Sold848d on marketHistoric · 123 yrs
523 Smith St
Monroe, MI, 48161 • 48161 • Monroe County
$128,000
$131/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
980Sqft
0.1 acLot
1903Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1903 · 123 years of history
OLD VLG PLAT WEST OF MONROE ST
48161
Outdoor Living
Covered · Porch
1-Car Garage
One Car Garage · Detached
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
4 views
People checking out this listing
848 days on market
Established listing
$131/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1903 · Historic
Come See this Great Starter Home or Investment Property! This wonderful home was built in 1903 and has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. As you drive up to this home, you will notice the large front porch that has been freshly painted! Upon entering, check out the beautiful wood staircase, moldings and refinished hardwood floors in the family room and dining room. The main floor also features a remodeled kitchen with white cabinets, updated counters, microwave, stove, and refrigerator (all stainless steel and staying). The back door leads out to the spacious, partially fenced yard with a one car garage. As for the upstairs, you will find 2 large bedrooms and a full updated bathroom. As a bonus, the back bedroom has a balcony that overlooks the backyard. Come See for Yourself!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$843/month
Principal & Interest$673
Property Tax$128
Insurance$43
Down payment20% ($25,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $102,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1903
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fans, Central Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot4,356 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1903
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fans, Central Air
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOne Car Garage, Detached
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood48161
Annual tax$936
Parcel552900375000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Free Standing Electric Oven
Free Standing Refrigerator
Microwave
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fans
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Parking
One Car Garage
Detached
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Covered
Porch
Pool Features
None
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Second10×16 ft
Bedroom
Second9×16 ft
Other
SecondDining Room
Entry12×13 ft
Kitchen
Entry9×13 ft
Living Room
Entry15×16 ft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market848
Est. value$150,900
Est. rent$1,037/mo
Tax rate1.20%
Price/sqft$131
On marketOct 25, 2023
PostedJul 31, 2025
Last sold$128,000
MLS updatedAug 3, 2025
Tour days6
Views4
How are the schools in Monroe?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Monroe, MI, 48161
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 3, 2026Listing Removed$155,000$158Realcomp II
Oct 12, 2025Listed For Sale$155,000$158MiRealSource
Dec 11, 2023Sold$128,000$131Realcomp II
Oct 28, 2023Pending Sale$128,000$131Realcomp II
Oct 25, 2023Listed For Sale$128,000$131Realcomp II
Jun 25, 2004Sold$90,000$92MiRealSource
Listing Removed$155,000
Jan 3, 2026•$158/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$155,000
Oct 12, 2025•$158/sqft•MiRealSource
Sold$128,000
Dec 11, 2023•$131/sqft•Realcomp II
Pending Sale$128,000
Oct 28, 2023•$131/sqft•Realcomp II
Listed For Sale$128,000
Oct 25, 2023•$131/sqft•Realcomp II
Sold$90,000
Jun 25, 2004•$92/sqft•MiRealSource
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$2,000$48,500
Apr 8, 2024$949$45,920
Apr 8, 2023$910$39,930
Apr 8, 2022$879$36,280
Apr 8, 2021$819$32,900
Apr 8, 2020$209$30,080
Apr 8, 2019$754$27,190
Apr 8, 2018$769$26,130
Apr 8, 2017$721$26,130
Apr 8, 2016$721$22,140
Apr 8, 2015$721$18,380
Apr 8, 2014$703$18,380
Apr 8, 2013—$19,750
Apr 8, 2012—$20,830
Apr 8, 2011—$23,910
Apr 8, 2010—$25,570
Apr 8, 2009—$35,760
Apr 8, 2008—$44,140
Apr 8, 2007—$45,100
Apr 8, 2006—$43,660
Apr 8, 2005—$42,570
Apr 8, 2003—$38,010
Apr 8, 2002—$36,210
Apr 8, 2001—$29,140
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Monroe, MI • Monroe County
Nearby neighborhoods
Detroit BeachSouth MonroeWest MonroeWoodland Beach
Nearby cities
CarletonDundeeLambertvilleMilanMonroeNewportPetersburgSylvania
Nearby zip codes
4816148162
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