Small-Town Charm, Room to Grow, and/or Great Investment Potential Whether you’re searching for your first home or exploring your next rental investment, this two-bedroom, one-bath home offers an opportunity to make your plans a reality. Situated on just over eight-tenths of an acre within the Village of Sterling, the property combines small-town living with outdoor space to enjoy. An upstairs area offers additional flexibility, including the potential for a third bedroom or bonus space to suit your needs. A circle driveway welcomes you home, while multiple fruit trees add character to the spacious yard. Picture planting a garden, enjoying an afternoon outdoors, or simply having a little more room to call your own. Adding to the property’s unique appeal is an old schoolhouse that now provides additional dry storage—a useful place for lawn equipment, seasonal items, and more. Practical features include a newer furnace and water heater, along with an owned propane tank. The seller also plans to replace the living room carpet and laundry room linoleum, refreshing these spaces while leaving opportunities for the next owner to add personal touches. For someone beginning their homeownership journey, this property offers space, character, and possibilities. For an investor, the potential for rental income makes it worth a closer look. A place to put down roots or an opportunity to build your rental portfolio—come explore the possibilities in Sterling
Small-Town Charm, Room to Grow, and/or Great Investment Potential Whether you're searching for your first home or exploring your next rental investment, this two-bedroom, one-bath home offers an opportunity to make your plans a reality. Situated on just over eight-tenths of an acre within the Village of Sterling, the property combines small-town living with outdoor space to enjoy. An upstairs area offers additional flexibility, including the potential for a third bedroom or bonus space to suit your needs. A circle driveway welcomes you home, while multiple fruit trees add character to the spacious yard. Picture planting a garden, enjoying an afternoon outdoors, or simply having a little more room to call your own. Adding to the property's unique appeal is an old schoolhouse that now provides additional dry storage-a useful place for lawn equipment, seasonal items, and more. Practical features include a newer furnace and water heater, along with an owned propane tank. The seller also plans to replace the living room carpet and laundry room linoleum, refreshing these spaces while leaving opportunities for the next owner to add personal touches. For someone beginning their homeownership journey, this property offers space, character, and possibilities. For an investor, the potential for rental income makes it worth a closer look. A place to put down roots or an opportunity to build your rental portfolio-come explore the possibilities in Sterling
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1212858
Sep 30, 2022
Listing Removed
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Mar 14, 2022
Listed
$65,000
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,445 (−15.6%)
2024
$1,712 (+3.0%)
2023
$1,662 (+25.7%)
2022
$1,323 (+4.9%)
2021
$1,262 (−16.3%)
2020
$1,507 (+7.3%)
2019
$1,404 (+1.3%)
2018
$1,386 (+2.5%)
2017
$1,352 (+7.6%)
2015
$1,257 (−2.0%)
2014
$1,283 (+5.1%)
2013
$1,221
Public record
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Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
876
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
876
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Arenac County
APN
005-1-000-000-780-00
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sterling, MI • 48659
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.6 hrs
2.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 811 N Melita Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $51,500 and $125,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $52K to $125K.