4970 E River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
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OFF MARKET

4970 E River Rd
Freeland, MI 48623

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,120 sqft (on 1.12 acres)

$220,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,477/mo*
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$220,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,477/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,120 sqft
(on 1.12 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$221K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$123K (+127.2%)
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 +114% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$219K
July 2026$222K
June 2026$222K
May 2026$217K
April 2026$212K
March 2026$208K
February 2026$203K
January 2026$201K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
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
4943 E River Rd, Freeland, MI
0.11
Single-Family Home
$265,000
07/02/26
4
2
1,600
2138 S Smiths Crossing Rd, Freeland, MI
0.97
Single-Family Home
$229,000
08/06/26
3
1
1,150
12518 Scott Rd, Freeland, MI
1.15
Single-Family Home
$229,900
09/02/25
3
1.5
1,328
9705 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI
0.83
Single-Family Home
$25,000
07/07/26
3
2
2,016
9509 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI
1.05
Single-Family Home
$282,500
10/14/25
4
2
1,800
12189 Sanders Dr, Freeland, MI
1.25
Single-Family Home
$271,500
05/04/26
3
2
1,456
4466 E Vernon Ct, Midland, MI
0.99
Single-Family Home
$277,000
12/17/25
4
2
2,483
8530 N Orr Rd, Freeland, MI
1.00
Single-Family Home
$375,000
08/14/26
3
2
3,000
12160 Sanders Dr, Freeland, MI
1.24
Single-Family Home
$245,000
10/30/25
3
2
1,551
1781 S Smith Crossing Rd, Midland, MI
1.25
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/29/26
3
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
4943 E River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.11
$265,000
4
2
1,600
Recently Sold
9950 N River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.15
$444,400
3
2
3,024
Off Market
9930 N River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.17
$401,300
3
2
1,860
Off Market
4879 E River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.25
$97,800
3
2
2,138
Off Market
4752 E River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.49
$164,300
3
2
1,248
Off Market
4939 E Brooks Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.53
$232,500
3
1
1,112
Off Market
N River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.57
-
-
-
-
Off Market
10010 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.73
$292,300
4
2
2,392
Off Market
9900 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.81
$222,400
3
1.5
1,740
Off Market
9860 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.83
$145,200
2
1
1,065
Off Market
9705 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.83
$25,000
3
2
2,016
Recently Sold
4973 S Saginaw Rd, Freeland, MI 48623
0.89
$152,100
3
1
998
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1975
Lot Size
1.12 acres
Living Area
1,120 sqft
Price/Sqft
$197
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome Home is what this adorable 3 bedroom home states as soon as you pull in the driveway. This well kept home also features a 4 car drive through garage, tons of storage in the full basement (which also has a warranty on waterproofing), newer roof, well, septic and hot water heater all on just over an acre. There will also be a natural gas option in the spring.
4970 E River Rd, Freeland, MI 48623 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,120 sqft single-family home built in 1975. It last sold for $96,500 on May 8, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $220,700, with a rent estimate of $1,463/month.

Home Details for 4970 E River Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.12 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 8, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$96,500
Feb 21, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$109,000
Jul 1, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$109,900
Mar 21, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$109,900
Jan 24, 2012
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$109,900

Market trends in Midland

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$268K
$22.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$163
$5MoM
Available listings
213
24MoM
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What Locals Say about Midland

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  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "Always have many community events going on. Listed in newspaper. Dow gardens, midland center for The arts, library, creative 360, fairgrounds. "
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    "Most of Midland is easily accessible by bike but there is no public transportation and neither Uber or Lyft have a large presence here as of yet."
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Frequently asked questions about 4970 E River Rd

  • What is 4970 E River Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4970 E River Rd in Freeland, MI is $220,700.
  • What is the price history for 4970 E River Rd?
    4970 E River Rd in Freeland, MI last sold for $96,500 in May 2014.
  • Is Freeland a buyer's or seller's market?
    Freeland is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Freeland?
    The median sale price in Freeland is $268K. That is up $22.42K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 4970 E River Rd?
    The lot at 4970 E River Rd in Freeland, MI is about 1.1 acres.
  • Does 4970 E River Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 4970 E River Rd in Freeland, MI has a garage.