Sold355d on marketHistoric · 88 yrs
701 Cowley Ave
East Lansing, MI, 48823 • Glencairn • Ingham County
$998,000
$168/sqft
4Beds
5Baths
5,926Sqft
0.43 acLot
1938Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1938 · 88 years of history
Glencairn
Glencairn
Enhanced Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) · Smoke Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio
3 Fireplaces
Gas · Electric · Basement · Library · Living Room
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
2-Car Garage
Attached · Garage · Garage Door Opener · Inside Entrance · Storage
Premium Finishes
Crown Molding · Granite Counters · Walk-In Closet(s)
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
31 views
People checking out this listing
1 saves
Buyers have saved this home
355 days on market
Established listing
$168/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1938 · Historic
This flawlessly preserved masterpiece in the prestigious Glencairn neighborhood offers unparalleled quality and attention to detail. With a slate roof over the main house, copper gutters, and a timeless walnut library, this home effortlessly blends classic elegance with modern luxury. Highlights include a gourmet kitchen featuring a Sub-Zero fridge, Wolf range, rare Brazilian granite, and custom Heritage cabinetry, as well as a temperature-controlled wine cellar and a luxurious 700+ sq. ft. owner's suite. Enjoy your morning coffee in the all seasons sunroom, workout in the lower level gym space and you'll love the oversized laundry area. Every level boasts renovated spa-like bathrooms, while the professionally landscaped grounds - with stone patios, a water feature, and new irrigation system create a tranquil retreat. 3 Fireplaces! Just steps from MSU and vibrant downtown East Lansing, this exceptional home offers an elevated lifestyle in a prime location. Private showings by appointment only.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$6,144/month
Principal & Interest$4,814
Property Tax$998
Insurance$333
Down payment20% ($199,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.05% rate · 30yr fixed · $798,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1938
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Units
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.43 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1938
Stories3
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Units
RoofFlat,Slate
ConstructionBrick, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Storage
Garage2 spaces
BasementBath/Stubbed,Block,Finished,Full,Partially Finished,Sump Pump
Fireplaces3
FencingBack Yard,Fenced,Gate
Lot0.43 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGlencairn
Annual tax$29,055
Parcel33200113101004
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bookcases
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Chandelier
Crown Molding
Double Vanity
Entrance Foyer
Granite Counters
Kitchen Island
Natural Woodwork
Recessed Lighting
Storage
Tray Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Disposal
ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Ice Maker
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Water Heater
Wine Refrigerator
Wine Cooler
Washer
Refrigerator
Oven
Gas Range
Dryer
Dishwasher
Flooring
Carpet
Slate
Tile
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Multi Units
Laundry
Laundry Chute
Lower Level
Sink
Fireplace
Gas
Electric
Basement
Library
Living Room
Exterior Features
Exterior
Lighting
Rain Gutters
Parking
Attached
Garage
Garage Door Opener
Inside Entrance
Storage
Construction
Brick
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Back Yard
Few Trees
Front Yard
Landscaped
Sprinklers In Front
Sprinklers In Rear
Views
Community
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Smoke Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Generator
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
15 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second45.5×14.5 ft659.75 sqft
Bedroom2
Second14.1×11.11 ft156.651 sqft
Bedroom3
Second14×18.3 ft256.2 sqft
Bedroom4
Third24.7×22.1 ft545.87 sqft
Dining Room
First14.1×14.1 ft198.81 sqft
Family Room
First14.1×17.4 ft245.34 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market355
Est. value$1,054,900
Est. rent$6,551/mo
Tax rate1.86%
Price/sqft$168
On marketFeb 4, 2025
PostedJan 27, 2025
Last sold$998,000
MLS updatedJan 5, 2026
Tour days6
Views31
Favorites1
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Location
East Lansing, MI, 48823
Price history
19 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 24, 2025Sold$998,000$168Greater Lansing AOR
Apr 16, 2025Pending Sale$1,100,000$186Greater Lansing AOR
Mar 31, 2025Contingent$1,100,000$186Greater Lansing AOR
Feb 4, 2025Listed For Sale$1,100,000$186Greater Lansing AOR
Jun 22, 2022Sold$900,000$152Public Record
Jun 2, 2022Pending Sale$925,000$156Greater Lansing AOR
May 16, 2022Contingent$925,000$156Greater Lansing AOR
Mar 25, 2022Price Change$925,000$156Greater Lansing AOR
Nov 1, 2021Price Change$939,900$159Greater Lansing AOR
Sep 20, 2021Price Change$950,000$160Greater Lansing AOR
Jul 21, 2021Listed For Sale$990,000$167Greater Lansing AOR
Dec 27, 2013Listing Removed$749,000$126Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood
Apr 13, 2013Listed For Sale$749,000$126Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood
Dec 18, 2012Listing Removed$795,000$134Tomie Raines, Inc.
