Branch County property record for 523 Cranson Rd, Bronson, MI 49028
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,233 sqft · built 1906 |
| Lot Size | 1 acres (43,560 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $66,000 (May 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $1,275 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Feb 2020 Mortgage Jul 2018 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 100-032-200-020-00 |
| Primary APN | 100-032-200-020-00 |
|---|
| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Building Area | 1,233 sqft Building Perimeter |
| 1st Floor Area | 765 sqft |
| Basement Area | 660 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 660 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1906 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1906 |
| Lot Area | 43,560 sqft (1 acres) |
| Garage Area | 624 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|
| Street Address | 523 CRANSON RD |
|---|---|
| City | BRONSON |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49028-9259 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | BEG 594 FT E OF NW COR OF W 1/2 OF NE 1/4 TH E 165 FT TH S 264 FT TH W 165 FT TH N 264 FT TO POB SEC 32 T7S R7W |
| Legal Range | 07W |
| Legal Township | 07S |
| Legal Section | 32 |
| Jurisdiction | BRANCH MI |
| Township / Civil Division | BETHEL |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3074 |
| Census Tract | 951200 |
523 Cranson Rd is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in May 2018.
Source: Branch County records, as of July 7, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 523 CRANSON RD, BRONSON, MI 49028-9259 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage OAK MORTGAGE LLC |
| Jul 9, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Commercial Mortgage STURGIS BANK & TRUST CO |
| May 10, 2018 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage OAK MORTGAGE LLC |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 10, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 10, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20183146 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BRANCH MI |
| Property Address | 523 CRANSON RD, BRONSON, MI 49028-9259 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 202001030 |
|---|---|
| Date | Feb 24, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2020-01030 |
| Name | OAK MORTGAGE LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | STURGIS, MI 49091 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 181 Months |
| Due | Mar 1, 2035 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BRANCH MI |
| Property Address | 523 CRANSON RD, BRONSON, MI 49028-9259 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 15, 2018 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 201804393 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 9, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018-04393 |
| Name | STURGIS BANK & TRUST CO |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | STURGIS, MI 49091 |
| Type | Commercial Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BRANCH MI |
| Recording Date | May 10, 2018 |
| Property Address | 523 CRANSON RD, BRONSON, MI 49028-9259 |
| Document Number | 201803146 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 20, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018-03146 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2021 |
| Title Company | LIGHTHOUSE TITLE INC |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $567.60 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 21622 BANKER STREET RD, 21622, CENTREVILLE, MI 49032-9731 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship |
| Address | 921 SLISHER RD, BRONSON, MI 49028-9756 |
| Document Number | 201803147 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 10, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018-03147 |
| Name | OAK MORTGAGE LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 181 Months |
| Due | Jun 1, 2033 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 523 Cranson Rd was $1,275, up 2.7% from the year before.
Source: Branch County assessment roll, as of July 7, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Branch County |
| County Subdivision | Bethel Township |
| Unified School District | Bronson Community School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $76,600 (+31.16%) | $153,200 (+31.16%) | |
| 2025 | $1,275.00 (+2.66%) | $58,400 | $116,800 |
| 2024 | $1,242.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 523 Cranson Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective April 19, 2010
| 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 523 Cranson Rd is low, with a 0.01% 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 | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
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) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| Mercury Fiber Fixed Wireless | 150 / 20 |
May also be available: DMCI Broadband, Frontier.
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures