# 5978 Watson Road, Eau Claire, MI 49111

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/3ba single family, $419,900 ($176/sqft), built 1978, 2,388 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $2,245/mo. Listed 21 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $419,900 |
| Price/sqft | $176 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 2,388 |
| Year Built | 1978 |
| Lot Size | 217,800 sqft (5.00 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 21 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $2,123 |
| Estimated Insurance | $122 |
| **Total** | **$2,245** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1978
- 5.00 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence in Eau Claire offers nearly 2,400 square feet of living space on a generous 5-acre lot. The ranch style home features a large 2-car garage, ample space and grounds provide room for outdoor pursuits and future expansion. Well-proportioned floor plan with 2 full baths and 1 half bath makes daily living convenient. Home has a functional kitchen, eat in/dining area and a spacious living room over looking the beautiful front yard. The 5 acres delivers privacy and space to garden or have a hobby farm. The massive out building offers 3 large garage doors and a cold storage area that gives you plenty of space for whatever your needs are. This 1978 home is in its original state, while-well taken care of it will need some updates. The home is a solid brick construction with a practical layout creating a strong foundation for long-term ownership.

## Location

- **Address:** 5978 Watson Road, Eau Claire, MI 49111
- **County:** Berrien
- **Coordinates:** 42.055888, -86.312674
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=42.055888,-86.312674

## Virtual Tour & Media

- **Video Tour:** https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/wmlar/26045595

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Dean Kreps
- **Brokerage:** Greenridge Realty Inc.
- **Phone:** 6164035092
- **Broker Phone:** (616) 974-5042
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/5978-Watson-Rd_Eau-Claire_MI_49111_M95363-75236?f=listhub&s=GRARMI&m=26045595&c=propsimple)

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**MLS#:** 26045595 | **Updated:** 2026-09-16
**Source:** listhub

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