Country Home on 12 Wooded Acres with Pole Barn in Eaton Rapids, Michigan — $395,000

Property Overview

Set on 12 acres along Bellevue Road in Eaton Rapids, this tri-level country home combines four bedrooms, a practical multi-level layout, wooded surroundings, and useful outbuildings. Mature trees give much of the property a natural setting, while portions of the acreage provide productive agricultural land and room to enjoy the outdoors.

The home has approximately 2,264 square feet of finished living space, including finished areas above and below ground. Its four-bedroom layout includes three bedrooms on the second level and a fourth bedroom in the basement. The main living areas include a living room, dining room, kitchen, and foyer.

Outside, a large pole barn provides substantial storage and workshop potential. A detached three-season room adds another place to relax or entertain, with the surrounding trees and acreage providing the backdrop. A circular driveway, garage, and additional uncovered parking complete the property’s practical features.

Property Highlights

• 12 acres of land
• Four-bedroom tri-level home
• One full bathroom and one half bathroom
• Approximately 2,264 square feet of finished living space
• Large detached pole barn
• Detached three-season room
• Mature trees and wooded surroundings
• Productive agricultural acreage
• Workshop and equipment storage potential
• Circular driveway and garage

Interior Features

The tri-level floor plan separates the main living areas from the bedrooms and lower-level space, giving the home several distinct areas for everyday activities.

The first level includes a living room measuring approximately 13.4 by 19.8 feet, a dining room measuring 11.5 by 14.9 feet, and a kitchen measuring 7.6 by 14.9 feet. The foyer provides a separate entrance area.

Three bedrooms are located on the second level. The primary bedroom measures approximately 12.1 by 11.3 feet. The other two second-level bedrooms measure approximately 9.8 by 9.2 feet and 9.8 by 11 feet. The fourth bedroom is in the basement and measures approximately 9.4 by 12 feet.

The finished lower level also includes additional living space. Laundry is located on this level, and the home has a full basement.

Kitchen and Appliances

The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, microwave, oven, range, and refrigerator. Other included equipment consists of a stacked washer and dryer, water heater, and water softener.

Interior Finishes and Comfort

• Carpet and laminate flooring
• Propane heating
• Central air conditioning
• Full basement with finished living area
• Lower-level laundry

Land and Outdoor Features

The 12-acre parcel is one of the property’s defining features. Mature trees and wooded sections create a natural setting, while the agricultural portions provide a different use for the land. There is room for outdoor activities, equipment storage, gardening, or other rural property uses, subject to applicable local requirements.

Pole Barn and Workshop Space

The large pole barn is a useful addition for buyers who need more than a standard residential garage. It offers abundant storage and potential workspace for tools, equipment, recreational vehicles, and other belongings. Its size and layout should be reviewed in person to determine whether they meet a buyer’s particular storage or workshop needs.

Detached Three-Season Room

A separate three-season room provides additional space away from the main house. It can be used for casual gatherings, relaxing, or enjoying the property’s wooded surroundings during suitable weather.

Parking and Access

The property has a circular driveway, garage, and uncovered parking spaces. The home is set back from Bellevue Road, with mature trees surrounding portions of the property.

Structure and Construction

Utilities and Services

The home uses a private well and septic tank for water and wastewater. Heating is provided by propane, and central air conditioning is installed. A water softener is included.

Buyers should independently confirm the condition and capacity of the well and septic system, propane arrangements, and the availability of their preferred internet and cellular services at the property.

Location and Surrounding Area

The property is located on Bellevue Road in the Eaton Rapids area of mid-Michigan, within Ingham County and Onondaga Township. Eaton Rapids is a small community associated with the Grand River and Spring Brook, with local parks, community services, and access to the wider Lansing region.

The setting offers a rural residential environment outside the more concentrated parts of town. Buyers can consider the surrounding Eaton Rapids and greater Lansing communities for additional shopping, employment, healthcare, and services.

Schools and Education

Schools and district boundaries should be checked using the property’s exact address before making enrollment decisions. Nearby school systems in the wider area include Eaton Rapids Public Schools and Leslie Public Schools. The applicable attendance assignment for this parcel should be confirmed directly with the relevant district.

Eaton Rapids Public Schools includes Lockwood Elementary School, Greyhound Intermediate School, Eaton Rapids Middle School, and Eaton Rapids High School. These are district facilities, not a confirmation of the attendance assignment for this address.

