Ding, ding, ding—school is in session, but this former schoolhouse has now become the kind of home you’ll never want to leave. Charming and historic, this 1,400 sq ft gem in Reese schools has been thoughtfully converted into a 2-bedroom home that feels equal parts nostalgic and fresh. Set on a unique 1-acre corner lot at 81 and Garner, it offers room to spread out with plenty of parking, garden area, cement pad, and the perk of quicker commutes. A welcoming accessible ramp leads you to the covered front porch, where a swing waits for quiet evenings. Step inside and you’re greeted by soaring 9-foot ceilings, an open living and dining space that still carries the spirit of its one-room schoolhouse past, and original wood floors glowing with character beneath a milk-globe pendant light. Sliding barn doors reveal two cozy bedrooms—the primary with a roomy closet and even a convenient laundry nook. The updated kitchen and bathroom addition bring modern ease with sleek cabinetry, pantry cabinet, a gas range, industrial-style pendant lighting, and walk-in shower with glass door in the bathroom. Practical updates keep comfort in check, too, like the energy-efficient Trane furnace installed in 2024. Outside, a large, covered deck lets you enjoy the seasons rain or shine, while the one-car garage with electricity adds bonus storage and snow-free windshields in winter. Add in natural gas and Spectrum internet, and you’ve got all the right extras to balance old-school charm with modern living- available for immediate occupancy!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rachel Opperman Clark• Knockout Real Estate
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Market trends in 48768, MI
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
97.5%
+0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$198K
$3K MoM
Avg. days on market
20d
8 days MoM
Recently sold homes
35
0 MoM
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Sale history for 1997 S Garner Rd
Date
Event
Price
Greater Lansing AoR #60938100
Oct 24, 2025
Sold
$155,000
$109/sq ft
Oct 24, 2025
Sold
$155,000
$109/sq ft
Sep 24, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 18, 2025
Listed
$149,000
$105/sq ft
Sep 18, 2025
Listed
$149,000
$105/sq ft
Ding, ding, ding - school is in session, but this former schoolhouse has now become the kind of home you'll never want to leave. Charming and historic, this 1,400 sq ft gem in Reese schools has been thoughtfully converted into a 2-bedroom home that feels equal parts nostalgic and fresh. Set on a unique 1-acre corner lot at 81 and Garner, it offers room to spread out with plenty of parking, garden area, cement pad, and the perk of quicker commutes. A welcoming accessible ramp leads you to the covered front porch, where a swing waits for quiet evenings. Step inside and you're greeted by soaring 9-foot ceilings, an open living and dining space that still carries the spirit of its one-room schoolhouse past, and original wood floors glowing with character beneath a milk-globe pendant light. Sliding barn doors reveal two cozy bedrooms - the primary with a roomy closet and even a convenient laundry nook. The updated kitchen and bathroom addition bring modern ease with sleek cabinetry, pantry cabinet, a gas range, industrial-style pendant lighting, and walk-in shower with glass door in the bathroom. Practical updates keep comfort in check, too, like the energy-efficient Trane furnace installed in 2024. Outside, a large, covered deck lets you enjoy the seasons rain or shine, while the one-car garage with electricity adds bonus storage and snow-free windshields in winter. Add in natural gas and Spectrum internet, and you've got all the right extras to balance old-school charm with modern living- available for immediate occupancy!
REALCOMP #20251037780
Oct 24, 2025
Sold
$155,000
$109/sq ft
Sep 24, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 24, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Sep 18, 2025
Listed
$149,000
$105/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #50042261
Jun 30, 2021
Sold
$123,000
$86/sq ft
Jun 30, 2021
Sold
$123,000
$86/sq ft
May 26, 2021
Pending
—
May 19, 2021
Listed
$123,000
$86/sq ft
May 19, 2021
Listed
$123,000
$86/sq ft
REALCOMP #61050042261
Jun 30, 2021
Sold
$123,000
$86/sq ft
May 26, 2021
Pending
—
May 19, 2021
Listed
$123,000
$86/sq ft
Are you looking for something unique? This old school house is what you are looking for. Sitting on 1 acre, this home has two bedrooms with an open floor plan for the living/dining room. Brand new kitchen, original hard wood floors, covered deck and porch with all new landscaping. You will love the details that have been put into this school house to make it home. Call today for your showing.
Public Records
Oct 31, 2017
Sold
$30,000
$21/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #31329611
Sep 28, 2017
Sold
$30,000
$21/sq ft
Sep 28, 2017
Sold
$30,000
$21/sq ft
Sep 11, 2017
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2017
Listed
$49,900
$35/sq ft
Aug 29, 2017
Listed
$49,900
$35/sq ft
REALCOMP #61031329611
Sep 28, 2017
Sold
$30,000
$21/sq ft
Aug 29, 2017
Listed
$49,900
$35/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 1999
Sold
$28,500
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,585 (+5.3%)
2024
$1,505 (+4.2%)
2023
$1,445 (+1.2%)
2022
$1,428 (+172.7%)
2021
$524 (+0.3%)
2020
$522 (−36.0%)
2019
$816 (+2.8%)
2018
$794
Tax history for 1997 S Garner Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,585 (+5.3%)
2024
$1,505 (+4.2%)
2023
$1,445 (+1.2%)
2022
$1,428 (+172.7%)
2021
$524 (+0.3%)
2020
$522 (−36.0%)
2019
$816 (+2.8%)
2018
$794
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,424
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tuscola County
APN
006-012-000-0900-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 26, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Entry Location: GroundLevel
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,424
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance, Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Bedroom
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 264 x 165
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,505
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Reese
Location Information
Directions: Head east from Reese on Caro Road (M81) to Garner Road.
Cross Street: Caro Road (M81)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,424
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Tuscola County
APN: 006-012-000-0900-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: RealcompIILtd
Around this home
Schools
Reese Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.1mi
7/10
Reese Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
3/10
Reese High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$170,000 – $206,000
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