For Sale5d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
5896 Silver Birch Rd
Ortonville, MI, 48462 • 48462 • Lapeer County
$475,000
$328/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
2Baths
1,450Sqft
0.53 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
On the Big Fish Lake
All Sports Lake, Beach Front, Dock Facilities, Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Private Water Frontage, Seawall, Waterfront
Colonial Style
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
BIG FISH LAKE SUB
48462
Outdoor Living
Deck
Special Features
Kennel Dog Run · Sheds
1-Car Garage
One Car Garage · Detached · Driveway · Garage Faces Front
This home is in high demand
Listed 5 days ago · 1,424 views · 38 saves · Top 9% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
1,424 views
People checking out this listing
38 saves
Buyers have saved this home
5 days on market
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$328/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 9% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1900 · Historic
Discover the charm of this Stone Cottage on beautiful Big Fish Lake! Enjoy peaceful mornings with scenic views across to State Land on this quiet, all-sports lake. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious double lot and offers endless potential for the right buyer. Features include a dog run, oversized shed, and plenty of outdoor space to make your own. Home needs TLC and is being sold AS IS. Perfect for investors or anyone looking to bring new life to this lakefront gem.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights lakefront gem, beautiful big fish lake, and oversized shed as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,979/month
Principal & Interest$2,346
Property Tax$475
Insurance$158
Down payment20% ($95,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.28% rate · 30yr fixed · $380,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1900
HeatingForced Air, Propane
Parking1 Garage space
Lot0.53 Acres
Days on Zillow5 Days
Price/sqft$328
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1900
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Propane
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionStone, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerWell / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOne Car Garage, Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Front
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished
FencingBack Yard,Fenced,Front Yard
Lot0.53 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood48462
Annual tax$3,393
Parcel01015002500
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Speed Internet
Programmable Thermostat
Appliances
Dishwasher
Dryer
Electric Cooktop
Free Standing Electric Oven
Free Standing Refrigerator
Washer
Water Softener Owned
Heating
Forced Air
Propane
Fireplace
Dining Room
Double Sided
Family Room
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Chimney Caps
Parking
One Car Garage
Detached
Driveway
Garage Faces Front
Construction
Stone
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Irregular Lot
Vacation Home
Security
Smoke Detectors
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Cable Available
Other Structures
Kennel Dog Run
Sheds
Room details
11 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
Second23×10 ft230 sqft
Bedroom
Second11×9 ft99 sqft
Bedroom
Second9×13 ft117 sqft
Bedroom
Second12×11 ft132 sqft
Other
Entry11×6 ft66 sqft
Other
Second4×6 ft24 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market5
Est. value$462,600
Est. rent$1,871/mo
Tax rate0.99%
Price/sqft$328
On marketApr 2, 2026
PostedApr 2, 2026
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,424
Favorites38
How are the schools in Ortonville?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ortonville, MI, 48462
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 2, 2026Listed For Sale$475,000$328Realcomp II
Dec 8, 2025Listing Removed$450,000$310Realcomp II
Nov 13, 2025Listed For Sale$450,000$310Realcomp II
Nov 10, 2025Listing Removed$599,000$413Realcomp II
Aug 7, 2025Listed For Sale$599,000$413MiRealSource
Listed For Sale$475,000
Apr 2, 2026•$328/sqft•Realcomp II
Listing Removed$450,000
Dec 8, 2025•$310/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$450,000
Nov 13, 2025•$310/sqft•Realcomp II
Listing Removed$599,000
Nov 10, 2025•$413/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$599,000
Aug 7, 2025•$413/sqft•MiRealSource
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$3,393$235,000
Apr 7, 2024$3,240$231,300
Apr 7, 2023$3,072$194,200
Apr 7, 2022$2,854$160,900
Apr 7, 2021$2,769$138,500
Apr 7, 2020—$139,800
Apr 7, 2018$2,687$106,967
Apr 7, 2017$2,673$103,664
Apr 7, 2016—$99,669
Apr 7, 2015—$92,082
Apr 7, 2014—$81,984
Apr 7, 2013—$81,353
Apr 7, 2012—$79,130
Apr 7, 2011—$78,260
Apr 7, 2010—$89,689
Apr 7, 2009—$93,127
Apr 7, 2008—$117,068
Apr 7, 2007—$118,907
Apr 7, 2006—$117,900
Apr 7, 2005—$113,740
Apr 7, 2004—$109,128
Apr 7, 2003—$102,724
Apr 7, 2002—$101,216
Apr 7, 2001—$93,193
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Ortonville, MI • Lapeer County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
48462
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