1396 E Forest Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
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FOR SALE
0.26 ACRES

$235,000

Original price: $250,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,680 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

1396 E Forest Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198

Est. Mortgage $1,588/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 84% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1949
0.26 acre lot
$140/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1396 E Forest Ave.
  • Schools3 Preschool Schools6 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

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).
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Diane Crouch, (734) 657-9569
Good Company, (248) 733-5811
Source: MichRIC, MLS#26034067
Also Listed on Realcomp II, MichRIC, Realcomp II.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 84% nearby.

Home Details for 1396 E Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,PartialNumber of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1680 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedLaundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 63

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Historic
Building
Construction Materials: OtherNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: K1103476001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $235,000Price Per Sqft: $140

Location

Direction & Address
City: YpsilantiCommunity: Townsends
School Information
Jr High / Middle School: Ypsilanti Community Middle SchoolHigh School: Ypsilanti Community High SchoolHigh School District: Willow Run

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 26034067

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1680 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, FHA, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26034067

Around this home

What Locals Say about Ypsilanti

At least 401 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • RICHARD J. KAHNG
    "Quite and nice neighborhood. I don’t feel unsafe or nervous around my area even at night. The neighbors keep to themselves and are happy to help."
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  • Lyndsayerinferguson
    "I have dogs. Folks are always wanting to meet them on walks, pet them, ask their names. It can be difficult walking in grassy public areas as some folks discard their chicken bones on the ground poing potential choking/blockage hazards for dogs. "
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  • Eplummer
    "..well, this IS downtown. But to Ann Arbor, a new express bus service takes only 20 min. And the transit review has funding to expand. "
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  • Jennifer Diaz
    "It’s a friendly neighborhood, very quiet and very safe for all ages. Love the school ratings and the school zones "
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  • Carolyn Davis
    "Beautiful place to live and feel safe. The property is well maintained. The property is close too public transportation. Farmer markets are close by."
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  • Trulia User
    "I just moved in, neighbors are kind and to themselves! I’ve had packages sit at my door for days without issues, it’s quiet at night and weekends! I love how family oriented it is! 😃"
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  • Trulia User
    "People walk their dogs thru-out the neighborhood and clean up behind their animals! Children are safe around the areas where people walk their dogs!"
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  • Trulia User
    "The ever changing groups of people new community every few months. Very diverse community. Lots of small coffee and dining facilities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is a decent place if you're smart about how you maneuver around. It can be loud at times if you're near a main road, but otherwise alright. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live the next town over but spend a lot of time here I enjoy the way they are fixing it up to be a better community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice neighborhoods to walk in. Reall wish there was a local dog park that was within walking distance. Maybe they'll put one in at Prospect Park one day?"
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  • Ladia B.
    "I live here currently, it’s off the chain. A lot of negative activity and police everyday. As long as you mind your business you might not have any trouble living here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Most neighbors have dogs so it's very diverse, there are dog parks close by. many people don't pick up after their dogs"
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  • Trulia User
    "We are good neighbors that look out for each other, most of whom have been here for multiple generations."
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  • Kirsten
    "We have been here for 2 years and it is a great place to live. Convenient location, quiet for the most part and well maintained. "
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  • Katherine G.
    "lots of trees in the area so lots of squirrels dogs are literally in love with squirrels and sniff and pee on trees and go on long walks and chase squirrels "
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  • Marilyn C.
    "It's close to downtown but without seeming like it's in the city. It's close to great restaurants, a hospital, and EMU."
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  • Ann B.
    "I drive to work which is close. We have good access to multiple freeways. My spouse has a long commute but the freeway access makes it easier. "
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  • Jesse M.
    "Peaceful, relaxing, overall very nice upper middle neighborhood. The neighborhoods a new developments there’s always new things to see and new people to meet!"
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  • Mary D.
    "I commute 15 minutes to work on the other side of Ypsilanti. I used to work in Ann Arbor and the commute was 30 plus minutes on I-94"
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  • Rdhellerud
    "The community as a whole is nice for the right person. I live near the college so it is a upbeat fast moving ever changing area "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are a lot of families with kids living here and most of the time are friendly. has subwide garage sales, and some block parties too."
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  • Milton A. M.
    "Great place to live in. The city is quiet and not much stuff happens around. I love Ypsilanti and there no other place I would call home. Ypsilnti bring joy to Michigan with it’s residents and the community. There’s a lot of things to do in Ypsilanti and it’s one of the best place to stay at."
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  • Jessica N.
    "Many people have dogs and our good, responsible owners. However, there is usually a lot of dog poop from owners not cleaning up after their animals. "
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  • Ann B.
    "It is an easy commute because it is close to major freeways, hospitals, universities. It also is a reasonable drive for Ann Arbor and Detroit. "
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  • Oriana.haynes
    "First fridays and other summer activities in Depot town. Fun and quirky shops along with tasty restaurants."
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  • E.block2315
    "I see people walk thier dogs all the time. most people dont mind people walking thier dog as long as they pick up after them."
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  • Eden S.
    "so many! holiday festivities, festivals, art show community events, parades, shows.. can walk to restaurants, bars, grocery, shopping.. "
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  • Millie.m.chu2
    "Ypsilanti is a great place with a good amount of diversity. Some neighborhoods are better than others. Check on crime rates and safety ratings with the city. "
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  • Dnamdeh
    "There are more families, schools in walking distance, shopping places, bus stop in the neighborhood."
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  • Darryl
    "quiet neighborhood and community, close to highway, schools close by. safe to walk the streets day or night. lots of walkers and joggers in the area. close to farms and open areas "
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  • Crystal D.
    "There are always people walking their dogs around different neighborhoods also there are dogs welcome in the city parks and people are generally good about cleaning up after them "
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  • Guest
    "This is a very safe and friendly neighborhood I loved here my whole life it’s a great place for kids to grow up"
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  • Samanthamcunningham
    "not sure about community events because I work nights. but nice quiet neighborhood all neighbors I've met very friendly and welcoming."
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  • Juhirul
    "Great place to live in ypsilanti 48197 except supreme township which is 48198 but other than everything is safer to me to live with family I live in by depot-own great food and bars "
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  • Jessica P.
    "So close to downtown. Farmers market is nearby. Food and entertainment within walking distance. Not entirely rentals. "
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  • Melissa S. C.
    "Our neighbors look out for each other. We are all on a first name basis. We live in a diverse neighborhood."
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  • Paynecl
    "Summer picnics, holiday contests, and a neighborhood watch program that aims to keep our safety first. "
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  • Caitlin T.
    "There’s a lot of nearby activities for the kids to do! Like at the library and museums in Ann Arbor not far away. "
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  • Michidreamer
    "As there are not many parents near me, I don’t know how to answer this. It is not too far from a few Metroparks and I imagine those are quite pleasant to visit especially in the summer."
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Market trends in Ypsilanti

