Welcome to the Chain of Lakes! Situated on the canal of Portage Lake, you'll be wowed by the water views from the lakeside deck, enclosed porch, or the concrete patio! Completely renovated in the past 5 years, the updates include new flooring throughout, paint, light fixtures, well pump, Water Filtration System with specialized iron filter, Air-Conditioning and Furnace Units - just to name a few! Expansive family room that opens to the dining room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace. Gorgeous Kitchen with stunning granite and SS appliances. The Primary Bedroom showcases a second fireplace with stellar views of the water. The two additional bedrooms are very spacious with large closets, too! The enclosed porch is the perfect spot for entertaining or enjoying your morning cup of coffee. Attached 2-car garage PLUS a huge driveway for additional parking (rare on a lakefront home!) The backyard is fully fenced in with sheds for additional lake storage. The front fence opens up, allowing for easy boat storage if you so desire. The Portage Chain of Lakes consists of 7 primary lakes, with Portage Lake being 644 acres in size - you'll never run out of water for Jet Skiing, tubing, or knee boarding. Fish right off your dock for amazinge Bass, Blue Gill, Crappie, and Pike!
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$298Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Todd Fedie• KW Realty Livingston
Bought with Rebecca Topolski• KW Realty Livingston
Welcome to the Chain of Lakes! Situated on the canal of Portage Lake, you'll be wowed by the water views from the lakeside deck, enclosed porch, or the concrete patio! Completely renovated in the past 5 years, the updates include new flooring throughout, paint, light fixtures, well pump, Water Filtration System with specialized iron filter, Air-Conditioning and Furnace Units - just to name a few! Expansive family room that opens to the dining room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace. Gorgeous Kitchen with stunning granite and SS appliances. The Primary Bedroom showcases a second fireplace with stellar views of the water. The two additional bedrooms are very spacious with large closets, too! The enclosed porch is the perfect spot for entertaining or enjoying your morning cup of coffee. Attached 2-car garage PLUS a huge driveway for additional parking (rare on a lakefront home!) The backyard is fully fenced in with sheds for additional lake storage. The front fence opens up, allowing for easy boat storage if you so desire. The Portage Chain of Lakes consists of 7 primary lakes, with Portage Lake being 644 acres in size - you'll never run out of water for Jet Skiing, tubing, or knee boarding. Fish right off your dock for amazinge Bass, Blue Gill, Crappie, and Pike!
Public Records
Jul 27, 2020
Sold
$353,000
$178/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #40045616
Jun 29, 2020
Sold
$355,000
$179/sq ft
Jun 29, 2020
Sold
$355,000
$179/sq ft
Jun 18, 2020
Pending
—
May 15, 2020
Contingent
—
May 9, 2020
Price Changed
$350,000
$177/sq ft
Apr 22, 2020
Listed
$350,000
$177/sq ft
Apr 22, 2020
Listed
$349,999
$177/sq ft
REALCOMP #2200026614
Jun 29, 2020
Sold
$355,000
$179/sq ft
Jun 18, 2020
Pending
—
May 15, 2020
Contingent
—
May 9, 2020
Price Changed
$350,000
$177/sq ft
Apr 22, 2020
Listed
$349,999
$177/sq ft
Best of all worlds here! Spacious ranch construction combined with an easy commuting location and the Huron River Chain of lakes access checks all the boxes! Minutes from the open water, enjoy boating, fishing, and water sports to your hearts content. The home has several updates including the kitchen which has new countertops, backsplash, and hardware. Updated flooring in sunroom and additional flooring has already been prepaid and will be installed just in time for its new owners as well. High resolution virtual tour so you can make yourself at home from anywhere.
REALCOMP #216082012
Oct 3, 2016
Sold
$260,000
$131/sq ft
Aug 29, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 16, 2016
Listed
$269,900
$136/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #21204601
Oct 3, 2016
Sold
$260,000
$131/sq ft
Oct 3, 2016
Sold
$260,000
$131/sq ft
Aug 29, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 16, 2016
Listed
$269,900
$136/sq ft
Aug 16, 2016
Listed
$269,900
$136/sq ft
REALCOMP #210024277
Apr 9, 2010
Sold
$175,000
$88/sq ft
Feb 28, 2010
Listed
$179,900
$91/sq ft
REALCOMP #29033068
Feb 28, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Mar 9, 2009
Listed
$179,900
$91/sq ft
REALCOMP #28198411
Mar 8, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 2008
Listed
$225,000
$114/sq ft
REALCOMP #28161245
Nov 23, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Sep 25, 2008
Listed
$299,990
$152/sq ft
REALCOMP #28089265
Sep 25, 2008
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2008
Listed
$299,990
$152/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 21, 2003
Sold
$265,000
$134/sq ft
REALCOMP #21058947
Oct 14, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jul 20, 2001
Listed
$259,900
$131/sq ft
REALCOMP #21040052
Jul 2, 2001
Sold
$235,000
$119/sq ft
May 22, 2001
Listed
$249,000
$126/sq ft
REALCOMP #21030577
Aug 1, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2001
Listed
$269,000
$136/sq ft
REALCOMP #00746267
May 29, 1998
Sold
$160,000
$81/sq ft
Jul 31, 1997
Listed
$165,000
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 1992
Sold
$120,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,061 (+5.7%)
2024
$4,790 (+3.7%)
2023
$4,620 (+6.1%)
2022
$4,353 (+2.6%)
2021
$4,244 (+23.3%)
2020
$3,441 (+0.9%)
2019
$3,410 (+2.7%)
2018
$3,322 (+4.8%)
2017
$3,170 (+18.6%)
2016
$2,672 (+4.3%)
2015
$2,561 (+4.3%)
2014
$2,456
Tax history for 1890 Darwin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,061 (+5.7%)
2024
$4,790 (+3.7%)
2023
$4,620 (+6.1%)
2022
$4,353 (+2.6%)
2021
$4,244 (+23.3%)
2020
$3,441 (+0.9%)
2019
$3,410 (+2.7%)
2018
$3,322 (+4.8%)
2017
$3,170 (+18.6%)
2016
$2,672 (+4.3%)
2015
$2,561 (+4.3%)
2014
$2,456
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
76 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,794
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Livingston County
APN
4714-25-401-019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Assigned, Garage Faces Side
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Smart Thermostat
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Other, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Back Yard
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Entry Location: GroundLevel
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,980
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Canal Front, Lake Front, Seawall, Waterfront
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Water Body Name: Portage Lake
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 75.8 x 100
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,790
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Pinckney
Location Information
Directions: E on M-36 S on McGregor Road West on Darwin Road - home on the left.
Subdivision Name: SHADY SHORES COLONY 2
Cross Street: Kennedy and Colony
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,794
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Livingston County
APN: 4714-25-401-019
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealcompIILtd
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Navigator School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Pathfinder School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Pinckney Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 67-75% chance 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 98° 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, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pinckney, MI • 48169
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$561,000 – $679,000
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