231 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843
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FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER

$290,000

Original price: $350,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,900 sqft

231 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843

Est. Mortgage $1,914/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1900
$153/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 231 E Brooks St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Carport and shedFenced in yardIndoor french doorsHardwood floorsThree floorsAc and heat
House for sale!

TWO homes for the price of ONE!!
(Yes, this is real!)

• In downtown Howell—literally walking distance from all the shops!

• Many updates have been done to combine the easy, modern-day functioning in the home with preserving the beautiful historic character of the homes being more than 100 years old! Indoor french doors, hardwood floors, fenced in yard, three floors, AC and heat, and more. All appliances included in sale.

• Home 1: 3 beds, 1.5 baths, garage, approximately 1,200 square feet.

• Home 2: 4 beds, 1 bath, carport and shed, approximately 1,500 square feet.

• Think multigenerational living
OR
Rent both out
OR
Live in one and rent out the other.

• For sale by owner. (No, we’re not looking for a realtor. Please don’t offer.) Property being sold as-is. Owner will do no more updates than what’s already done.

*The 2 homes have different addresses, utilities and face different streets.

If you’re intrigued there will be an open house in the next couple weeks. Date and time TBD

Home Details for 231 E Brooks St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Mud RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylLawn
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Carport, Garage Attached

Days on Market

Days on Market: 130 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $153

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Around this home

What Locals Say about Howell

This October

Trick-or-Treat Score

Built from what locals say about this neighborhood.
  • 84% say there's holiday spirit
  • 62% say there are sidewalks
  • 58% say neighbors are friendly
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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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  • Cheryl K DeVries
    "The mixture of ages in this neighborhood. "
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  • Sandy Green
    "Nice people big lots"
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  • Cheryl K DeVries
    "I’ve lived in my neighborhood 12 yrs and it’s wonderful place to live. People are friendly. To walk and enjoy nature and be in a subdivision is wonderful. "
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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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  • 7xsssmsq7r
    "I just moved out here. Everyone I have met are very friendly and helpful. They go out of there way help "
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  • Storyrob
    "There are plenty of sidewalks. Motorist are courteous at crosswalks. All dogs are on a leash. People want to meet him. "
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  • Jessica Katzenberger
    "Lots of families and family atmosphere. Open spaces no HOA but everyone takes care of their properties and they are all well maintained. "
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  • Kandra Czarnowski
    "I lived here 22 years. Very family oriented. We’ve enjoyed raising our kids in this community. Very safe. Very community oriented "
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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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  • Kandra Czarnowski
    "Amazing place to live. Safe, friendly, convenient. Small town feeling in a large suburb. Great schools. "
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  • Cheryl K DeVries
    "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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  • Ponciano
    "The most important thing is to be sure you have enough of the information you need to know about the process and how it will work for you."
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  • Barbara Smigels
    "I’ve lived here for 19 years. We love it! Friendly, safe with a small town feel. I’ve met the nicest people here. "
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  • Aileen S.
    "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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  • Kylie G. .
    "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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  • Debiforsythe
    "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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  • Paul
    "There is a lot of room for dogs. Most homes have acreage for pets. There are no sidewalks out here."
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  • Tom M
    "It is a good town with good people and many things to do , such as ballooon fest , melon fest , lights parade ."
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  • Shawna W.
    "Great neighborhood. Been here for 15 years. Our daughter grew up with awesome schools, friends and so much community involvement. "
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  • Hck357
    "Ppl walk their dogs and pick up after them. Some let their dogs bark too much. HOA does nothing about it. "
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  • Jozlyn O.
    "My aunt lives around here and every time I visit I fall in love more and more!! Very beautiful neighborhoods here."
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  • Kmp061092
    "My commute is 25 minutes. I live in Howell and drive to Hartland. quite a lot of traffic for this area. "
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  • Tim H.
    "Great family oriented place to live Great ammenties to include pool, paved walking path and nature trail"
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  • Todd K.
    "I go from Howell to Okemos. It is approximately 30 miles one way. It takes about 30 minutes using I96."
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Market trends in Howell

