If walls could talk… this 1,700 sq. ft. colonial, built in 1879, might whisper about horse-drawn carriages clip-clopping down Main Street, 7-cent movie nights, and even a few hidden Prohibition-era surprises for history lovers to discover. Tucked on nearly a half-acre wooded lot on historic Prospect Street in Vassar, this home is a delightful mix of yesteryear’s charm and today’s comfort. Updates like a brand-new Trane furnace installed by Root’s in 2024, newer Goodman AC, a 2021 water heater, vinyl windows, and extra insulation keep life running smoothly (and efficiently). Step onto the colonial-style covered porch, where tall beams frame your welcome, and open the original front door to be greeted by a staircase with its elegant spiral banister. Inside, soaring 9-foot ceilings and huge windows make the home feel light and airy with the wooded seclusion. The open living and dining rooms invite gatherings with durable LVP flooring, a built-in bookcase, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace for fireside stories. The kitchen is equal parts charm and function with its floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, patterned ceiling, subway tile, stainless appliances, and a sweet little bench seat that begs for morning coffee or secret note-passing. Upstairs, three bedrooms await—including a primary suite that’s larger than you’d expect from a home of this era. 1.5 baths and a partially finished walk-out/daylight basement add flexibility for storage, hobbies, or whatever adventures you dream up. Follow the charm outdoors, where a generous stamped patio makes entertaining—or simply soaking up the wooded views—effortless. Tucked just far enough off the road to feel like a hidden gem, yet close enough to enjoy in-town convenience, this historic colonial is ready for its next chapter—and for you to add your own stories to its century-long tale.
Sold for $243,000 on 11/12/25
$243,000
305 Prospect St, Vassar, MI 48768
3beds
1,983sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1879
0.4 Acres Lot
$243,300 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$1,887 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 12, 2025 at 06:11am
Listed by:
Rachel M Opperman Clark 989-385-1959,
Knockout Real Estate
Bought with:
Bob Smith, 6502370682
BOMIC Real Estate
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251037552
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 12 X 23
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 X 11
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 12 X 5
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 5 X 7
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 X 9
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17 X 15
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 9 X 16
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 14 X 23
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Free Standing Electric Range, Microwave, Washer
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,983 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,728
- Finished area below ground: 255
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached, Electricityin Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Dimensions: 132 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 051500102270000
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1879
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Vassar
- Subdivision: ORIGINAL CITY OF VASSAR
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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