Sumpter Township, 80 Acres

Farm Description

Welcome Trophy Whitetail Hunters. This beautiful 80-acre property located in Sumpter Township offers the perfect combination of hardwoods, tillable ground, wetland and native grasses to create the ultimate whitetail sanctuary. Ideal property for a private family estate, recreational property or residential development opportunity. Rare opportunity to own one of the last available vacant properties in Sumpter Township of this size and quality.

Land

The property is approximately 70 wooded with a good percentage of the timber being mature and valuable. Approximately 10 of the property is tillable ground, ideal for food plots, with the balance of the property made up of thick under brush, natural openings, lush native grasses with a small lower lying wetland area on the S.W. side of the property that makes for a wildlife paradise.

There are several established deer blinds that are strategically placed throughout the property. The owners are avid deer hunters and practice Quality Deer Management which is evident by the number of trail cam pictures they have of mature bucks.

Improvements

With Sumpter Township being one of the fastest growing communities in Wayne County, this property would be ideal for a residential development opportunity. A successful perc test has been performed on the property. Natural gas and electricity are available at the roadside.

Recreation

There are endless recreational opportunities on this property and the surrounding area. The property is naturally loaded with wildlife, namely deer, turkey and many species of wild birds. The well-maintained trail system throughout the property is ideal for hiking, biking, running, horseback riding and Atv's. Wintertime activities include cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

The property is only 5 miles to the very popular Lower Huron Metropark which offers 1,258 acres of mature woodlands, grassy meadows, and the scenic Huron River. Run or inline skate along a paved, hike-bike trail. Shoreline fish or canoe along the river, as you observe swans or geese floating on the water. In the summer, coast down a water slide or drift along the lazy river at the Turtle Cove Family Aquatic Center. Lower Huron Metropark also offers scenic picnic areas, basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts. Nearby Banotai Park and Crosswind Marsh also offer fishing, swimming, hiking, horse trails and cross-country ski trails.

Whatever your preference, everyone can enjoy the fun and excitement of nearby Belleville Lake. Belleville Lake is six miles long and covers 1,220 acres. The City of Belleville is situated on the south shore of the Lake offering approximately 1.5 miles of lake frontage. The Belleville community has become a haven for all who come to enjoy the waterways, shop, dine, and seek a peaceful way of life. The area's ideal proximity to Belleville Lake and favorable location along the I-94 corridor between Detroit Metro Airport and Ann Arbor offers countless opportunities for living, working and playing

Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources

All mineral rights on the property will convey.

Region & Climate

This area in Michigan has 4 distinct seasons with very moderate overall climates. The average Summertime high temperature is a comfortable 79 degrees, and the annual snowfall is approximately 32.

History

Belleville is a city in Wayne County and a western suburb of Detroit. Belleville is located roughly 29 miles southwest of downtown Detroit, and 18 miles southeast of Ann Arbor, and is completely surrounded by Van Buren Township. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 4,008. 4

The Belleville Area includes the City of Belleville, the Charter Township of Van Buren and Sumpter Township and is home to over 40,000 residents. The Community is one of the fastest growing in Wayne County. The Belleville area is known for its diverse lifestyles. You can enjoy the outdoor / rural feeling, the hustle and bustle of a growing suburb, or a small city atmosphere.

Location

The property is located at 42745 Harris Road, Belleville, MI, 48111, Sumpter Township - Wayne County.

Located 8 miles from DTW Metropolitan Airport.

29 miles to Downtown Detroit.

18 miles to Ann Arbor.