May 31, 2012Listed For Sale$795,000$134Tomie Raines, Inc.
Aug 4, 2010Listing Removed$749,900$127Tomie Raines
May 29, 2009Listed For Sale$749,900$127Tomie Raines
Aug 7, 2008Listing Removed$845,000$143Visual Tour
Jun 11, 2008Listed For Sale$845,000$143Visual Tour
Sold$998,000
Apr 24, 2025•$168/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Pending Sale$1,100,000
Apr 16, 2025•$186/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Contingent$1,100,000
Mar 31, 2025•$186/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Listed For Sale$1,100,000
Feb 4, 2025•$186/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Sold$900,000
Jun 22, 2022•$152/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$925,000
Jun 2, 2022•$156/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Contingent$925,000
May 16, 2022•$156/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Price Change$925,000
Mar 25, 2022•$156/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Price Change$939,900
Nov 1, 2021•$159/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Price Change$950,000
Sep 20, 2021•$160/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Listed For Sale$990,000
Jul 21, 2021•$167/sqft•Greater Lansing AOR
Listing Removed$749,000
Dec 27, 2013•$126/sqft•Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood
Listed For Sale$749,000
Apr 13, 2013•$126/sqft•Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood
Listing Removed$795,000
Dec 18, 2012•$134/sqft•Tomie Raines, Inc.
Listed For Sale$795,000
May 31, 2012•$134/sqft•Tomie Raines, Inc.
Listing Removed$749,900
Aug 4, 2010•$127/sqft•Tomie Raines
Listed For Sale$749,900
May 29, 2009•$127/sqft•Tomie Raines
Listing Removed$845,000
Aug 7, 2008•$143/sqft•Visual Tour
Listed For Sale$845,000
Jun 11, 2008•$143/sqft•Visual Tour
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2024$26,866$547,500
Apr 15, 2023—$491,600
Apr 15, 2022—$454,500
Apr 15, 2021—$432,700
Apr 15, 2020—$407,900
Apr 15, 2019$19,681$386,600
Apr 15, 2018$19,681$369,100
Apr 15, 2017—$367,500
Apr 15, 2016—$346,400
Apr 15, 2015—$320,700
Apr 15, 2014—$210,700
Apr 15, 2013—$205,900
Apr 15, 2012—$206,300
Apr 15, 2011—$214,700
Apr 15, 2010—$238,300
Apr 15, 2009—$272,500
Apr 15, 2008—$285,300
Apr 15, 2007—$271,700
Apr 15, 2006—$269,100
Apr 15, 2005—$258,300
Apr 15, 2004—$243,700
Apr 15, 2003—$229,500
Apr 15, 2002—$218,600
Apr 15, 2001—$206,200
Apr 15, 2000—$193,000
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Local context around this listing
East Lansing, MI • Ingham County
Nearby neighborhoods
Avondale SquareBaileyDowntownGlencairnOakwoodPinecrestRed CedarSoutheast MarbleWalnut HeightsWhitehills
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
488234882548826
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