247 E 1st St
Ovid, MI 48866
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,751 sqft (on 0.44 acres)
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,751 sqft
(on 0.44 acres)
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Description
Welcome to 247 E. First St, a beautiful Victorian home with all the charm of yesteryear (original carriage step) and the convenience of modern updates! Tall ceilings and bay windows make everything feel light and bright, while a flexible floor plan allows options for a home office, first-floor primary bedroom with ensuite bath and walk-in closet, or a library, music room, den, etc. Expandable dining room, eat-in kitchen, front room with gas Franklin stove, front porch, new deck, breezeway and fenced backyard offer multiple gathering spaces, while the attached 2-car garage is convenient for unloading groceries straight to the kitchen. Low Ovid property taxes. Beautifully and recently updated. Move-in ready. HOME WARRANTY for your peace of mind. BATVAI Many major upgrades during the past seven years! Some include: all-new custom kitchen cabinets with soft-close doors and granite counters (2025); new spray foam insulation and cabinets in laundry room (2025); new composite deck (2024); new furnace, smart thermostat, whole-house humidifier and filter system (2024); tankless water heater and new roof (2021); easy-step shower (2020); new flooring in kitchen and bedrooms (2021); new rebuilt and expanded breezeway (2019); new garage door (2018) and stainless steel appliances (including a gas range), some light fixtures, doors, 200 amp electric service plus 220 volt outlet in garage, and many other updates.
Perfectly positioned on nearly a half-acre, this home has an ample setback in front and a park-like backyard with a peach tree and plenty of room for private gatherings, play space, and a large garden. The spacious front porch faces south with spectacular views of sunset, while the large, easy-care backyard deck is perfect for gatherings. Close to parks and Leonard Elem Schl, the house is a short commute from St Johns, Owosso, Lansing etc. This home offers convenience as well as the pace of small-town living and low Ovid property taxes. Text/phone/email agent for access.
Perfectly positioned on nearly a half-acre, this home has an ample setback in front and a park-like backyard with a peach tree and plenty of room for private gatherings, play space, and a large garden. The spacious front porch faces south with spectacular views of sunset, while the large, easy-care backyard deck is perfect for gatherings. Close to parks and Leonard Elem Schl, the house is a short commute from St Johns, Owosso, Lansing etc. This home offers convenience as well as the pace of small-town living and low Ovid property taxes. Text/phone/email agent for access.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 18, 2025
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$131/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 247 E 1st St
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Interior Details Basement: Block,Concrete,Michigan,Partial,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1751 Square FeetFoundation Area: 190 |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Phone Available, Natural Gas Connected, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Cable AvailableAppliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, Water Purifier, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Humidifier, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Dryer, DishwasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry Room,Lower Level,Main LevelMicrowaveWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment,Forced Air,Humidity Control,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Attic Fan,Central Air,Electric,Humidity ControlHas HeatingHeating Fuel: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Gas, Free Standing, Raised HearthHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Bay Window(s)Flooring: Vinyl, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: Grip-Accessible FeaturesFloors: Vinyl, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: Neighborhood |
Security Security: Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Front PorchFencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Gate, WoodOther Structures: Shed(s), StorageExterior: StorageFoundation: CombinationNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Kitchen Level,Paved |
Frontage Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1751 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1875 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian |
Building Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionIncludes Home Warranty |
Property Information Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 1958015000300700 |
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Price List Price: $229,900Price Per Sqft: $131/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Oct 31 2025 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: OvidCommunity: None |
School Information High School: Ovid-ElsieHigh School District: Ovid-Elsie |
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Building Area Building Area: 1941 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Lot Area: 0.44 acres |
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Listing Terms: VA Loan, Cash, Conventional, FHA, FMHA - Rural Housing Loan, MSHDA |
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Energy Efficiency Features: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat, Water Heater |
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BasementMls Number: 292141Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1751 |
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Nancy Knupfer, (517) 896-0025
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
Bought with: Fanny Mills, (517) 303-2587, Howard Hanna Real Estate Executives
Source: Greater Lansing AOR, MLS#292141

Price History for 247 E 1st St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 12/17/2025 | $229,900 | Sold | Greater Lansing AOR #292141 |
| 11/20/2025 | $229,900 | Pending | Greater Lansing AOR #292141 |
| 11/02/2025 | $229,900 | Contingent | Greater Lansing AOR #292141 |
| 10/22/2025 | $229,900 | Listed For Sale | Greater Lansing AOR #292141 |
| 08/08/2018 | $149,900 | Sold | MichRIC #18028914 |
| 06/22/2018 | $139,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2015 |
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| Assessment | $80,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 247 E 1st St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.13 | Single-Family Home | $191,000 | 06/03/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,755 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $156,500 | 02/12/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,340 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $245,000 | 09/19/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,792 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $140,000 | 11/13/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,268 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $89,111 | 01/30/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,112 |
Assigned Schools
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What Locals Say about Ovid
At least 6 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
90 % Say yards are well-kept
89 % Say it's dog friendly
88 % Say streets are well-lit
88 % Say there's holiday spirit
88 % Say there are sidewalks
83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
78 % Say there's wildlife
78 % Say people would walk alone at night
71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
67 % Say car is needed
64 % Say it's quiet
64 % Say kids play outside
59 % Say neighbors are friendly
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
33 % Say there are community events
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Homes for rent near 247 E 1st St
Off Market Homes Near 247 E 1st St
247 E 1st St, Ovid, MI 48866 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,751 sqft single-family home built in 1875. This property is not currently available for sale. 247 E 1st St was last sold on Dec 17, 2025 for $229,900 (0% higher than the asking price of $229,900).