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$407K
$13.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$186
$0MoM
Available listings
184
13MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$308K
Since last month
Increased$4K (+1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$26K (+9%)
Since last sale
Increased$113K (+57.9%)
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 +60% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$308K
August 2026$304K
July 2026$304K
June 2026$309K
May 2026$313K
April 2026$313K
March 2026$295K
February 2026$287K
January 2026$283K
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
823 Alger St, Howell, MI
0.84
Multi-Family Home
$265,000
05/04/26
5
2.5
2,024
419 N State St, Howell, MI
0.52
Multi-Family Home
$390,999
12/12/25
8
8
2,468
1019/1021 S Michigan Ave, Howell, MI
0.89
Multi-Family Home
$215,000
10/24/25
4
2
-
4153 Hampton Ridge Blvd, Howell, MI
3.10
Multi-Family Home
$224,000
10/22/25
2
1
1,228
2895 Spring Hill Dr, Howell, MI
4.74
Multi-Family Home
$335,000
01/30/26
6
2
1,920
2861 Spring Hill Dr, Howell, MI
4.72
Multi-Family Home
$350,000
01/16/26
6
2
1,968
2895/2897 Spring Hill Dr, Howell, MI
4.66
Multi-Family Home
$335,000
02/09/26
3
1
900

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
215 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843
0.01
$313,700
3
2
1,944
Off Market
522 1/2 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.02
$216,100
2
1
950
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Howell, MI 48843
0.02
$246,100
4
1
1,600
Off Market
516 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.02
$292,300
3
2
1,382
Off Market
522 Fleming St #2, Howell, MI 48843
0.03
$377,700
2
1
950
Off Market
522 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.03
$347,500
3
1
1,150
Off Market
509 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843
0.03
-
4
2
1,800
Off Market
509 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843
0.03
$311,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market
205 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843
0.03
$392,400
4
4
2,706
Off Market
501 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.03
$294,300
3
2
1,800
Off Market
507 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.04
$322,600
3
3
2,166
Off Market
242 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
515 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.04
$315,700
4
2
1,834
Off Market
521 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843
0.04
-
4
2
1,820
Off Market
521 McCarthy St, Howell, MI 48843
0.04
$326,600
Studio
-
-
Off Market
310 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843
0.04
$281,900
3
2
1,500
Off Market
521 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.05
$272,200
3
1
1,454
Off Market
415 Fleming St, Howell, MI 48843
0.05
$246,500
4
2
1,348
Off Market
316 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843
0.06
$266,000
3
1
1,500
Off Market
215 Livingston St, Howell, MI 48843
0.06
$413,400
4
2.5
2,622
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$290,000
Price decreased by 17%
Jun 13, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$350,000
Jul 8, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$195,000
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Nov 20, 2020
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$205,000

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Frequently asked questions about 231 E Brooks St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 231 E Brooks St?
    Based on a $290,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 231 E Brooks St in Howell, MI is approximately $1,945 (about $1,628 principal & interest, $242 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 231 E Brooks St compare to homes in Howell?
    231 E Brooks St in Howell, MI is listed at $290,000, about 29% below the $407K median sale price in Howell.
  • What do residents say about Howell?
    Residents describe Howell, MI as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Howell, MI.
  • What are the closest schools to 231 E Brooks St?
    The closest schools to 231 E Brooks St in Howell, MI are Howell High School (rated 7/10), Parker Middle School (Elementary, rated 6/10), Three Fires Elementary (rated 7/10).
  • Does 231 E Brooks St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 231 E Brooks St in Howell, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 231 E Brooks St have a pool?
    Yes, 231 E Brooks St in Howell, MI has a pool.
231 E Brooks St, Howell, MI 48843 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,900 sqft multi-family built in 1900. This property is currently available for sale and was listed on Jun 6, 2026.