Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Wellston, Michigan
12497 Chicago Ave, Wellston, MI 49689
Step into history with this farmhouse originally moved from Chicago on the Highbridge Railroad and now updated for comfort. Adjacent to Manistee Nat'l Forest, nestled on 18.62 acres of hardwoods and pine, this property offers 1.5 miles of private ORV and snowmobile trails winding through your own backyard. Recent 2024 updates include a new roof, fresh paint inside and out, and new windows. The home offers 4-5 bedrooms, with two newly theme remodeled, plus a new main floor bath with penny-tile floor. Remodel started, just waiting for your personal finishes! A new dog shed keeps your pups safe and comfy while you are away. Outdoor enthusiasts love the proximity of Pine Creek for fishing and abundant wildlife that makes for incredible hunting. Whether you're looking for a family home or weekend retreat, this one-of-a-kind property combines history, charm, and adventure-all in one peaceful northern escape
Location
- Street address
- 12497 Chicago Ave
- County
- Manistee County
- Community
- MasonOceanaManistee - O
- School district
- Kaleva-Norman-Dickso
- Elevation
- 677 feet
Directions
M55 to Huff Road, turn north. Go all the way on winding Huff Rd to Chicago Ave, turn right. Property is the corner acreage, first driveway on the right.
Property details
- Acreage
- 18.62 acres
- MLS #
- MichRIC 25057205
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $1,869
Parcels
- 10-106-200-01
Legal description
THAT PORTION NE FRAC 1/4 OF NW FRAC 1/4 LYING E OF HUFF RD, EXC 1 RD ALG E SIDE. 18.62 A*M/L SEC 6 T21N R14W SALE(70) 3294 098
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Adj to Public Land, Level, Recreational, Wooded
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Full
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
- Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Windows
- Insulated Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
Interior
- Room Count
- 8
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom, Bedroom x 4, Bonus Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Linoleum, Tile
- Appliances
- Iron Water F Ilter, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Security
- Security System
- Features
- LP Tank Owned
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Available | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Under contract | $220,000 | — | MichRIC |
| Nov 7, 2025 | New listing | $220,000 | — | MichRIC |
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