All of the charm of a 1900s farmhouse, with little fuss- in Caro Schools! Over 3,000 sq ft with updated vinyl siding, roof less than 10 years, updated kitchen with newer appliances, updated first-floor laundry, and most windows replaced. 2 acres with no close neighbors, fruit trees, and over 5,000 sq ft of outbuilding space. Don't let the worn paint scare you, 3/4 barns have metal roofs, and all have cement floors + electricity and are super functional! The largest barn is 56x63'. First-floor master bedroom with en suite bathroom, original hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace in living room, and dry basement for storage. This home is sure to charm you as soon as pull into the driveway!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1.63 acresLot Size
$87Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rachel Opperman Clark• Knockout Real Estate
Bought with Unidentified Agent• Unidentified Office
All of the charm of a 1900s farmhouse, with little fuss- in Caro Schools! Over 3,000 sq ft with updated vinyl siding, roof less than 10 years, updated kitchen with newer appliances, updated first-floor laundry, and most windows replaced. 2 acres with no close neighbors, fruit trees, and over 5,000 sq ft of outbuilding space. Don't let the worn paint scare you, 3/4 barns have metal roofs, and all have cement floors + electricity and are super functional! The largest barn is 56x63'. First-floor master bedroom with en suite bathroom, original hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace in living room, and dry basement for storage. This home is sure to charm you as soon as pull into the driveway!
Public Records
Nov 30, 2018
Sold
$124,100
$39/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #31363267
Nov 29, 2018
Sold
$124,000
$39/sq ft
Nov 12, 2018
Pending
—
Oct 18, 2018
Listed
$118,500
$37/sq ft
REALCOMP #61031363267
Nov 29, 2018
Sold
$124,000
$39/sq ft
Oct 18, 2018
Listed
$118,500
$37/sq ft
You'll love this charming 1900's 2 story farm house featuring 4/5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Just over 3,000 square feet with a first floor updated laundry room with new flooring, updated kitchen, 15 x 21 master bedroom and full bath, cozy fireplace in living room for those chilly winter nights, hardwood floors in dining room, living room and new carpeting throughout the second floor. 1.63 acres of land with 4 outbuildings. Caro Community Schools. Must see to appreciate!
Public Records
Feb 2, 2017
Sold
$100,000
$31/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 2012
Sold
$85,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,349 (+3.8%)
2024
$3,226 (+6.5%)
2023
$3,028 (+4.9%)
2022
$2,888 (+28.0%)
2021
$2,256 (+1.5%)
2020
$2,224 (−2.7%)
2019
$2,287 (+20.2%)
2018
$1,902 (+11.7%)
2017
$1,703 (+2.0%)
2016
$1,669 (+1.3%)
2015
$1,648 (+1.2%)
2014
$1,628
Tax history for 5161 Dixon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,349 (+3.8%)
2024
$3,226 (+6.5%)
2023
$3,028 (+4.9%)
2022
$2,888 (+28.0%)
2021
$2,256 (+1.5%)
2020
$2,224 (−2.7%)
2019
$2,287 (+20.2%)
2018
$1,902 (+11.7%)
2017
$1,703 (+2.0%)
2016
$1,669 (+1.3%)
2015
$1,648 (+1.2%)
2014
$1,628
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,186
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tuscola County
APN
014-008-000-0150-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Has Basement
Basement Details: Walk-Up Access, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Entry Location: GroundLevelwSteps
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,186
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Structures: Barn(s), Grain Storage, Shed(s), Stable(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 214 x 330 x 214 x 330
Lot Size Area: 1.63
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.63
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,266
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Caro
Location Information
Directions: Traveling E on W Caro Rd (M-81), past S Vassar. Turn N on S Kirk, then E on Dixon. Home located on S side, just before Higgins.
Cross Street: S of W Caro/E of Higgins
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,186
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Tuscola County
APN: 014-008-000-0150-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
McComb Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 7.3mi
Caro Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.3mi
5/10
Caro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.2mi
7/10
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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
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
Vassar, MI • 48768
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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$263,000 – $318,000
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