231 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
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OFF MARKET

$236,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,069 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

231 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162

Est. Refi. Payment $1,620/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 16, 2016 for $125,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$237K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$13K (+6%)
Since last sale
Increased$111K (+89%)
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 +93% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$236K
September 2026$237K
August 2026$238K
July 2026$241K
June 2026$235K
May 2026$235K
April 2026$228K
March 2026$228K
February 2026$224K
January 2026$219K
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2024
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2022
2021
2020
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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
229 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$125,000
08/12/26
3
1.5
1,408
415 Hollywood Dr, Monroe, MI
0.17
Single-Family Home
$147,450
01/28/26
3
2
1,833
303 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI
0.01
Single-Family Home
$179,000
03/20/26
4
1.5
1,668
230 E Grove St, Monroe, MI
0.03
Single-Family Home
$220,000
04/14/26
2
2
2,595
459 Riverview Ave, Monroe, MI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$129,000
06/26/26
5
2
1,700
434 Sackett Ave, Monroe, MI
0.18
Single-Family Home
$90,000
08/20/26
3
2
1,216
508 Saint Marys Ave, Monroe, MI
0.31
Single-Family Home
$145,000
10/23/25
3
1.5
1,622
526 Michigan Ave, Monroe, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$119,061
06/25/26
3
2
1,310
425 Fern Ct, Monroe, MI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/12/26
3
1.5
1,144
515 E Elm Ave, Monroe, MI
0.44
Single-Family Home
$132,000
12/10/25
3
1.5
1,651

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
303 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.01
$179,000
4
1.5
1,668
Recently Sold
227 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.02
$242,800
Studio
2
2,041
Off Market
227 E Lorain St #2, Monroe, MI 48162
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
307 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.02
$194,900
4
1.5
1,396
Off Market
230 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.03
$220,000
2
2
2,595
Recently Sold
250 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.03
$187,300
3
1
1,330
Off Market
311 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.03
$219,700
4
1
2,099
Off Market
240 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.03
$205,700
3
1
1,440
Off Market
221 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.03
$111,200
2
1
759
Off Market
224 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.04
$215,000
3
1.5
1,008
Off Market
320 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.04
$206,900
2
1.5
1,149
Off Market
318 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.04
$228,900
3
1
1,344
Recently Sold
217 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.04
$190,000
3
2
1,144
Off Market
220 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.04
$154,200
3
1
910
Off Market
218 E Grove St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.05
$200,300
3
1
1,408
Off Market
516 N Macomb St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.05
$212,200
3
2
1,259
Off Market
515 Hollywood Dr, Monroe, MI 48162
0.05
$293,900
3
2
1,928
Off Market
511 Hollywood Dr, Monroe, MI 48162
0.05
$253,300
3
2
1,611
Off Market
211 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162
0.05
$145,800
3
2
1,099
Off Market
507 Hollywood Dr, Monroe, MI 48162
0.05
$103,000
Studio
1
2,022
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1883
0.3 acre lot
2,069 sqft
$114/sqft
Garage

About this House

BEAUTIFUL HOME! THREE BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHS AND HARDWOOD FLOORS! NEW ROOF, NEWER WINDOWS AND FRESH PAINT. MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY! PRICED TO SELL.
231 E Lorain St, Monroe, MI 48162 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,069 sqft single-family home built in 1883. It last sold for $125,000 on Dec 16, 2016. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2012 with an asking price of $1,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 6, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $236,800, with a rent estimate of $1,992/month.

Home Details for 231 E Lorain St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodGardenLawnPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1883Year Updated: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 16, 2016
Source: MiRealSource #20453987
Sold
$125,000
Dec 1, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$124,999
Aug 24, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$124,999
Price decreased by 4%
Jun 16, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$129,999
Price decreased by 2%
Mar 22, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$132,200
Price decreased by 2%

Market trends in Monroe

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$228K
$5.3KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$155
$2MoM
Available listings
155
14MoM

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What Locals Say about Monroe

