218 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843
OFF MARKET

$222,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,314 sqft

218 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843

Est. Refi. Payment $1,439/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 5, 2025 for $215,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$222K
Since last month
Increased$700 (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$8K (+3.7%)
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 +103% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$223K
August 2026$222K
July 2026$222K
June 2026$219K
May 2026$217K
April 2026$217K
March 2026$219K
February 2026$217K
January 2026$217K
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
221 S Barnard St, Howell, MI
0.13
Single-Family Home
$260,000
01/06/26
2
1
1,252
238 E Washington St, Howell, MI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$330,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,710
322 Wetmore St, Howell, MI
0.35
Single-Family Home
$205,000
12/03/25
3
1
1,605
516 W Clinton St, Howell, MI
0.39
Single-Family Home
$240,000
08/26/26
2
1
1,263
611 W Grand River Ave, Howell, MI
0.40
Single-Family Home
$280,000
11/10/25
2
1
1,460
528 W Clinton St, Howell, MI
0.41
Single-Family Home
$225,000
11/07/25
3
1
1,186
210 S Barnard St, Howell, MI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$280,000
03/25/26
2
2
1,290
609 W Crane St, Howell, MI
0.38
Single-Family Home
$293,000
09/18/25
3
1
1,200
303 W Washington St, Howell, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$263,512
01/09/26
3
1.5
2,136

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
221 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843
0.02
$271,000
3
1
1,376
Off Market
216 E Washington St, Howell, MI 48843
0.05
$299,900
5
2
1,665
Recently Sold
101 E Crane St, Howell, MI 48843
0.11
$217,900
3
1.5
1,466
Off Market
411 S Michigan Ave, Howell, MI 48843
0.12
$337,000
4
2.5
1,752
Off Market
121 S Court St, Howell, MI 48843
0.07
$650,000
4
7
5,472
For Sale
238 E Washington St, Howell, MI 48843
0.10
$330,000
3
2
1,710
Recently Sold
409 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.13
$299,900
3
2.5
1,865
For Sale
210 S Barnard St, Howell, MI 48843
0.10
$280,000
2
2
1,290
Recently Sold
409 S Walnut St, Howell, MI 48843
0.15
$425,000
3
2
1,354
Recently Sold
221 S Barnard St, Howell, MI 48843
0.12
$260,000
2
1
1,252
Recently Sold
421 S Walnut St, Howell, MI 48843
0.16
$360,900
4
2
1,802
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 218 McCarthy St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1890
1,314 sqft
$169/sqft

About this House

Come check out this updated historic home in downtown Howell. This home is in the perfect location with walking distance to all the local restaurants and boutique shops as well as all of the festivals downtown Howell has to offer. Enjoy a nice cup of coffee on the enclosed front porch with new windows or a drink on the back deck while you watch the hot air balloons soar over from Balloonfest. 218 McCarthy boasts original hardwood on the lower level and mostly under the carpet on the upper level as well. Take the worry out of some bigger expenses with a new fridge, dishwasher, stove, A/C, furnace, bathroom updates, and siding within the last 5 years. The smaller fenced in yard is great for your pets, but also the perfect size for low maintenance upkeep. Come check it out and make 218 McCarthy your new home today! -Listing agent is owner- Back on market due to buyer losing financing right before closing.
218 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,314 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $215,000 on Mar 5, 2025 (7% below the $230,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2026 with an asking price of $2,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 24, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $222,400, with a rent estimate of $1,864/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Alyssa Voss, (810) 923-7015
KW Showcase Realty
Bought with: Christopher Glahn, (734) 730-3403, RE/MAX Platinum
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20240088185

Home Details for 218 McCarthy St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1314 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfEntry Location: GroundLevelwSteps

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, Enclosed, PorchFencing: Back Yard, FencedFoundation: Michigan Basement
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: No Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer At Street
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1314 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 42

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Historic
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Exclusion(s) Do Not ExistParcel Number: 1736306033

