307 Orton Street, Howard City, MI 49329

$165,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 1,296 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 23,522 Status: Pending

Current Price: $165,000 List Date: 2/26/2026 Last Modified: 3/19/2026

Overview

Description

First-Time on the Market - A True Howard City Original! This charming 3 bedroom, 4th (non-conforming), 1 bath home, is a wonderful piece of early Howard City history. Its solid construction and timeless design have allowed it to stand strong for generations. The property has remained in the same family and is now being offered for sale for the very first time--an exceptional opportunity to own a home with deep local roots. Lovingly maintained throughout the years, it has been carefully preserved and remains in excellent condition, showcasing true pride of ownership. Situated on three lots on a prominent corner location directly across from Ensley Park, the setting blends historic charm with everyday convenience. Enjoy paved walking trails, a playground, volleyball courts, basketball hoops, picnic facilities, and a gazebo just steps from your front door.

Supplements: With its rich history, meticulous care, spacious lot configuration, and unbeatable location, this property offers more than just a place to live--it offers the opportunity to continue a story that has been cherished for generations. Please note, this is an estate sale and the property is being sold as-is. Schedule your private showing today and bec ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26006955

Location Property Info

County: Montcalm
Street #: 307
Street Name: Orton
Suffix: Street
State: MI
Zip Code: 49329
Zip (4): 9411

General Property Info

New Construction: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.54
Lot Square Footage: 23522
Lot Dimensions: 150 x 150
Year Built: 1906
Road Frontage: 150
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Fireplace: No
Income Property: No
Total Rooms AG: 10
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1296
SqFt Above Grade: 1296
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 178
Building Total SqFt: 1296
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: Yes
Total Baths: Yes
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: 2
School District: Tri County
Association YN: No
Waterfront: No
Total Fireplaces: 0
Basement: Yes
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 0
# of Outbuildings: 0

Tax Info

Tax ID #: 047-291-001-00
Taxable Value: 23861
SEV: 66700
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 1119.36
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: None known
Zoning: Residential

Remarks Misc

Directions: Us 131 To The Howard City Exit 118 E Past Federal To S On Orton

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2026-03-19

More Information

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N: No

Access Feat

Accessibility Features: No

Upper Rooms

Upper Bedrooms: Yes
Upper Level Square Feet: 259
Total Baths Above Grade: Yes

Main Rooms

Main Bedrooms: 2
Main Full Baths: Yes
Main Level SQFT: 1037

Basement Rooms

Total Basement SQFT: 178
Basement Finished SQFT: 0

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets: Orton & Park
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Municipality: Reynolds Twp

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 127.31
Ownership Type: Private Owned

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks: First-Time on the Market - A True Howard City Original! This charming 3 bedroom, 4th (non-conforming), 1 bath home, is a wonderful piece of early Howard City history. Its solid construction and timeless design have allowed it to stand strong for generations. The property has remained in the same family and is now being offered for sale for the very first time--an exceptional opportunity to own a home with deep local roots. Lovingly maintained throughout the years, it has been carefully preserved and remains in excellent condition, showcasing true pride of ownership. Situated on three lots on a prominent corner location directly across from Ensley Park, the setting blends historic charm with everyday convenience. Enjoy paved walking trails, a playground, volleyball courts, basketball hoops, picnic facilities, and a gazebo just steps from your front door.
Legal: LOTS 1, 2 & 3 & W 8 FT OF VACATED ALLEY LYING DIRECTLY E OF SAID LOTS BLK 51 FOURTH ADDITION TO VILLAGE OF HOWARD CITY.

Lot Description

Corner Lot: Yes

Street Type

Paved: Yes
Public: Yes

Util Avail at Street

Cable Available: Yes
Electricity Available: Yes
High Speed Internet: Yes
Natural Gas Available: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Water

Public: Yes

Terms Available

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Mineral Rights

Unknown: Yes

Laundry Features

Gas Dryer Hookup: Yes
Laundry Room: Yes
Main Level: Yes
Washer Hookup: Yes

Exterior Material

Other: Yes

Parking Features

Detached: Yes
Garage Faces Front: Yes
Garage Faces Side: Yes

Heat Source

Natural Gas: Yes

Sale Conditions

None: Yes

Heat Type

Wall Furnace: Yes
Other: Yes

Air Conditioning

Window Unit(s): Yes

Lower Rooms

Lower Finished SQFT: 0
Total Lower SQFT: 0

Driveway

Concrete: Yes
Unpaved: Yes

Substructure

Michigan Basement: Yes

Kitchen Features

Eating Area: Yes

Additional Items

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes

Appliances

Dryer: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Oven: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Water Heater

Natural Gas: Yes

Fencing

Other: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Porch(es): Yes

Flooring

Carpet: Yes
Linoleum: Yes

Landscape

Shrubs/Hedges: Yes

Architectural Style

Bungalow: Yes

Possession

Close Plus 30 Days: Yes

Property Features

Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Main Level; Washer Hookup Exterior Material: Other Substructure: Michigan Basement Lot Description: Corner Lot Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; Electricity Available; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Available Kitchen Features: Eating Area Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s) Appliances: Dryer; Microwave; Oven; Refrigerator; Washer Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Wall Furnace; Other Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s) Water Heater: Natural Gas Fencing: Other Flooring: Carpet; Linoleum Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es) Landscape: Shrubs/Hedges Parking Features: Detached; Garage Faces Front; Garage Faces Side Architectural Style: Bungalow Driveway: Concrete; Unpaved Street Type: Paved; Public Mineral Rights: Unknown Terms Available: Cash; Conventional Possession: Close Plus 30 Days Sale Conditions: None

Listing Office: RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)

Listing Agent: Renay M Deering-Horton

Last Updated: March - 19 - 2026

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307 Orton Street, Howard City, MI 49329 (MLS# 26006955)