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$293K
$29.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$188
$5MoM
Available listings
197
18MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$231K
Since last month
Decreased$41K (-15%)
Since last year
Decreased$28K (-10.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$13K (+6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +205% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$231K
August 2026$244K
July 2026$272K
June 2026$274K
May 2026$272K
April 2026$270K
March 2026$267K
February 2026$257K
January 2026$255K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
705 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI
0.08
Single-Family Home
$235,000
12/23/25
4
1.5
1,212
616 N Mohawk Ave, Ypsilanti, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$290,000
09/12/25
3
2
1,980
717 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$250,000
04/09/26
3
2
2,013
1195 Oak St, Ypsilanti, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$240,000
08/03/26
3
1.5
1,372
507 N Ivanhoe Ave, Ypsilanti, MI
0.25
Single-Family Home
$180,000
12/12/25
3
1
1,976
744 Allen Rd, Ypsilanti, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$232,000
02/19/26
3
2
1,660
273 Kansas Ave, Ypsilanti, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$172,208
09/29/25
3
1
1,188
819 N Harris Rd, Ypsilanti, MI
0.17
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,232
620 Browning St, Ypsilanti, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$271,500
12/22/25
3
2
2,101

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1386 E Forest Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.02
$269,100
4
2
1,176
Off Market
705 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.08
$235,000
4
1.5
1,212
Recently Sold
563 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.07
$148,800
2
1
796
Off Market
1369 E Forest Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.06
$321,600
3
2
2,026
Off Market
717 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.10
$250,000
3
2
2,013
Recently Sold
721 N Harris Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.09
$259,100
3
1
1,552
Off Market
564 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.11
$138,800
2
1
576
Off Market
722 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.14
$243,900
3
2
1,714
Off Market
713 N Ford Blvd W, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.14
$158,000
2
1
768
Off Market
550 E Grand Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.12
$336,200
3
2
2,276
Off Market
167 N Ford Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
0.14
$155,000
2
1
780
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: MichRIC #26034067
PriceChange
$235,000
Price decreased by 6%
Aug 10, 2026
Source: MichRIC #26034067
PriceChange
$250,000
Price decreased by 9%
Jul 7, 2026
Source: MichRIC #26034067
Listed For Sale
$275,000
Apr 22, 2022
Source: Realcomp II #2210036145
Sold
$218,000
Mar 29, 2022
Source: Realcomp II #2210036145
Pending
$224,975

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Diane Crouch, Good Company, (248) 733-5811
Agent Phone: (734) 657-9569
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Frequently asked questions about 1396 E Forest Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1396 E Forest Ave?
    Based on a $235,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1396 E Forest Ave in Ypsilanti, MI is approximately $1,611 (about $1,244 principal & interest, $292 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1396 E Forest Ave compare to homes in Ypsilanti?
    1396 E Forest Ave in Ypsilanti, MI is listed at $235,000, about 20% below the $293K median sale price in Ypsilanti.
  • What do residents say about Ypsilanti?
    Residents describe Ypsilanti, MI as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Ypsilanti, MI.
  • What are the closest schools to 1396 E Forest Ave?
    The closest schools to 1396 E Forest Ave in Ypsilanti, MI are AC Tech High School (rated 2/10), Erickson Elementary (rated 1/10), Estabrook School (Pre-K/Elementary/Middle, rated 3/10).
  • Does 1396 E Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1396 E Forest Ave in Ypsilanti, MI has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 1396 E Forest Ave?
    The lot at 1396 E Forest Ave in Ypsilanti, MI is about 0.26 acres (11,326 sq ft).
1396 E Forest Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,680 sqft single-family home built in 1949. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MichRIC on Jul 7, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26034067.