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1280 Sylvan Road, Chelsea, MI 48118

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For Sale

$1,200,000

4 beds • 3 baths • 3,500 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 6,912 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$8,991 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $342.86
    Price per square foot

  • 11-20 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

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Beautiful country home on 55 acres for sale near historic Chelsea, MI. Custom built in 2007, this stunning house is situated atop a hill overlooking a 1/4 acre spring fed pond and hundreds of acres of high quality nature preserves. Scenic views throughout the home advertise the true beauty of this incredible property. With peaceful areas of woodland, pastures, marsh, fen and field, this is a nature lover's paradise! Step inside this small country estate and you will be enamored by the craftsmanship and attention to detail. Complete with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this home boasts nearly 3,400sq/ft of finished living space. Walking through the front entry, there is a tiled foyer with storage closet, as well as a small family room/den with gas fireplace. The spacious primary level ma ster suite offers comfort and convenience, with 2 walk in closets and a master bath complete with bubble tub and walk in shower. The living room has cathedral ceilings, large bay windows, a marble-tiled wood burning fireplace, and an open floor plan that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining area. The charming kitchen has granite counter tops, cherry stained wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and double french doors leading out to the 1,200sqft composite deck. Just around the corner is an elegant "butler style" room with utility sink, laundry closet, and full bathroom. This leads out to the 2-1/2 car garage that is fully insulated and heated/cooled. The cherry wood staircase takes you up to the second floor complete with the remaining 3 bedrooms and full bath. The walkout basement with french doors offers another whole living area. This finished space has 9' ceilings, a large family room, library, office space, and 2 storage closets. The utility room houses a 3 zone furnace, large hot water heater, full house vacuum, and is plumbed for additional bathroom. The property also comes with a large tobacco style pole barn that features a workshop, horse stalls, and a partially finished studio apartment with full kitchenette, bathroom, stacked laundry and pantry. Additionally, there is a garden shed and chicken coop with fenced in run. Conveniently located just 4 miles from downtown Chelsea, 16 miles from Ann Arbor, and just minutes away from the Waterloo Recreational area, this unique property offers the perfect blend of country living and accessibility. Exceptional location and incomparable views truly make this home one of a kind. Property sale includes 2 parcels. F-06-28-100-027 & F-06-28-100-026. 50 acre parcel is under conservation easement with the Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Department.
MLS# 24029125

Courtesy Of The Edward Surovell Company
1884 W. Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 761-6600

Property Features

  • Age
    11-20 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Deck, Pond
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Exterior Type
    Vinyl Siding
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Heating System
    Fireplace, Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    49.87 Acres

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  • Principle and Interest
    $6,163
  • Property Taxes
    $749
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Schools

North Creek Elementary School

Grades KG-2 Public School

Chelsea, MI 48118 4.5 miles
699 mckinley st

477 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Details

South Meadows Elementary School

Grades 3-5 Public School

Chelsea, MI 48118 3.6 miles
335 pierce st

448 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B+

School Details

Beach Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Chelsea, MI 48118 4.5 miles
445 mayer dr

548 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A+

School Details

Chelsea High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Chelsea, MI 48118 4.5 miles
740 n freer rd

805 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A+

School Details

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Chelsea, MI 48118

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Chelsea, MI 48118

This community’s employment is highest in the production occupations and food industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

83° July
Hottest Average Month
16° January
Coldest Average Month
5,395 Total Households in Area
-0.8% Increase in population since the year 2010
28.2%
of households
have children
26 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Chelsea, MI 48118

Chelsea, MI 48118 has a population of 13,856 people in 5,395 households with a median age of 46.9 years old.

-0.8%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
5,456
Total households as of 2010
3.4%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 46.9 years old. The smallest percentage group is 55-64 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 90%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2%
Black 1%
Other <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 90%, followed by Hispanic at 3%, Asian at 2%, and Black at 1%.

Economics
for Chelsea, MI 48118

152 /sq mi
Population Density
$91,667 /yr
Median Household Income
$426,770
Median Sales Price
26 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 16.83% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 81%
  • Work from Home 15%
  • Walk or Bike 4%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 4,354 75%
Rented 1,041 18%
Vacant 383 7%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 87%
Blue Collar 13%

Family & Education Facts
for Chelsea, MI 48118

46.9 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.5
persons per
household

60.9%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 31%
Graduate Degree 22%
Some College 20%
High School Graduate 15%
Associates Degree 10%
Some High School 2%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 30.66% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
28.2% of households have children

Weather
for Chelsea, MI 48118

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 83° F in July to a low of 16° F in January

83° July
Hottest Average Month
16° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
16°
30°
Feb
17°
33°
Mar
25°
43°
Apr
36°
57°
May
46°
69°
Jun
56°
79°
Jul
60°
83°
Aug
59°
81°
Sep
51°
74°
Oct
41°
61°
Nov
31°
47°
Dec
21°
34°

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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