$139,900
Wellston, MI 49689
MLS# 26032977
2 beds | 1 baths | 856 sqft
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Property Description
Embrace the ultimate ''Up North'' lifestyle with this adorable cottage located just a half-block from the the public swimming park and beach of Crystal Lake! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 896 square feet of efficiently designed living space and sits in a highly desirable Wellston, Michigan location. The property is currently 75% of the way through a major 2023 remodel and update, providing a phenomenal opportunity for the next owner to build quick equity.The heavy lifting has already been completed by the current owners. Major structural and mechanical upgrades include a brand-new roof, new siding, energy-efficient replacement windows, and updated insulation to keep you comfortable year-round. The mechanical systems have been thoroughly modernized with a new water heater, a new water pressure tank, and a fully upgraded electrical system.
Details
Location & Property Info
Cross Streets: Main St & Oak St
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Municipality: Norman Twp
Office/Contract Info
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 163.43
Ownership Type: Private Owned
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Dimensions: 40x114
Road Frontage: 40
Garage Y/N: No
Fireplace: No
Waterfront: No
Income Property: No
Basement: No
Total Rooms AG: 5
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 856
SqFt Above Grade: 856
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 0
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 0
Building Total SqFt: 856
Total Beds Above Grade: 2
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 1
School District: Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
# of Outbuildings: 3
Association YN: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.1
Lot Square Footage: 4188
Year Built: 1940
Total Bedrooms: 2
Full Baths: 1
Total Baths: 1
Tax Info
Taxable Value: 23247
SEV: 53600
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 550
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: NA
Tax ID #: 10-641-721-11
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: Embrace the ultimate ''Up North'' lifestyle with this adorable cottage located just a half-block from the the public swimming park and beach of Crystal Lake! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 896 square feet of efficiently designed living space and sits in a highly desirable Wellston, Michigan location. The property is currently 75% of the way through a major 2023 remodel and update, providing a phenomenal opportunity for the next owner to build quick equity.The heavy lifting has already been completed by the current owners. Major structural and mechanical upgrades include a brand-new roof, new siding, energy-efficient replacement windows, and updated insulation to keep you comfortable year-round. The mechanical systems have been thoroughly modernized with a new water heater, a new water pressure tank, and a fully upgraded electrical system.
Legal: VILLAGE OF WELLSTON LOT 11 EXC W 10FT BLOCK 21. ALSO 1/2 VAC ALLEY ADJ TO SD LOT SALE(86) 1479 0955, 6482 9122 (01) 10 1749 0996
Water Fea. Amenities
Public Access 1 Mile or Less: 1
Street Type
Paved: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Water
Well: 1
Terms Available
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Mineral Rights
Unknown: 1
Laundry Features
Laundry Room: 1
Exterior Material
Vinyl Siding: 1
Roofing
Metal: 1
Heat Source
Electric: 1
Propane: 1
Sale Conditions
None: 1
Heat Type
Wall Furnace: 1
Other: 1
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Total Baths Above Grade: 1
Main Rooms
Main Bedrooms: 2
Main Full Baths: 1
Main Level SQFT: 896
Lower Rooms
Lower Finished SQFT: 0
Total Lower SQFT: 0
Driveway
Unpaved: 1
Substructure
Crawl Space: 1
Windows
Insulated Windows: 1
Kitchen Features
Eating Area: 1
Appliances
Microwave: 1
Oven: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Water Heater
Electric: 1
Fencing
Privacy: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Deck: 1
Flooring
Vinyl: 1
Security Features
Security System: 1
Architectural Style
Bungalow: 1
Possession
Close Plus 3 to 5 Days: 1
Location Property Info
County: Manistee
Street #: 16928
Street Name: 6th
Suffix: Street
State: MI
Zip Code: 49689
Zip (4): 9307
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Price: $139,900
Current Price: $139,900
Listing Date: 2026-06-30
Remarks Misc
Directions: M37 North to M55, West to Seaman Rd, South to 6th Street, West to Address.
Property Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
Roofing: Metal
Windows: Insulated Windows
Substructure: Crawl Space
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Kitchen Features: Eating Area
Appliances: Microwave; Oven; Refrigerator
Heat Source: Electric; Propane
Heat Type: Wall Furnace; Other
Water Heater: Electric
Fencing: Privacy
Flooring: Vinyl
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Security Features: Security System
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Driveway: Unpaved
Street Type: Paved
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Possession: Close Plus 3 to 5 Days
Sale Conditions: None
Supplements
Outside, you will find excellent curb appeal and a partially completed privacy fence that wraps nearly all the way around the backyard, creating a secure oasis for pets, children, or private evening bonfires.Inside, the home is a clean slate waiting for your final personal touches. The remaining work consists primarily of straightforward, cosmetic finishing items such as installing trim, laying down your choice of flooring, and applying fresh paint. For those looking to maximize space and value, a third bedroom has already been framed out and is ready to be finished, allowing you to instantly expand the home's square footage and layout to suit your needs.Location is everything, and this cottage delivers the best of Northern Michigan right to your doorstep. You are just steps away from the Crystal Lake public swimming area and park, making hot summer days an absolute breeze. Beyond the lake, you are centrally located to the region's premier outdoor destinations. Hit the slopes at Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort, explore the coastal charm and shopping of Manistee and Ludington, or take a scenic drive north to the world-renowned wineries and culinary scene of Traverse City. Endless trails, rivers, and Lake Michigan beaches are all within easy reach.Whether you are searching for an affordable, low-maintenance year-round residence or a lock-and-leave weekend vacation escape, this property fits the bill perfectly. Bring your paint brush, your imagination, and your design ideas to finish the beautiful vision already started here, or take the style in a completely new direction. Small, easy to maintain, and priced to sell quickly--schedule your private tour today and start living your Up North dream!
Listing Office: Irons Real Estate
Listing Agent: Audrey Taber
Last Updated: June - 30 - 2026
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