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$ 354,000

Est. payment | -/mo

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,458 SqFt

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$ 354,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,458 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,458 sqft

Price per Sqft $242

Municipality Pierson Twp

MLS Listing ID 26042217

Style Underground

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1983

Annual Tax Amount $1,799

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 3.490 Acres

Acres 3.3

Lot Dimensions 312.72x564x312.72x564

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Michigan Regional Information Center (MichRIC)

Property Description

Please see the details below regarding the "Safe House," a unique, energy-efficient, and sustainable earth-sheltered home and design studio built in 1984. Property Overview: - Lot Size: 3.2 private acres - Living Space: 1,458 sq ft main floor with three bedrooms - Garage: 648 sq ft one-stall attached garage - Interior Features: All-electric fireplace set in a real rock fireplace Design & Sustainability Features: - Earth-Sheltered Construction: Poured concrete walls vary in height based on direction, sheltering the building from cold winter winds. - Green Roof: Accessible roof featuring a biodiverse mixture of plant species. - Seasonal Efficiency: The design allows for full shade in the summer to minimize air conditioning needs, while increasing natural light penetration during the shorter winter days. How Earth Berming Works: The performance of this structure relies on thermal mass and geothermal regulation. The surrounding soil acts as a thermal battery, absorbing and slowly releasing heat (thermal lag) to dampen the effects of extreme outdoor temperatures. At several feet below the surface, the earth's temperature remains relatively constant year-round (typically between 55 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit). By burying the walls beneath this thermal boundary, the house interfaces with a stable temperature zone. This reduces the temperature differential between the inside and outside, making the structure warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer than a conventional home, thereby requiring less energy to maintain a comfortable indoor climate. How Earth Berming Works: The performance of this structure relies on thermal mass and geothermal regulation. The surrounding soil acts as a thermal battery, absorbing and slowly releasing heat (thermal lag) to dampen the effects of extreme outdoor temperatures. At several feet below the surface, the earth's temperature remains relatively constant year-round (typically between 55 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit). By burying the walls beneath this thermal boundary, the house interfaces with a stable temperature zone. This reduces the temperature differential between the inside and outside, making the structure warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer than a conventional home, thereby requiring less energy to maintain a comfortable indoor climate.

Location

State MI

County Montcalm

Direction 131 exit to Sand Lake Turn left on N 4th Street it is merge into Long Road - 1166 N Long Rd., Pierson

Rooms

Basement Slab

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband, Garage Door Opener, LP Tank Owned

Heating Forced Air

Flooring Laminate

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Formal Dining, Living Room

Fireplace true

Window Features Insulated Windows

Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry Laundry Room, Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Other

Parking Features Attached

Garage Spaces 1.0

Utilities Available Cable Available

View Y/N No

Roof Type Other,Concrete

Street Surface Paved

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Wooded

Story 1

Sewer Septic Tank

Water Well

Architectural Style Underground

Structure Type Concrete,Vinyl Siding

New Construction No

Schools

School District Tri County

Others

Tax ID 015-028-014-30

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

Listed by Ensley Real Estate

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Licensing & Affiliation Disclosure: > Richard Stewart is the Principal Broker of REO Specialists, L.L.C. and an Associate Broker with Real Broker LLC. All real estate brokerage activities are conducted in compliance with Michigan licensing laws. Richard Stewart’s Equity Recovery Program is a professional real estate service and does not provide legal or tax advice. Homeowners should consult with legal counsel regarding their specific rights during the Michigan foreclosure redemption period.

1166 N Long Road Pierson, MI 49339