8611 S Wise Rd, Shepherd, MI, 48883
About This Home
Rarely does an opportunity like this come to market. Whether you're envisioning a thriving hobby farm, homestead, or simply a country escape with room to grow, this one-of-a-kind property delivers the space, structure, and potential to make it happen. Set a short distance from the Village of Shepherd and convenient US-127 access, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom two-story home sits on nearly 2 acres and offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and rural possibility. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms throughout, a private primary bedroom suite, the convenience of first-floor laundry, a second-floor family room retreat, and a formal dining room built for making memories. Outside, the property truly shines. Two large original barns ready for restoration, additional sheds, and a Model T garage stand ready for whatever you can dream up, storage, a workshop, or beyond. These original structures carry the character and bones that today's buyers simply can't find anywhere else. Virtual tour and floor plans available. Some photos may contain virtually staged furniture. Sale is subject to court approval.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Dishwasher,Water Softener Owned,Washer,Dryer,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Michigan Basement,Crawl Space,Unfinished,Interior Entry
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 280
Features
- Drywall,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Vinyl
- Fireplace features: None
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,352
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,352
- Total interior livable area: 2,352 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 390
Master Bathroom
- Features: Private
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 030143000101
- Zoning description: Rural
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1.94 Acres
- Features: Level,Metes and Bounds
- Lot size dimensions: 283 x 298
Parking
- Parking features: None,Asphalt,Gravel,Dirt
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Isabella County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,238 | $14,856 |
| Home Insurance * | $208 | $2,496 |
| Property Taxes | $80 | $960 |
| Electricity | $256 | $3,078 |
| Total | $1,782 | $21,384 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Listed for sale | $245,000 |
| 2009-12-22 | Sold | $85,000 |
| 2009-11-07 | Listed for sale | $97,900 |
For Sale by Agent
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