Just minutes from downtown Sawyer, lies this 6.6 acre wooded property with the Galien River running through the back side. Property has an older 1.5 story cottage and several out buildings. Perfect for an artist's retreat or anyone looking for those extra spaces to putter and store. Original cottage was expanded. Several decks allow for relaxation and just enjoying the natural beauty of the land. Buildings and home in need of work and finishing, priced to sell at land value. No water in the out buildings. One out building has a wood burning stove, others are unheated. Gallery has a wall air conditioner. Sold 'as is'. Estate.Tucked away and private, yet so close to all of Harbor Country.
Just minutes from downtown Sawyer, lies this 6.6 acre wooded property with the Galien River running through the back side. Property has an older 1.5 story cottage and several out buildings. Perfect for an artist's retreat or anyone looking for those extra spaces to putter and store. Original cottage was expanded. Several decks allow for relaxation and just enjoying the natural beauty of the land. Buildings and home in need of work and finishing, priced to sell at land value. No water in the out buildings. One out building has a wood burning stove, others are unheated. Gallery has a wall air conditioner. Sold 'as is'. Estate. Tucked away and private, yet so close to all of Harbor Country.
SW Michigan MLS #7085139
Jul 13, 1992
Sold
$78,000
$78/sq ft
May 23, 1992
Listed
$85,000
$85/sq ft
Looking For That Little Place On A Few Acres?newly Remodeled , Move-in Condition- Cozy,Compact,Over 6a On Galien Rvr,Path Thru Wds.,Lots Of Trees & Flowering Shrubs 1%bonus To Sa If Sold By 7-4-92
REALCOMP #69007085139
Jul 13, 1992
Sold
$78,000
$78/sq ft
May 23, 1992
Listed
$85,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,402 (+5.6%)
2024
$4,169 (+4.9%)
2023
$3,972 (+6.4%)
2022
$3,734 (+4.2%)
2021
$3,582 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,535 (+98.3%)
2019
$1,783 (+176.9%)
2005
$644
Tax history for 4893 Hanover Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,402 (+5.6%)
2024
$4,169 (+4.9%)
2023
$3,972 (+6.4%)
2022
$3,734 (+4.2%)
2021
$3,582 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,535 (+98.3%)
2019
$1,783 (+176.9%)
2005
$644
*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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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,776
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berrien County
APN
22-0007-0012-01-6
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
No Attached Garage
Has Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 7
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom
Appliances: Refrigerator, Range
Has Fireplace
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,000
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1940
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 6.6
Lot Size Area: 6.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Galien River
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Well
Living Area: 1000.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $734.14
Tax Assessed Value: $38,974
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
School Information
High School District: River Valley
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Sawyer, take Sawyer Road to Minnich, south to Hanover, east to property on the north side.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 3,776
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Berrien County
APN: 22-0007-0012-01-6
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Three Oaks Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
River Valley High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 30-40% 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 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Sawyer, MI • 49125
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Estimated sale price
$415,000 – $502,000
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