Charming country farmhouse on 5 fully fenced acres! This spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features classic hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a full basement. Enjoy peaceful views from the screened-in porch, and take advantage of the large detached garage and outdoor wood-burning stove. Recent updates include a new heating system, and new metal roof making this the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort—ideal for homesteading, hobbies, or quiet country living.
Sold for $307,500
$307,500
3628 Rau Rd, West Branch, MI 48661
5beds
2,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
5 Acres Lot
$309,100 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$2,335 Estimated rent
Home value
$309,100
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Listed by:
Amy Palacios info@higginslakeinfo.com,
RE/MAX of Higgins Lake
Source: WWMLS,MLS#: 201835451
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Propane, Wood, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Curtain Rods, Drapes
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,500
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,800
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio/Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
- Frontage type: None
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 330 x 660
- Features: Landscaped, Natural
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00300201800
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Satellite Components
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: West Branch
- Subdivision: T21N R1E
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional Mortgage
- Ownership: Owner
- Road surface type: Paved, Maintained
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $307,500-9.6%$123/sqft |
Source:  WWMLS #201835451 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Pending sale | $340,000$136/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Contingent | $340,000$136/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000+144.6%$136/sqft |
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| 10/8/2020 | Sold | $139,000$56/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Pending sale | $139,000$56/sqft |
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| 8/19/2020 | Listed for sale | $139,000$56/sqft |
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| 6/11/2020 | Pending sale | $139,000$56/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Price change | $139,000-4.1%$56/sqft |
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| 9/27/2019 | Listed for sale | $145,000-3.3%$58/sqft |
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| 6/18/2019 | Listing removed | $149,900$60/sqft |
Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HS RE HOUGHTON LAKE #201801210 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2018 | Price change | $149,900-3.3%$60/sqft |
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| 6/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $155,000-2.5%$62/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HS RE Houghton Lake #201801210 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2018 | Listing removed | $159,000$64/sqft |
Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HS RE HOUGHTON LAKE #21123530 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2017 | Price change | $159,000-3.6%$64/sqft |
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| 5/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $164,900+8.5%$66/sqft |
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| 6/11/2004 | Sold | $152,000$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,540 +7.7% | $92,500 +19.7% |
| 2024 | $1,430 +3.8% | $77,300 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $1,378 -38.5% | $72,600 +23.9% |
| 2022 | $2,243 +71.8% | $58,600 +11.6% |
| 2021 | $1,305 | $52,500 -2.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $53,600 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $569 -46.4% | $52,600 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $1,062 | $51,900 -1.9% |
| 2016 | $1,062 +0.3% | $52,900 +6.7% |
| 2015 | $1,059 +128.2% | $49,600 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $464 | $46,400 -0.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $46,800 -7.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $50,600 +2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $49,200 -11.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $55,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 48661
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Surline Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.7 mi
- 5/10Surline Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 5/10Ogemaw Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ogemaw Heights
- High: Ogemaw Heights
Source: WWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Michigan
- Ogemaw County
- West Branch
- 48661
- 3628 Rau Rd