Take a look at this charming property! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home on almost 27 acres is a peaceful retreat with plenty of space for the outdoor enthusiast and boasts two large greenhouses and a small pond. This home features an open kitchen and dining area making the home feel spacious and inviting. There is a large storage shed with a metal roof offering extra durability. A smaller shed sits closer to the home for additional storage. In between West Branch and Gladwin for added convenience and access to dining, entertainment, shopping and much more. New well in 2021.
Sold for $250,000 on 07/03/25
$250,000
5566 Bensch Rd, Alger, MI 48610
3beds
1,583sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
26.99 Acres Lot
$252,500 Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$1,385 Estimated rent
Home value
$252,500
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,385/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 10 hours ago
Listing updated: July 03, 2025 at 06:47am
Listed by:
GREG MORRIS 989-329-4396,
MORRIS-RICHARDSON RE 989-345-2828
Bought with:
GREG MORRIS
MORRIS-RICHARDSON RE
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1932201
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 18 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Bedroom 3
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Dining room
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Kitchen
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Living room
- Area: 351
- Dimensions: 13 x 27
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Mud Room, Drywall
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,583
- Total interior livable area: 1,583 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,583
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Dirt
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: Private Pond
- Frontage length: 0
Lot
- Size: 26.99 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 04001830000300
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Alger
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $250,000-5.7%$158/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1932201 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Pending sale | $265,000$167/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1932201 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $265,000+165%$167/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1932201 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2020 | Sold | $100,000+25.2%$63/sqft |
Source: Clare-Gladwin Board of Realtors #173973 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2020 | Pending sale | $79,900$50/sqft |
Source: WELCOME HOME REALTY #173973 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,809 +220.6% | $75,800 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $564 | $73,800 +14.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $64,600 +22.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 48610
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Surline Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 10.8 mi
- 4/10Surline Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 10.8 mi
- 5/10Ogemaw Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 14.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Branch-Rose City Area Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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