Welcome to 2720 Sawyer Rd – a unique opportunity for investors, developers, or anyone seeking serious potential on a stunning rural landscape.
This 80-acre estate in Otsego County offers a rare blend of land, hand-built structures, and flexible use — all being sold As-Is, Cash Only.
Highlights include:
A hand-crafted fieldstone and cement foundation on each building, meticulously built over many years by the previous owner
A full 300-gallon propane tank included in the sale
A root cellar in the basement, enclosed with its own door and occupying approximately one-quarter of the basement
A variety of mature white pine trees planted years ago, adding natural beauty and long-term value
An abundance of wildlife including deer, rabbits, ruffed grouse, woodcock, and sandhill cranes — ideal for hunters and nature lovers
Four deer blinds/shanties already in place
This property presents immense subdivision potential, with possibilities to split the land into 2, 2.5, 5, or 10-acre lots, providing ample room for return on investment.
Please note:
There is no finished full bathroom currently in the home, though multiple locations offer potential for installation
An old antique-style outdoor facility (outhouse) still exists on the property
Seller will require time to secure a smaller recreational property closer to home before closing can be finalized
This is a rare, value-rich offering for the right buyer looking for space, vision, and long-term potential.
For sale
$855,000
2720 Sawyer Rd, Gaylord, MI 49735
1beds
1,415sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
80 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$604/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Root cellarAntique-style outdoor facilityFieldstone and cement foundationMature white pine treesHand-built structures
- 326 days |
- 344 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Tibble 810-987-1100,
NEXGEN Realty 810-987-1100
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251015505
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 11 X 25
Other
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 2 X 2
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 7 X 14
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 11 X 19
Heating
- Propane, Wall Furnace, Wood
Cooling
- Window Units
Appliances
- Included: Free Standing Refrigerator, Other
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,415 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 415
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: One Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 80 Acres
- Dimensions: 43560 x 43560
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 05002410000500
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Basement, Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
- Major remodel year: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gaylord
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $604/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,188
- Annual tax amount: $1,714
- Date on market: 7/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 326 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,256/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $855,000+9506.7%$604/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/13/2017 | Sold | $8,900$6/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,751 +5.1% | $110,500 +11.7% |
| 2024 | $1,666 +4.4% | $98,900 +21.3% |
| 2023 | $1,596 +3% | $81,500 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,550 +2.9% | $79,900 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $1,507 -41% | $75,100 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $2,554 +78.9% | $75,000 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $1,427 | $72,300 +0.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $72,200 +2.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $70,400 -10.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $78,300 -2.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $80,200 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $84,200 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49735
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Johannesbur-Lewiston Elementary/Middle SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 6.1 mi
- 5/10Johannesburg-Lewiston High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.1 mi
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- Michigan
- Otsego County
- Gaylord
- 49735
- 2720 Sawyer Rd




