Baraga County property record for 26178 Ford Rd, Watton, MI 49970
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 1,174 sqft |
| Lot Size | 1.5 acres (65,340 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $45,000 (Oct 2023) |
| Tax Bill | $943 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 003-231-005-00 |
| Primary APN | 003-231-005-00 |
|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 1,174 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 868 sqft |
| Basement Area | 612 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 612 sqft |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
|---|---|
| Lot Area | 65,340 sqft (1.5 acres) |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|
| Street Address | 26178 FORD RD |
|---|---|
| City | WATTON |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49970 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | CV-31 8/4 104B SEC 31 T48N R34W COM 33' W OF SE COR OF SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4, TH W 312', TH N 208', TH E 312', TH S 208' TO POB. 1 |
| Legal Range | 31W |
| Legal Township | 48N |
| Legal Section | 31 |
| Jurisdiction | BARAGA MI |
| Township / Civil Division | COVINGTON |
| Census Block Group | 4 |
| Census Block | 4232 |
| Census Tract | 200 |
26178 Ford Rd is owned by an individual who bought it in October 2023.
Source: Baraga County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1075 E COURT ST, BOYNE CITY, MI 49712-9252 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 4, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Oct 4, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 26178 Ford Rd was $943.
Source: Baraga County assessment roll, as of September 1, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Baraga County |
| County Subdivision | Covington Township |
| Unified School District | L'Anse Area Schools (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $24,145 Land $6,750 Building $17,395 | $48,290 Land $13,500 Building $34,790 | |
| 2025 | $943.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 26178 Ford Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 25, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 26178 Ford Rd is low, with a 0.02% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 51% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 5 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Jamadots Internet Fiber | 500 / 50 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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