Step into timeless elegance with this 6000 plus sq ft, two story, four bedroom, six bath residence, built in 1938 and inspired by the visionary style of Frank Lloyd Wright. Located in one of Alpena's most distinguished neighborhoods, it's just steps from Lake Huron. Features include an upscale chef's kitchen, hardwood floors, 2 gas fireplaces, central air, security system, a whole-house generator, outdoor fireplace and extensively landscaped private lot (131x164). Enjoy sunrooms on both levels, a cozy library, full mother-in-law suite, and a finished basement with theatre room. Manicured, park-like grounds, copper roof, and unique design details make this a truly one-of-a-kind home.
For sale
$895,000
232 S 1st Ave, Alpena, MI 49707
4beds
6,791sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.49 Acres Lot
$842,800 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outdoor fireplaceFull mother-in-law suiteCozy libraryHardwood floorsCopper roofManicured park-like groundsSunrooms on both levels
- 335 days |
- 687 |
- 22 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mari B Crow 989-657-5801,
CENTURY 21 NORTHLAND of ALPENA 989-356-2181
Source: WWMLS,MLS#: 201836486
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Wall Oven, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Disposal, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Egress Windows, Blinds
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,791
- Total interior livable area: 6,791 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,339
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio/Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Sprinkler System
- Frontage type: None
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Dimensions: 166.32 x 141.25 x 165 x 126.25
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 09341700019100
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Automatic Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: T31N, R8E
Location
- Region: Alpena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $132/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $609,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,232
- Date on market: 8/15/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional Mortgage
- Ownership: Owner
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$842,800
$801,000 - $885,000
$3,761/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $895,000+39.3%$132/sqft |
Source:  WWMLS #201836486 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2021 | Sold | $642,500-1.1%$95/sqft |
Source: WWMLS #201814205 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2021 | Pending sale | $649,500$96/sqft |
Source: WWMLS #201814205 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2021 | Price change | $649,500-3.8%$96/sqft |
Source:  WWMLS #201814205 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2021 | Listed for sale | $675,000+99.1%$99/sqft |
Source: WWMLS #201814205 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2013 | Sold | $339,000$50/sqft |
Source: WWMLS #265043 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,232 +9.5% | $304,600 +12.6% |
| 2024 | $8,432 +4.8% | $270,400 +20.8% |
| 2023 | $8,043 +25.4% | $223,900 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $6,416 | $206,200 +17% |
| 2021 | -- | $176,200 +10.4% |
| 2020 | $6,402 +1.4% | $159,600 -3.3% |
| 2019 | $6,312 -4.7% | $165,100 +0.4% |
| 2018 | $6,625 | $164,400 -8.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $178,900 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $748 | $176,900 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $748 -53.6% | $175,500 +8.9% |
| 2013 | $1,612 -99% | $161,200 |
| 2012 | $161,200 +2562.2% | $161,200 -7.9% |
| 2011 | $6,055 | $175,000 |
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Neighborhood: 49707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ella M. White SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Alpena High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Thunder Bay Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ella White
- High: Alpena
Source: WWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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