4979 E Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
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OFF MARKET

$188,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 1 Bed
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,360 sqft (on 1 acre)

4979 E Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI 48846

Est. Refi. Payment $1,241/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 1, 2015 for $13,200

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$188K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Increased$40K (+27.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$175K (+1,325.8%)
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 +58% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$188K
August 2026$191K
July 2026$192K
June 2026$196K
May 2026$185K
April 2026$186K
March 2026$176K
February 2026$184K
January 2026$172K
2025

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
3155 Cowboy Cove Ln, Ionia, MI
0.39
Single-Family Home
$270,000
01/13/26
3
2
1,800
4522 Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI
0.51
Single-Family Home
$550,000
07/31/26
5
1
2,460
3975 Stage Rd, Ionia, MI
1.40
Single-Family Home
$386,250
07/28/26
3
1.5
2,711
4179 E Bluewater Hwy, Ionia, MI
2.21
Single-Family Home
$342,500
11/11/25
3
1.5
2,016
6860 Sydney St, Muir, MI
2.69
Single-Family Home
$295,000
10/10/25
4
2
1,807
1170 Liberty St, Muir, MI
2.68
Single-Family Home
$289,000
01/07/26
4
2.5
1,836
6840 Sydney St, Muir, MI
2.66
Single-Family Home
$285,000
10/22/25
4
2.5
1,822
3721 E Stage Rd, Ionia, MI
3.03
Single-Family Home
$250,000
05/29/26
5
2
1,992
126 E Maple St, Muir, MI
2.76
Single-Family Home
$161,000
07/17/26
2
1
1,296

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
3155 Cowboy Cove Ln, Ionia, MI 48846
0.39
$270,000
3
2
1,800
Recently Sold
4522 Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
0.51
$550,000
5
1
2,460
Recently Sold
3612 Westbrook Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
0.62
$254,300
4
1.5
2,203
Off Market
4161 Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
0.83
$209,400
2
1
1,016
Off Market
3140 Stage Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
0.92
$826,300
4
3
3,300
Off Market
2913 Olmstead Rd, Muir, MI 48860
0.98
$215,600
3
1
1,704
Off Market
6121 Schaeffer Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
1.05
$351,000
3
2
2,036
Off Market
2822 Olmstead Rd, Muir, MI 48860
1.04
$210,000
3
2
1,583
Recently Sold
4530 Stone Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
1.23
$302,400
3
2
1,160
Off Market
3975 Stage Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
1.40
$386,250
3
1.5
2,711
Recently Sold
4035 Olmstead Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
1.42
$319,700
3
2
2,128
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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1908
1 acre lot
1,360 sqft
$138/sqft

About this House

Classic old Country School House that has been converted into living quarters sometime in the past. It has sat abandoned for a undeterminable number of years and is in need of cleaning and restoration. The interior is finished in barn wood with hardwood floors. The building appears to be structurally sound and has a steel roof. If you have always wanted to own a country school house this is your chance.
4979 E Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI 48846 is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,360 sqft single-family home built in 1908. It last sold for $13,200 on Dec 1, 2015 (40% below the $21,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $188,200, with a rent estimate of $1,101/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by James J Buxton, (616) 485-2749
Dune Harbor Realty
Bought with: James Buxton, (616) 485-2749, Riverside Realty LLC
Source: MichRIC, MLS#15051668

Home Details for 4979 E Nickleplate Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 5
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1360 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: NoneNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1908
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Block, Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: 150 035 000 035 00

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $21,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 30 2015

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 680 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 15051668

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 1, 2015
Source: MichRIC #15051668
Sold
$13,200

Market trends in Ionia

Last updated August 2026
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 4979 E Nickleplate Rd

  • What is 4979 E Nickleplate Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4979 E Nickleplate Rd in Ionia, MI is $188,200.
  • What is the price history for 4979 E Nickleplate Rd?
    4979 E Nickleplate Rd in Ionia, MI last sold for $13,200 in December 2015.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 4979 E Nickleplate Rd?
    The lot at 4979 E Nickleplate Rd in Ionia, MI is about 1 acre.

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