Off market may 2025 for $77K

$83,029

•

1,560

sq ft

5212 Ellison Rd, Sterling, MI 48659

About this home

Endless Potential in a Peaceful Country Setting! Bring your vision and make this country retreat your own! Nestled on a picturesque 5.1-acre lot, this fixer-upper offers the perfect blend of space, privacy, and potential. The property features a large open lawn, mature trees, and a tranquil pond—ideal for nature lovers or those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle. The ranch-style home includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 1 half bath. The open-concept living room and kitchen create a great layout for modern updates and comfortable living. While the home does need work, the solid layout and beautiful surroundings make it a worthwhile investment for the right buyer. This property is being sold as-is with no warranties. Condition of the mechanicals, well and septic are unknown. Utilities will not be restored prior to sale. . Buyer will assume all risks including non-function well and septic systems. This is a bank owned property and there are no seller disclosures. Offers will be not be reviewed before 4/26/2025. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, weekend getaway, or full-time residence with room to grow, this property offers a rare opportunity to create something truly special.

Single-familyProperty Type

1972Year Built

5.1 acresLot Size

$53Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Thomas Webb • Century 21 Signature Realty

•989-921-7000 (broker)

•julie@c21signaturere (broker)

Bought with Non Mls • Non-Mls

•999-999-9999 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MiRealSource-MiMLS #50172028

Redfin Estimate

$83,029

$5,529 since sold in May 2025$6,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 66.1% lower than the average sale price ($245K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$55,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,764 sq ft
5312 & 5324 Kocot Rd, Sterling, MI 48659
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$232,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,749 sq ft
2617 M 76, Standish, MI 48658 9101
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$125,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,200 sq ft
5300 Ellison Road Rd, Sterling, MI 48659
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$189,500
D
3 beds2 baths1,663 sq ft
3895 Ellison Rd, Standish, MI 48658
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$305,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,814 sq ft
5956 Buffalo Trl, Alger, MI 48610
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$565,000
F
2 beds1.5 baths2,848 sq ft
1900 N Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI 48610

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$2,020/mo

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Market trends in 48659, MI

Last updated September 2026

Sale-to-list price

92.4%

3.9% MoM

Median sale price

$128K

$13K MoM

Avg. days on market

62d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

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Sale history for 5212 Ellison Rd

Date

Event

Price

MiRealSource-MiMLS #50172028

May 30, 2025

Sold

$77,500

$50/sq ft

Apr 29, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 17, 2025

Listed

$55,000

$35/sq ft

REALCOMP #61050172028

May 30, 2025

Sold

$77,500

$50/sq ft

Apr 29, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 17, 2025

Listed

$55,000

$35/sq ft

Endless Potential in a Peaceful Country Setting! Bring your vision and make this country retreat your own! Nestled on a picturesque 5.1-acre lot, this fixer-upper offers the perfect blend of space, privacy, and potential. The property features a large open lawn, mature trees, and a tranquil pond-ideal for nature lovers or those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle. The ranch-style home includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 1 half bath. The open-concept living room and kitchen create a great layout for modern updates and comfortable living. While the home does need work, the solid layout and beautiful surroundings make it a worthwhile investment for the right buyer. This property is being sold as-is with no warranties. Condition of the mechanicals, well and septic are unknown. Utilities will not be restored prior to sale. . Buyer will assume all risks including non-function well and septic systems. This is a bank owned property and there are no seller disclosures. Offers will be not be reviewed before 4/26/2025. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, weekend getaway, or full-time residence with room to grow, this property offers a rare opportunity to create something truly special.

Public Records

Aug 16, 2024

Sold

$127,104

$81/sq ft

Tax history for 5212 Ellison Rd

*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

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Arenac County

APN

005-1-000-000-580-15

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

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Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage, Electric In Garage, Gar Door Opener, Off Street, Workshop
Parking: 3 Or More Spaces, Garage, Unassigned/General, Paved Driveway

Interior

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Mstr Bedroom, Living Room, Utility/Laundry Room, Workshop, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Shared Bathroom, Eat-In Kitchen
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet
Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Bedroom Information
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 11 x 22
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 8 x 11
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet

Bathroom Information
Main Floor Full Bathroom
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2

Bathroom 1 Information
Lavatory 1 Width: 8
Lavatory 1 Length: 7
Lavatory 1 Level: Main
Lavatory 1 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bathroom 1 Floor Covering: Vinyl
Bathroom 1 Level: Main
Bathroom 1 Length: 8
Bathroom 1 Width: 12

Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Floor Covering: Vinyl
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimension: 17 x 15

Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Floor Covering: Other
Living Room Level: Main
Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 14

Laundry/Basement Information
Laundry Room Floor Covering: Vinyl
Laundry Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Dimensions: 16 x 8

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Aluminum
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Pond
Foundation Type: Crawl

Property Features
Water Features: Pond
Frontage Type: Road

Property Information
Pet Restrictions: No Restrictions
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Property Type: 1 To 4 Units, Fixer-Upper, Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1972
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0

Lot Information
SHORELINE: Not Applicable
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Corner Lot, Dead End, Rural
VIEW: Rural View
Lot Size: 635,531,287,406
Zoning: Residential

Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 5.1
Roads: City/County, Paved Street, Year Round
Frontage: 1166
Flood Insurance: Not Required
Floodplain: None

Financial

Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value Year: 2024
Taxable Value: $35,364
Total Tax Year: 2024
Total Tax Amount: $1,243.09
Summer Tax Year: 2024
Summer Tax Amount: $392.83
Winter Tax Year: 2024
Winter Tax Amount: $850.26

Utilities

Utility Information
SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT: Space Heater
UTILITIES: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Not Available, Water Not Available
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Gas
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Wall/Window A/C
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic

Location

Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1560

School Information
School District: Standish Sterling Comm SD
School District: Standish Sterling Comm Sd

Address Information
Street Designation: Road

Location Details
Directions: Corner of M76 and Ellison Road
Side of Street: N
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Deep River Twp
Mail City: Sterling
Subdivision: Deep River Township
Municipality: Deep River Twp
Area (Municipality): Deep River Twp (06005)

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Arenac County
APN: 005-1-000-000-580-15

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026

Other

Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Real Estate Owned

Listing Information
Originating MLS: Saginaw Board
Originating MLS: Saginaw
No

Around this home

Schools

Sterling Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

Standish-Sterling Central High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

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Lifestyle

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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 94° expected this year, 13 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, 1 days in 30 years

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Sterling, MI • 48659

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Address	Redfin Estimate
5255 Ellison Road, Sterling, MI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$140,629
5341 Ellison Road, Sterling, MI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1170 Sq. Ft.	$211,825

Address	Redfin Estimate
5273 Ellison Road, Sterling, MI 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 828 Sq. Ft.	$62,675
5290 Ellison Road, Sterling, MI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1566 Sq. Ft.	$158,685

Address	Redfin Estimate
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