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Feb 12 2025Possession Timing: At Close

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: HowellCommunity: CRANE & BROOKS ADD
School Information
High School District: Howell

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3049.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Agent Owned, Short Sale No

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, FHA 203K, Usda Loan, Va Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20240088185Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1314Activation Date: Sat Nov 23 2024Back On Market Date: Tue Jan 14 2025Showing Requirements: AppointmentLockBox

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 24, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,100
May 7, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,100
Mar 5, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20240088185
Sold
$215,000
Feb 15, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20240088185
Pending
$230,000
Jan 14, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20240088185
Listed For Sale
$230,000

Market trends in Howell

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$390K
$18.75KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$187
$2MoM
Available listings
212
25MoM

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What Locals Say about Howell

At least 228 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Rachel Simonyi
    "I was born and raised in Howell. I also raised my 3 children here and we all love it. Most of my immediate family lives here and has raised or raises there children here also. "
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  • 7xsssmsq7r
    "Pretty much just school buses. The roads real nice you can get restaurants that deliver food out here and the roads are pretty much clear in the winter time."
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  • Jessica Katzenberger
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  • Kandra Czarnowski
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  • Jpowlison
    "A good mix of young families with children and older adults. Pride of ownership is obvious. We enjoy watching the wildlife out by our 2 ponds."
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    "Excellent academic and Band and Sports programs through the High school. Parents look out for other children besides their own. Friendly & Safe neighborhoods"
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  • Barbara Smigels
    "Lived here for 19 years. Love it!!! Quiet, safe and great people. Love the downtown area with all the old buildings. "
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    "Downtown is a great place to visit and shop with unique boutiques. Great for kids and adults. M Street Bakery is my favorite!"
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    "This is a pretty safe area to raise children and there’s lots of things close by, like stores, and doctors offices... so I really suggest moving here! You won’t regret it !!"
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  • Katie R.
    "It is a great place to raise your kids. The schools have high quality teachers. There are many opportunities to get involved with the community. There is something for everyone in Howell."
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  • Nicholas C.
    "plenty of lakes and parks to go walking on trails and enjoy outdoors. no real dog parks to do unleashed play or indoor parks for winter. "
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  • Michael C. J.
    "Great area. Perfect to raise a family!! Plan to live here for a while.. Super quiet, safe and everything you need is super close. Great and clean area"
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  • Rachel H.
    "We are close to the downtown area where regular community events are held such as: Trick or Treating, Balloonfest, Melonfest & Fantasy of Lights parade. "
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  • Chantalafton
    "It has gotten so busy over the last 10 years! Traffic is miserable around here these days! I hope people stop moving here. Or I’m moving out. Not a small town anymore. "
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  • Jamie U.
    "Legend of Sleepy Howell at Halloween, and the Farmers market is AMAZING!! Downtown is so charming and full of life, you never want to leave."
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    "ballonfest, melon festival, hiking trails, great neighbor's, great wines, fishing trips , trails. rides, color tours, great camping. snowmobiles, the great lakes and best of all great people"
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  • Ryan M.
    "Drivers visiting friends on the lake tend to drive fast while going through the neighborhood. We never let our kids play out in front of our house unsupervised because of speeding/distracted driving."
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  • Paul W.
    "Usually goes fast without any difficulty. Most areas are accessible for commuting. Freeways are very convenient"
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Frequently asked questions about 218 McCarthy St

  • What is 218 McCarthy St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 218 McCarthy St in Howell, MI is $222,400.
  • What is the price history for 218 McCarthy St?
    218 McCarthy St in Howell, MI last sold for $215,000 in March 2025.
  • Is Howell a buyer's or seller's market?
    Howell is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Howell?
    The median sale price in Howell is $390K. That is up $18.75K from the prior month.
  • Does 218 McCarthy St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 218 McCarthy St in Howell, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 218 McCarthy St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 218 McCarthy St in Howell, MI has in-unit laundry.

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