Welcome to 1396 E Forest - a beautifully historic four-bedroom, two-bathroom home brimming with character and charm. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice the tons of original details that have stood the test of time, offering a rare opportunity to continue restoring this gem back to its full original glory.
This is a nice-sized home with room to grow, and it comes with a very large backyard -- perfect for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying some extra outdoor space that's hard to find these days.
Location doesn't get much better than this. You're just minutes from Depot Town, with its beloved local shops, restaurants, and community events, and commuting is a breeze with easy access to major expressways I-94, US-23.
If you've been searching for a historic home with soul, character, and the bones to make it truly your own, this is your opportunity. Come see the charm for yourself - this beauty is ready for its next chapter. Showings begin after Saturday's open house. (Additional photos to follow).
Active
$275,000
1396 E Forest Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
4beds
1,680sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,068/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.26 Acres Lot
$268,800 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Very large backyardTons of original details
- 20 days |
- 1,658 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Diane Crouch 734-657-9569,
Good Company 248-733-5811
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26034067
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 150
- Features: Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: K1103476001
- Zoning description: RI
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Townsends
Location
- Region: Ypsilanti
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $104,729
- Annual tax amount: $5,343
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$268,800
$255,000 - $282,000
$2,319/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+26.1%$164/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Sold | $218,000-3.1%$130/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #2210036145 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2022 | Pending sale | $224,975$134/sqft |
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| 3/23/2022 | Price change | $224,9750%$134/sqft |
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| 3/20/2022 | Price change | $224,9900%$134/sqft |
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| 3/15/2022 | Price change | $224,9950%$134/sqft |
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| 3/10/2022 | Price change | $224,999-6.2%$134/sqft |
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| 3/8/2022 | Price change | $239,9950%$143/sqft |
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| 3/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $239,999$143/sqft |
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| 2/21/2022 | Pending sale | $239,999$143/sqft |
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| 2/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $239,999+108.7%$143/sqft |
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| 6/16/2020 | Listing removed | $115,000$68/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Chelsea #3273700 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $115,000-4.2%$68/sqft |
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| 4/20/2018 | Listing removed | $120,000$71/sqft |
Source: C. Hedger Breed #3253516 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $120,000+71.7%$71/sqft |
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| 3/2/2015 | Sold | $69,900$42/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #43880 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2015 | Pending sale | $69,900$42/sqft |
Source: The Charles Reinhart Company #3227857 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2015 | Price change | $69,900-22.2%$42/sqft |
Source: Reinhart Realtors #3227857 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2014 | Price change | $89,900-9.2%$54/sqft |
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| 8/20/2014 | Price change | $99,000-10%$59/sqft |
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| 7/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $110,000+100%$65/sqft |
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| 5/16/2012 | Sold | $55,000$33/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,049 | $119,600 +9.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $109,200 +15.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $94,200 -8.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $102,500 +9.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $93,900 +71.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $54,800 +6% |
| 2019 | -- | $51,700 -2.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $53,200 +29.8% |
| 2017 | $1,890 | $41,000 +13.9% |
| 2016 | $1,890 -18.9% | $36,000 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $2,331 | $34,239 -4.4% |
| 2014 | $2,331 | $35,800 |
| 2013 | $2,331 | $35,800 +0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $35,467 +2.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,535 +1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $33,958 -0.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $34,061 +4.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $32,626 +2.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $31,893 -49.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $62,600 +8.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $57,700 +3.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $55,800 +12.3% |
| 2002 | $1,120 +107.4% | $49,700 +5.5% |
| 2001 | $540 | $47,100 +7.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $43,900 |
| 1999 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 48198
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Holmes Elementary Learning CenterGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Ypsilanti Community Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10AC Tech High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Ypsilanti Community Middle School
- High: Ypsilanti Community High School
Source: MichRIC. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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