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Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Sterling, Michigan

6945 Ward Rd, Sterling, MI 48659

$529,000
40 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $3,145/mo

Arenac County 40+/- Acre Country Home & Hunting Land Located in Arenac County, this 40+/- acre property combines a spacious country home with heavily wooded acreage, established hunting features, a separate guest cabin and several useful outbuildings. The layout provides room to live, hunt, recreate and maintain equipment on one property. A paved driveway leads into the property and to the 2,129+/- square-foot ranch-style home. The residence includes three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, with a functional single-level layout and generous living space. An open-concept kitchen and dining area creates a central gathering space within the home and connects naturally to the living room. The living room is highlighted by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that serves as a focal point while adding to the country character of the home. Beyond the residence, the acreage is a significant part of what this property offers. The 40+/- acres are heavily wooded with a mixture of hardwoods and pine, creating diversity throughout the property. Areas of thicker cover are mixed among the timber, providing transition and staging areas for wildlife. Deer sign has been observed throughout the property, and the existing habitat provides a solid starting point for someone looking to continue developing the acreage for hunting and wildlife management. An established food plot area gives the property a dedicated hunting location, while a partial trail system provides access through portions of the acreage and leads toward the plot. The existing setup can be used as it currently sits or expanded over time depending on the goals of the next owner. With the home and primary improvements concentrated together, much of the remaining acreage stays wooded and available for hunting, walking, habitat work and other recreational use. The property also includes a substantial multi-stall garage that adds considerable utility beyond typical residential storage. The garage features a built-in vehicle lift along with dedicated office space, providing room for vehicles, equipment, tools and projects. Multiple additional storage sheds are located on the property, creating more space for outdoor equipment and property maintenance needs. A separate cabin provides another useful feature away from the main residence. The cabin includes a kitchenette, full bathroom, living area and bunk space, allowing guests to have their own accommodations while visiting the property. For hunting weekends or larger gatherings, the combination of the main home and separate cabin provides flexibility without requiring all living and sleeping space to be contained within the primary residence. Taken together, the improvements and acreage create a property that can function as more than simply a home on a large parcel. The residence provides the primary living space, while the garage, sheds and guest cabin support the day-to-day use of the land. Beyond the improvements, the wooded acreage adds privacy, hunting opportunities and room to spend time outdoors without leaving the property. The mix of hardwoods, pine, thicker cover, existing deer sign, food plot and trail system gives a future owner an established framework for recreational and hunting use. At the same time, the paved driveway, ranch-style home and extensive garage and storage space make the property practical for full-time country living. Call us today to schedule your own private tour.

2,129
Sq feet
3
Beds
2
Full baths
1
1/2 bath
1996
Built

Location

Street address
6945 Ward Rd
Zip code
48659
School district
Standish-Sterling
Elevation
794 feet
Coordinates
44.0386, -84.0836

Property details

Acreage
40 acres
MLS #
MichRIC 26053375
Posted

Property taxes

2026
$2,923

Parcels

  • 001-0-023-200-015-00

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence

Lot

Features
Recreational, Wooded

Exterior

Parking
Carport
Structures
Guest House

Structure

Style
Ranch
Stories
1
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Materials
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Shingle

Interior

Room Count
11
Rooms
Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3, Laundry Room
Fireplaces
Yes
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
Center Island, Guest Quarters

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Oct 7, 2026New listing$529,000—MichRIC
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This 40-acre property is located at 6945 Ward Rd in Sterling, MI 48659. The property is available for sale, priced at $529,000. It has a 2,129 square foot 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath house built in 1996.

Listed by Whitetail Properties Real Estate, (231) 330-4107

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