$183,600
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,004 sqft
281 5th St, Manistee, MI 49660
Est. Refi. Payment $1,199/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Mar 15, 2024 for $159,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$184KSince last month
Decreased$2K (-1%)Since last year
Increased$13K (+7.3%)Since last sale
Increased$25K (+15.5%)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 +353% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $184K |
| August 2026 | $183K |
| July 2026 | $185K |
| June 2026 | $187K |
| May 2026 | $186K |
| April 2026 | $184K |
| March 2026 | $184K |
| February 2026 | $180K |
| January 2026 | $180K |
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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 |
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0.13 | Single-Family Home | $180,000 | 05/28/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,074 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $146,000 | 01/29/26 | 2 | 1 | 864 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $100,000 | 06/12/26 | 2 | 1 | 839 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $165,000 | 08/03/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,298 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $251,000 | 08/20/26 | 2 | 2 | 970 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $132,000 | 01/20/26 | 4 | 1 | 1,682 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $213,900 | 06/16/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,677 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $151,000 | 05/22/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,408 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $137,900 | 06/09/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 2,362 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $180,000 | 07/31/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,440 |
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 |
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0.04 | $155,900 | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $88,800 | 3 | 1 | 840 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $156,000 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,667 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $125,000 | 1 | 2 | 856 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $214,400 | 4 | 2 | 1,611 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $135,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,512 | For Sale | |
0.06 | $257,600 | 5 | 2 | 1,750 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $82,700 | 4 | 1 | 1,562 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $216,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,782 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $132,000 | 4 | 1 | 1,682 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $266,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,350 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1935
1,004 sqft
$183/sqft
About this House
Move-in ready 2 Bedroom 1 Bath home located in the City of Manistee. Home is in great condition and features tile flooring in the large updated kitchen, bathroom and main floor laundry area, with laminate wood flooring in the large living room and dining room area. Home also features a full basement, hi efficiency furnace, updated plumbing, electrical, windows, a large storage barn and off street parking. Window ac unit included as well as the pool table in the basement!
281 5th St, Manistee, MI 49660 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,004 sqft single-family home built in 1935. It last sold for the $159,000 asking price on Mar 15, 2024. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2015 with an asking price of $800 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 23, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $183,600, with a rent estimate of $1,336/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Brandon Ball, (231) 690-4981
Dwelling Realty - KW Northern Michigan
Bought with: Chris Diebel, (231) 510-6405, Dwelling Realty - KW Northern Michigan
Source: MichRIC, MLS#24007764

Home Details for 281 5th St
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MLS Status: Sold |
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Interior Details Basement: Crawl Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Den, Dining Area, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other, Recreation |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1004 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable ConnectedAppliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, WasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Has Electric on Property |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Screens, Replacement, Window TreatmentsFlooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShingleOther Structures: Shed(s) |
Parking & Garage No Garage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Year Built Year Built: 1935 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 5166470203 |
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Price List Price: $159,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Mar 01 2024 |
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Direction & Address City: Manistee |
School Information High School District: Manistee |
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Building Area Building Area: 1004 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft |
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Listing Terms: Cash, FHA, Conventional |
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Mls Number: 24007764 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Mar 15, 2024 Source: MichRIC #24007764 | Sold | $159,000 |
Mar 13, 2024 Source: MichRIC #24007764 | Pending | $159,000 |
Feb 19, 2024 Source: MichRIC #24007764 | Contingent | $159,000 |
Feb 15, 2024 Source: MichRIC #24007764 | Listed For Sale | $159,000 |
Aug 24, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $89,900 |
Aug 23, 2019 Source: N/A | Sold | $86,900 |
Nov 17, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $89,900 |
Apr 23, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $800 |
Apr 21, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $800 |
Jun 2, 2003 Source: N/A | Sold | $58,300 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,400 | $109,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Manistee
Last updated July 2026
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What Locals Say about Manistee
At least 57 Trulia users voted on each feature.
92 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say there's wildlife
84 % Say there's holiday spirit
82 % Say people would walk alone at night
80 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say car is needed
78 % Say kids play outside
77 % Say it's dog friendly
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
69 % Say neighbors are friendly
68 % Say there are sidewalks
61 % Say it's quiet
57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
48 % Say streets are well-lit
46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
32 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 281 5th St
- What is 281 5th St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 281 5th St in Manistee, MI is $183,600.
- What is the price history for 281 5th St?281 5th St in Manistee, MI last sold for $159,000 in March 2024.
- Is Manistee a buyer's or seller's market?Manistee is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Manistee?Residents describe Manistee, MI as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Manistee, MI.
- Does 281 5th St have air conditioning?Yes, 281 5th St in Manistee, MI has air conditioning.
- Does 281 5th St have laundry facilities?Yes, 281 5th St in Manistee, MI has in-unit laundry.

