161 E Benjamin, Idlewild, MI 49642
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OFF MARKET

161 E Benjamin
Idlewild, MI 49642

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,450 sqft (on 0.34 acres)
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,450 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Lot Size
0.34 acres
Living Area
1,450 sqft

About this House

Located at the end of a dead end road sits this 3 bed 2 bath home. Quiet, secluded area with 200 acres of federal land right next door. Multiple lakes and streams nearby as well. This would be great as a getaway or year round location, call listing agent today!
161 E Benjamin, Idlewild, MI 49642 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,450 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $30,000 on Mar 11, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,324/month.

Home Details for 161 E Benjamin

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Propane ButaneHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Vinyl

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price History for 161 E Benjamin

DatePriceEventSource
03/11/2020$30,000Sold
MichRIC #19044836
11/09/2019$39,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/23/2019$45,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/13/2019$50,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Idlewild

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$919
Assessment$53,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 161 E Benjamin

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8705 S Jackson St, Baldwin, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$45,000
11/13/25
2
1
1,200
6704 S Sincerity Ave, Baldwin, MI
1.73
Single-Family Home
$53,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,092
8739 S Newbern Ave, Baldwin, MI
0.89
Single-Family Home
$131,500
01/07/26
4
2
1
317 E Baldwin Rd, Idlewild, MI
1.42
Single-Family Home
$18,497
02/23/26
2
1
700
6411 S Forman Rd, Baldwin, MI
2.03
Single-Family Home
$45,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,304
6946 S Lakeview Ave, Idlewild, MI
1.53
Single-Family Home
$138,000
03/30/26
2
1.5
819
9279 S Forman Rd, Baldwin, MI
0.89
Single-Family Home
$200,000
04/24/26
2
1
960
7215 S Kidd Blvd, Baldwin, MI
1.48
Single-Family Home
$64,900
02/20/26
2
1
638
1538 W 68th St, Baldwin, MI
1.70
Single-Family Home
$45,000
01/14/26
1
1
1,390
565 E Rockford Rd, Idlewild, MI
1.73
Single-Family Home
$95,000
11/20/25
2
1
976

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Idlewild

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's quiet

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say there are community events

  • 50 % Say car is needed

  • 33 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 33 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Samantha D.
    "The neighborhood is very remote very nice and quiet you must have a car to live here happily. Clear skies at night lots of stars clean air and plenty access to nature."
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  • Iamsabrinarnelson
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 4 years and I really love it everyone looks out for each other and is extremely friendly. As the seasons progress you have to watch for wildlife but it is a beautiful historic little town that has over a hundred lakes in the county alone."
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  • J S.
    "Idlewild is a lost gem anyone would be so lucky to own a part of it!!!"
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Frequently asked questions about 161 E Benjamin

  • What is the price history for 161 E Benjamin?
    161 E Benjamin in Idlewild, MI last sold for $30,000 in March 2020.
  • Is Idlewild a buyer's or seller's market?
    Idlewild is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 161 E Benjamin?
    The closest schools to 161 E Benjamin in Idlewild, MI are Baldwin Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Baldwin Junior High School (rated 3/10), Baldwin Senior High School (rated 4/10).
  • How big is the lot at 161 E Benjamin?
    The lot at 161 E Benjamin in Idlewild, MI is about 0.34 acres (14,810 sq ft).