281 5th St, Manistee, MI 49660
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OFF MARKET

281 5th St
Manistee, MI 49660

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,004 sqft

$186,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,183/mo*

$186,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,183/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,004 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

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. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $186,200, with a rent estimate of $1,325/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 281 5th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

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

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Mar 01 2024

Location

Direction & Address
City: Manistee
School Information
High School District: Manistee

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1004 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, FHA, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 24007764
Last check for updates: about 1 hour 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

Price History for 281 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
03/15/2024$159,000Sold
MichRIC #24007764
03/13/2024$159,000PendingMichRIC #24007764
02/19/2024$159,000ContingentMichRIC #24007764
02/15/2024$159,000Listed For SaleMichRIC #24007764
08/23/2019$86,900Sold
N/A
11/17/2018$89,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/23/2015$800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/21/2015$800Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/02/2003$58,300Sold
N/A

Market trends in Manistee

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
79
3
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,400
Assessment$109,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 281 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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
0.07
Single-Family Home
$86,000
09/02/25
3
1
840
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
0.24
Single-Family Home
$145,000
08/19/25
3
1.5
1,247
0.08
Single-Family Home
$306,000
11/10/25
3
1.5
1,826

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Assigned Schools

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Tina Wiltenburg
    "There’s nothing for children to do here . No skating , no splash pad , you have the beach a that gets boring after so long. Manistee is all about tourism not the residents. "
  • Bethany S.
    "If you live in the right spot everything is close by. Most people are pretty friendly. some genuinely care to help a neighbor"
  • Ccoddenwrestling
    "Almost all dog owners live in this community. Good places for dog owners to walk their pets along with open beaches. "
  • Steve J.
    "lot of historic sites, the oldest continuing me operating fire station in the state beautiful beaches campgrounds lots of fishing... Dollar casino close by "
  • Raegan C.
    "They would like all the tree they can pee on. They wouldn’t like the creepy people or the nasty sidewalks. "
  • Hannah H.
    "friendly and helpful. good for kids...nice areas to walk. easy for kids to get around. close to shopping and downtown"
  • Brandee P.
    "Easy access to downtown stores and beaches , short walking distances , with many beaches , busses for transportation unless access to own vehicles , "
  • Courtney L.
    "I love the sleigh bell parade. Or the fact that the beach is so close! Watching boats come in is fun!"
  • Ccoddenwrestling
    "The neighbors and the hood are awesome. Lighting is not the best but in town it’s pretty good. Things are close together and the sidewalks for the most part are walkable. "
  • Lampinen
    "A rural community that's friendly, accommodating, and has the most beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan."
  • brizlyn14
    "I feel our neighborhood is for the most part safe and I like that we have a very beautiful beach. The city itself keeps our city and beaches maintained and clean. We also have a fair amount of activities and resources available."
  • JT
    "Up and coming beach town with down home friendly neighborhoods and a downtown that has something for everyone."
  • Hannah T.
    "I spend my summers up here and it is BY FAR my favorite place to go. There are tons of great restaurants, the people here are so nice and helpful and they really make you feel at home. The city is small enough that you can walk everywhere but big enough that driving around isn't an issue. It has something great to do for all ages, like the casino and the beach. There are many fun activities in the summer such as boat and jet ski rentals, canoeing, festivals, parades, and shopping!!! You really do get that "small town feel" when you are up here. The entire city treats you like family and they are great with both kids and pets! I've lived here, I travel here every summer, and I'd like to live there permanently someday."

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