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  • 78% say there's holiday spirit
  • 63% say there are sidewalks
  • 54% say neighbors are friendly
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  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • J Navarre
    "We have a wonderful Farmers Market, Library System, Biking and walking trails, great parks with free summer concerts. Small town vibes. Friendly people. "
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  • J Navarre
    "Private subdivision. Mostly working professionals and retired community. A few bad apples. We have a group of neighbors that meet in the driveway for an evening glass of wine. "
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  • J Navarre
    "I live in a condominium community. Quiet street and some sidewalks. People enjoy walking, biking and dog walking. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the two main roads telegraph and monroe Street are always laden with construction and I75 always has an accident forcing traffic onto those two streets from the highway, so expect anywhere in monroe to take you 15-25 minutes to get there on a good day"
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    "It’s a condo. No fenced area. Dog must be leashed at all times. No sidewalks available. All walking in the street. "
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    "Quiet, clean, friendly neighborhood. People respect one another and care about their neighbors. I really like it here. I hope others will too."
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    "We have concerts at the park every summer that are all free to attend for everyone, there’s music of all genres to enjoy."
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  • Susie Q
    "We participate in downtown Monroe events. The music in the park, art, the parades, Christmas tree lighting, the restaurants. You can also spend a day or two walking around reading all the info about Monroe’s history, as well. Talking a stroll by the water...visiting the many parks and many churches to visit of different denominations, too. "
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  • Paityn S.
    "Great neighbor hood, everyone’s very friendly. Very peaceful, and has beautiful views. I’ve lived here since i was born, and definitely plan on raising my family in or near this area. Very homey. "
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  • Susie R.
    "I am five minutes or less from downtown, water ways, restaurants and shopping. Love this area. There is a dog park coming soon and until then plenty of places to walk your dog. "
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  • Katie.focht10
    "There are trails for walking dogs. There is no dog park though. They are talking about doing one though. "
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  • Joshd76ortiz
    "Great town to raise a family! Have all the resources , utilities, restaurants, shopping centers! Great public schools and private. Just a great place to live!"
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  • Jayson P.
    "Long flat and featureless. Easy to forget which direction you’re driving on any of Michigan’s commonly cloudy days"
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  • S.kay1
    "I lived in the neighborhood for 26 years. The residents are neighborly working class, professionals or retirees. I love the spacious property with beautiful mature trees and clean air. Quiet yet close to town, restaurants and a variety of stores. "
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  • Monica K.
    "dog owners do not pick up after there dogs, but it is a kid friendly place to live. the beach is nice and very well maintenanced. most of everyone keeps up on there landscaping. it's very close to the schools and stores along with expressways"
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  • Remillard616
    "They should have sidewalks on Telegraph. to use to walk and ride bike safely. not on a muddy path. "
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  • Whykorey
    "Shoot outs all the time! 3 in the last 2 weeks! Hate this area! Worst place to Live in Monroe! Do not live here!"
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  • Monroe G.
    "My area is so convenient to everything. Neighborhood store, police, hospital, medical facilities and fire department. Local transportation in front of house. Quick access to stores, schools, churches, downtown, concerts and all highways. It is an amazing area to live with a very small turnover of residents. "
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  • Mary M.
    "great area for pet owners. plenty of walking trails and public parks to visit within walking distance."
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  • Mary M.
    "I hope more people see the little gem that Monroe really is. If you take time to talk to your neighbor it's amazing what connections you can make "
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  • Luke T.
    "This is a great neighborhood to live in. The people are friendly and the town is just the right size. There is a lot of potential here. Monroe is just close enough to all of the big cities, but far enough away to avoid the traffic and chaos. "
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  • Ebony M. M.
    "Some people do not pick up after their dog!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Some allow dog to relieve themselves on neighbors lawn"
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  • Firstclassdivaflyer
    "I grew up here since '72. When the street lights come on...be home, at least in your own yard. Adults; this is a safe neighborhood. Talk to your neighbors/socialize. "
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  • Monroe G.
    "I see people out walking dogs regularly. The dogs seem very friendly as do their owners. The owners pick up after their dogs... many dogs stop by. "
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  • Joseph P.
    "Not a place to walk Dogs busy roads not many sidewalks more of a rural area there are several parks nearby though "
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  • Nf123075
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for almost a year, the people are great. I love to walk my dog and go to the beach. everyone is willing to pitch in, the people make the community "
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  • Krysty H.
    "beware of anything on 5th street. the closer to the higher number streets the better (like 8,9, 10th) besides smith street, most of smith street is terrible."
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  • Monroe Guy
    "Great location for families with great schools... minutes from Toledo, Ann Arbor, and Detroit as well as Windsor, CA. Multitude of museums, zoos, galleries and family friendly restaurants."
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  • Nikki L.
    "All of my neighbors look out for each other. We have eachothers backs without being too nosey. Most of us have surveillance cameras setup around the outside of our homes so it would be incredibly difficult for a crime to happen and no one notice it. Its a very secure and safe feeling."
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  • nf123075
    "I wish I knew, I just moved here. I know there is an Easter egg hunt every year and most of the people are great all the time"
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  • Brandi K.
    "We have Community yard sales, and also the Fire works that are located next door to my neighborhood at Sterling State Park. Wonderful beach access as well. "
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  • Kingthomas
    "Everyone watches out for each other’s house. Most of the people get along here. I grew up here and all my kids did too. "
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  • Bree_brancheau
    "it's close to stores and Restaurants. It's very laid back and relaxed area. close to parks and beaches. "
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  • Carrie O.
    "Great family area. Many parks within walking distance. Friendly neighborhood. Shopping and restaurant within quarter of a mile. Centrally located in Monroe, close to everything: hospital, health clubs, churches, etc."
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  • Jim I.
    "This neighborhood is mixed with retirees, working people and families. It is a safe neighborhood and everyone looks out for their neighbors. Walk to the river (1 block away), walk to the Post Office or downtown (3 or 4 blocks away). A great place to live."
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Frequently asked questions about 231 E Lorain St

  • What is 231 E Lorain St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 231 E Lorain St in Monroe, MI is $236,800.
  • What is the price history for 231 E Lorain St?
    231 E Lorain St in Monroe, MI last sold for $125,000 in December 2016.
  • Is Monroe a buyer's or seller's market?
    Monroe is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Monroe?
    The median sale price in Monroe is $228K. That is up $5.3K from the prior month.
  • Does 231 E Lorain St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 231 E Lorain St in Monroe, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 231 E Lorain St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 231 E Lorain St in Monroe, MI has in-unit laundry.

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