4979 E Nickleplate Rd, Ionia, MI 48846
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OFF MARKET

4979 E Nickleplate Rd
Ionia, MI 48846

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

$195,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,211/mo*
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$195,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,211/mo*
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1 Bed
2 Baths
1,360 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

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). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $195,700, with a rent estimate of $1,230/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

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
Last check for updates: about 5 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

Price History for 4979 E Nickleplate Rd

DatePriceEventSource
12/01/2015$13,200Sold
MichRIC #15051668

Market trends in Ionia

Last updated May 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

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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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