281 E Riverside Dr, Ionia, MI 48846
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OFF MARKET

281 E Riverside Dr
Ionia, MI 48846

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,148 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

$176,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,118/mo*
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$176,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,118/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,148 sqft
(on 0.39 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$177K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$2K (+0.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$111K (+170.6%)
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 +135% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$177K
July 2026$178K
June 2026$178K
May 2026$178K
April 2026$173K
March 2026$170K
February 2026$169K
January 2026$163K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
130 W Riverside Dr, Ionia, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$137,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,712
311 Delano St, Ionia, MI
0.39
Single-Family Home
$159,900
11/03/25
3
1
1,183
523 Grant St, Ionia, MI
0.64
Single-Family Home
$110,000
10/03/25
2
1
960
413 W Riverside Dr, Ionia, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$165,000
12/05/25
2
1
1,090
519 Harrison St, Ionia, MI
1.06
Single-Family Home
$57,500
09/25/25
2
1
1,600
1731 Horizon Dr, Ionia, MI
0.55
Single-Family Home
$278,000
03/20/26
3
1.5
2,304
661 Bayard St, Ionia, MI
1.17
Single-Family Home
$161,900
12/05/25
2
1
992
132 E Lincoln Ave, Ionia, MI
1.21
Single-Family Home
$182,500
02/18/26
2
1
1,044
149 Lafayette St, Ionia, MI
1.00
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/11/26
3
1
1,156
226 Miller St, Ionia, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$115,000
03/20/26
3
2
1

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
1133 Yeomans St #52, Ionia, MI 48846
0.13
$109,400
3
2
1,120
Off Market
W Riverside Dr #1, Ionia, MI 48846
0.21
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1391 Belleview Dr, Ionia, MI 48846
0.24
$221,900
4
1.5
1,238
Off Market
1487 Belleview Dr, Ionia, MI 48846
0.26
$100,000
Studio
-
-
Foreclosure
125 Miller St, Ionia, MI 48846
0.24
$187,600
2
1
1,300
Off Market
130 W Riverside Dr, Ionia, MI 48846
0.26
$137,000
3
1
1,712
Recently Sold
226 Miller St, Ionia, MI 48846
0.32
$115,000
3
2
1
Recently Sold
101/103 Arnold St, Ionia, MI 48846
0.34
$103,200
4
3
3,744
Off Market
311 Delano St, Ionia, MI 48846
0.39
$159,900
3
1
1,183
Recently Sold
1791 Horizon Dr, Ionia, MI 48846
0.42
-
5
3.5
4,145
Off Market
Brown Blvd, Ionia, MI 48846
0.48
-
-
-
-
Off Market
407 W Riverside Dr, Ionia, MI 48846
0.53
$170,300
1
1
780
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.39 acres
Living Area
1,148 sqft
Price/Sqft
$154
Parking
Garage

About this House

This 2 Bedroom, single bath home has been immaculately kept, and is move-in ready. Has newer vinyl siding and a lovely southern looking front porch. Deep lot has a two car garage with a loft for storage that is lined with shelving. The garage also has an attached insulated work shop that is approx. 12' x 18' and includes duct work for a wood stove. Laundry area just off the eat-in kitchen which also has a pantry. Newer carpet in the large dining and living room. The master bedroom has a large closet and the spacious bath has been updated. The house has a Culligan filtration system that removes iron and rust. A wonderful house that is ready to move in and at such a great price.
281 E Riverside Dr, Ionia, MI 48846 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,148 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $65,225 on Mar 4, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $176,500, with a rent estimate of $1,087/month.

Home Details for 281 E Riverside Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities
Washer

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: VinylPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 4, 2014
Source: MichRIC #13052220
Sold
$65,225
Oct 22, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$59,900
Oct 12, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$59,900
Price decreased by 8%
Sep 5, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$64,900
Dec 20, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$50,000

Market trends in Ionia

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about Ionia

At least 46 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say there are community events

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  • Jenlizramos
    "Great schools, plenty of churches…variety of restaurants and fast food options. Lots of activities for kids to get involved with. A nice place to have a family. There’s bad anywhere you go but as long as you live on the up and up your golden!"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice safe area and outside of the city limits is the best place to live in Ionia. However the city water isn’t that good from what I’ve heard."
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  • lisa_hervey
    "Neighbors are very friendly and look out for one another. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood yet close to everything. "
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  • Amanda L.
    "There are several good areas to walk your dog in and around town. Downtown events and festivals have all been dog friendly. "
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  • Amanda M.
    "I live in an area where my neighbors watch out for me. The street I live on is small and everyone has an eye out for one another. I feel very safe here. "
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  • Amanda M.
    "I see a lot of people walking dogs regularly. There are sidewalks all over town and a few trails as well. Other dog owners seem very respectful to one another. That helps to create a great community. "
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  • Lisanjohny
    "Ionia is a decent area, there are many places to work shop and visit. I've been here most of the last 17 years. I love our city. I hope everyone finds what they were looking for. the same as I hope to find a nice place outside town to live. "
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  • Amanda M.
    "For parents with younger kids, there are a lot of great parks in the area, easily accessible by sidewalks and trails."
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  • Lisanjohny
    "most people are kind around here there are a couple dogs who regularly escape and are always returned home "
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  • NanaM
    "ionia free fair, close to shopping, restaurants and State park. Excellent First response. Hospital close by."
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  • Lisanjohny
    "there are many dog lovers in the neighborhood there are allot of children and family events locally. thank you 😊"
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  • Anonymous
    "I see a lot of people walking their dogs in town, we also have a River Trail. There are a few options for Dog Grooming businesses in town. "
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  • MR
    "Small town feel without truly knowing the neighbors. I have lived here for eight years. Definitely not used to not knowing the people around me."
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  • Tbirman86
    "Friendly environment, expansion, and apartments all along Main Street. Fun community with the worlds largest free fair, shops all around..... just don’t drink the water...."
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  • Heather D.
    "We have lived here for 4 years and the neighbors are friendly. it is a quiet town with lots of things to do with the movie theater ice cream places there's little shops everywhere to visit. there's parks for kids of all ages to play in."
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  • Debi P.
    "This is a well kept neiborhood. The yards are ample in size yet small enough to maintain easily. The streets are wide and driveways are deep.Plenty of room for your famiy and freinds to come over for a cookout. Many mature trees make the area very homey."
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  • Hdroadking1
    "This area has everything you need within walking distance up to only 3 miles away for all your BIG stores such as Lowes, Menards, Meijer, Walmart Supercenter, McDonalds, Burger King, Aple Bees, Bigboy, KFC, Pizza Hut ETC... You name it, its here. NO CRIME!!!! Isnt that whats most impotant when it comes to you and your family? Hospital right downtown, movie theatre, small shops and businesses, banks. You just cant beat such a wonderful, quiet town that has everything you would ever need."
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  • Kim H.
    "The drive home is the most relaxing when you take the back roads through Ada and Lowell."
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Frequently asked questions about 281 E Riverside Dr

  • What is 281 E Riverside Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 E Riverside Dr in Ionia, MI is $176,500.
  • What is the price history for 281 E Riverside Dr?
    281 E Riverside Dr in Ionia, MI last sold for $65,225 in March 2014.
  • Is Ionia a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ionia is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Ionia?
    Residents describe Ionia, MI as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Ionia, MI.
  • Does 281 E Riverside Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 E Riverside Dr in Ionia, MI has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 281 E Riverside Dr?
    The lot at 281 E Riverside Dr in Ionia, MI is about 0.39 acres (16,988 sq ft).