CUTE AS EVER! Step into timeless charm with this stunning Victorian masterpiece nestled in the heart of Bay City's coveted Historical District. Fully updated throughout while preserving its architectural grandeur, this home is a rare blend of old-world character and modern luxury, straight out of the pages of a design magazine! Located within walking distance to Bay City's waterfront, shops, restaurants and year-round events. PROPERTY HAS BEEN APPRAISED AT $285k! Updated plumbing in 2023, New wood flooring in 2025, Updated bathroom in 2025, The part of the driveway that's inside of the privacy fence was new in 2024. House comes with a home warranty. Seller is willing to leave the antique furniture, upon request. This beauty won't last long, schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $256,000
$256,000
1509 5th St, Bay City, MI 48708
4beds
1,844sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$271,900 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$1,762 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,900
$226,000 - $329,000
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Privacy fenceUpdated bathroomUpdated plumbingStunning victorian masterpieceModern luxuryArchitectural grandeurNew wood flooring
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Listed by:
Etta Slosser 248-933-3882,
Non-Member Office
Bought with:
Denise Vinson, 6501361552
Century 21 Signature Realty Midland
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50188509
Originating MLS: Bay County REALTOR Association
Originating MLS: Bay County REALTOR AssociationFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Entry, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, First Flr Lavatory, Second Flr Full Bathroom, Dining Room
Bedroom 1
- Features: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 7 x 12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 6 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Features: Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Ceramic
- Level: First
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Living room
- Features: Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Block,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,844 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,844
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 50
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 91
Details
- Parcel number: 0916002231300800
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public At Street
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: James Fraser 1st Add N/S Center
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bay City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $227,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,757
- Date on market: 9/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 58 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2025 | Pending sale | $269,000+5.1%$146/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Sold | $256,000-4.8%$139/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Price change | $269,000-2.2%$146/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Price change | $275,000-3.5%$149/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Price change | $285,000-1.6%$155/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $289,500-3.5%$157/sqft |
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| 8/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+22.4%$163/sqft |
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| 9/20/2023 | Sold | $245,000-9.2%$133/sqft |
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| 8/29/2023 | Pending sale | $269,900$146/sqft |
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| 8/20/2023 | Contingent | $269,900$146/sqft |
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| 6/21/2023 | Price change | $269,900-3.3%$146/sqft |
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| 5/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $279,000+213.6%$151/sqft |
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| 5/26/2022 | Sold | $88,963-30.4%$48/sqft |
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| 6/20/2005 | Sold | $127,900$69/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,757 +61.8% | $113,500 +11.6% |
| 2024 | $2,941 | $101,700 +80.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $56,450 +11.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $50,700 +5.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $48,200 +10.6% |
| 2020 | $1,954 | $43,600 +2.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $42,600 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $1,954 +2.8% | $41,600 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $1,902 | $40,500 -2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,902 | $41,350 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $1,902 +2.9% | $39,550 +4.4% |
| 2014 | $1,848 | $37,900 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $38,900 -11% |
| 2012 | -- | $43,700 -9.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $48,150 +1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $47,350 -23.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $61,900 -6.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $66,350 +27.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $52,050 -5.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $55,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $55,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $55,200 +3.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $53,400 +26.2% |
| 2002 | $1,592 | $42,300 +11% |
| 2000 | -- | $38,100 |
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Neighborhood: 48708
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Handy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Bay City Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Bay City School District
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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