Safety and Crime Information

Crime statistics should be considered at the correct reporting level. Statewide incident reporting provides data for participating law-enforcement jurisdictions, but a reliable, directly comparable set of current figures for this specific rural property location was not established for this listing. Citywide or countywide figures should not be treated as a measure of conditions at the property itself.

Healthcare and Medical Services

Healthcare options for residents in the wider area include medical services in Eaton Rapids and the greater Lansing region. Buyers should check current locations and services when comparing primary care, urgent care, pharmacies, and hospital emergency departments. No unverified travel distances or claims about emergency response times are included here.

Shopping and Everyday Services

Eaton Rapids serves as a local center for everyday needs, with additional retail, grocery, banking, pharmacy, and home-improvement choices available across the greater Lansing area. The property’s rural location makes it sensible to check the locations and operating hours of the services a buyer expects to use regularly.

Parks and Recreation

The Grand River and Spring Brook are notable features of the Eaton Rapids community. The wider region also has public parks, outdoor recreation areas, lakes, and golf facilities. The 12-acre property itself provides wooded outdoor surroundings and open land, while public recreation options can be explored in Eaton Rapids and nearby communities.

Transportation and Regional Access

Bellevue Road provides local road access from the property. Eaton Rapids is part of the mid-Michigan region, with connections to the broader Lansing area for employment, shopping, medical services, and other regional destinations. Buyers should check their preferred routes and actual travel times from the property before planning a regular commute.

Utilities, Internet and Connectivity

The confirmed property utility details include a private well, septic system, and propane heating. Electricity, broadband, fiber, and cellular coverage should be checked with providers using the exact street address. General service availability in Eaton Rapids does not guarantee that a particular provider or connection type is available at this rural parcel.

Housing Market Context

Historical housing figures for Ingham County provide broader context for the area’s residential market. The Federal Housing Finance Agency’s annual all-transactions house price index for the county uses a consistent index methodology, with 2000 set to 100.

These figures represent the Ingham County house price index, not the value of this individual home or a specific acreage-property comparison. The index describes historical countywide price movement and does not predict future property values.

Tax and Assessment Information

Community and Local Resources

Eaton Rapids had an estimated population of 5,218 in 2025. The community is part of the Lansing-area region and combines a small-town setting with access to larger regional services. Its location along the Grand River and Spring Brook is an important part of its local character.

Eaton Rapids has a downtown business district with restaurants, independent shops, everyday services, and community facilities. The surrounding region provides additional employment and commercial opportunities.

Healthcare

Eaton Rapids Medical Center, located at 1500 South Main Street in Eaton Rapids, provides emergency department services around the clock. Its emergency department is designated a Level IV Trauma Center and provides initial emergency assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transfers when higher-level care is required.

Additional hospital and specialist services are available in the greater Lansing area.

Local Shopping and Dining

Downtown Eaton Rapids has a selection of independent businesses, restaurants, coffee shops, convenience stores, pharmacy services, and traditional hardware shopping. Mark’s Cafe and the English Inn are among the community’s established dining destinations.

For a broader selection of retail stores, supermarkets, home-improvement businesses, and professional services, residents can also look to the greater Lansing area.

Outdoor Recreation

The Grand River and Spring Brook provide opportunities for paddling, fishing, and other water-based recreation in Eaton Rapids. The community also has public parks, footbridges, and outdoor gathering areas.

For buyers who enjoy having outdoor space at home, the property’s wooded acreage and agricultural land provide additional room for outdoor activities and rural property pursuits.

Internet and Broadband

Broadband availability varies between properties in rural parts of Michigan. Buyers can check the exact address through Michigan’s broadband availability mapping resources to identify providers, connection technologies, and advertised speeds. Fiber or high-speed service should not be assumed without an address-specific availability check.

Development and Planning

The property is in Onondaga Township, so township zoning, land-use rules, and permitted uses should be reviewed before undertaking agricultural, building, business, or other development projects. Any proposed changes to the property’s use should be confirmed with the appropriate township and county offices.

Ingham County Housing Market History

The following corrected county-specific series provides a consistent historical comparison for the property’s location. The Federal Housing Finance Agency’s annual all-transactions house price index for Ingham County uses 2000 as its base year.

The index measures historical price movement across Ingham County and is not an appraisal or an estimate of this property’s individual market value. Countywide figures do not account for differences in acreage, outbuildings, condition, location, or property features.

Property Summary