Rarely does an opportunity like this come to market. Whether you're envisioning a thriving hobby farm, homestead, or simply a country escape with room to grow, this one-of-a-kind property delivers the space, structure, and potential to make it happen. Set a short distance from the Village of Shepherd and convenient US-127 access, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom two-story home sits on nearly 2 acres and offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and rural possibility. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms throughout, a private primary bedroom suite, the convenience of first-floor laundry, a second-floor family room retreat, and a formal dining room built for making memories. Outside, the property truly shines. Two large original barns ready for restoration, additional sheds, and a Model T garage stand ready for whatever you can dream up, storage, a workshop, or beyond. These original structures carry the character and bones that today's buyers simply can't find anywhere else. Virtual tour and floor plans available. Some photos may contain virtually staged furniture. Sale is subject to court approval.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1.94 acresLot Size
$80Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by DANIEL DWYER-SNYDER• Century 21 Signature - Clare
Rarely does an opportunity like this come to market. Whether you're envisioning a thriving hobby farm, homestead, or simply a country escape with room to grow, this one-of-a-kind property delivers the space, structure, and potential to make it happen. Set a short distance from the Village of Shepherd and convenient US-127 access, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom two-story home sits on nearly 2 acres and offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and rural possibility. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms throughout, a private primary bedroom suite, the convenience of first-floor laundry, a second-floor family room retreat, and a formal dining room built for making memories. Outside, the property truly shines. Two large original barns ready for restoration, additional sheds, and a Model T garage stand ready for whatever you can dream up, storage, a workshop, or beyond. These original structures carry the character and bones that today's buyers simply can't find anywhere else. Virtual tour and floor plans available. Some photos may contain virtually staged furniture. Sale is subject to court approval.
REALCOMP #79080070511
Aug 10, 2026
Contingent
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Jun 30, 2026
Listed
$245,000
$80/sq ft
+33
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1130078
Dec 22, 2009
Sold
$85,000
$28/sq ft
Oct 25, 2009
Listed
$97,900
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 29, 2005
Sold
$92,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$931 (−61.7%)
2021
$2,428 (+6.9%)
2020
$2,272 (+2.8%)
2019
$2,211 (+2.4%)
2018
$2,159 (+5.4%)
2017
$2,049 (+0.4%)
2016
$2,040 (+6.4%)
2015
$1,917 (+3.8%)
2013
$1,847
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.94 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,967
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,967
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Isabella County
APN
03-014-30-001-01
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 Jul 1, 2026.
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 97° 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
Shepherd, MI • 48883
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 8611 S Wise Rd
$239,788
$5,212 under list price of $245K
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