left on Watkins to shared driveway R at 1st fork R at 2nd fork enter at rear of property
Side of Street: W
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Norvell Twp
Mail City: Manchester
Subdivision: NORVELL BEACH SUB
Municipality: Norvell Twp
Area (Municipality): Norvell Twp (38010)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 11.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 000-20-25-400-002-06
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
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Around this home
Schools
Columbia Middle School
Public 3-6 • Assigned • 5.5mi
8/10
Columbia Central High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Manchester, MI • 48158 8660
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In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$380,000 – $459,000
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