5231 Forest Valley Dr, Independence, MI 48348
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OFF MARKET

$477,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,713 sqft (on 1.50 acres)

5231 Forest Valley Dr, Independence, MI 48348

Est. Refi. Payment $3,087/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$477K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$54K (-10.2%)
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 +24% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$477K
August 2026$471K
July 2026$476K
June 2026$461K
May 2026$498K
April 2026$513K
March 2026$504K
February 2026$493K
January 2026$498K
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
5226 Forest Valley Dr, Clarkston, MI
0.12
Single-Family Home
$570,000
10/20/25
4
2.5
2,235
5370 Greenview Dr, Clarkston, MI
0.42
Single-Family Home
$545,000
06/11/26
3
3.5
3,281
5010 Forest Valley Dr, Clarkston, MI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
03/12/26
5
5
6,282
4910 Clarkston Rd, Clarkston, MI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$299,900
11/04/25
4
2.5
2,460
5525 Avington Pkwy, Clarkston, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
04/15/26
4
4.5
5,493
5196 Greenview Dr, Clarkston, MI
0.25
Single-Family Home
$335,000
02/13/26
3
2
1,697
4921 Crestview Dr, Clarkston, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$427,500
05/15/26
3
2
2,809
8130 Rosebud Ln, Clarkston, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,855,000
08/03/26
6
4.5
6,993
5105 Mohawk Blvd, Clarkston, MI
0.47
Single-Family Home
$440,000
06/29/26
4
2.5
2,793
4993 Tiohero Blvd, Clarkston, MI
0.66
Single-Family Home
$380,000
12/23/25
4
2.5
3,179

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
5029 Forest Valley Dr, Independence, MI 48348
0.12
$2,999,000
6
7
9,218
For Sale
5226 Forest Valley Dr, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.12
$580,400
4
2.5
2,235
Off Market
8130 Rosebud Ln, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.20
$1,855,000
6
4.5
6,993
Recently Sold
8508 Royal Woods, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.22
-
4
4
2,500
Off Market
5010 Forest Valley Dr, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.22
$1,150,000
5
5
6,282
Recently Sold
5001 Forest Valley Dr, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.28
$2,299,900
6
7
8,109
For Sale
5196 Greenview Dr, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.25
$335,000
3
2
1,697
Recently Sold
5525 Avington Pkwy, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.32
$1,525,000
4
4.5
5,493
Recently Sold
8528 Royal Woods, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.32
-
4
3
3,100
Off Market
5458 Boulderwood Rdg, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.34
$1,889,500
6
5
7,016
Recently Sold
5171 Greenview Dr, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.30
$306,800
4
2.5
1,975
Off Market
8202 Avington Ct, Clarkston, MI 48348
0.40
$2,035,700
4
4.5
5,657
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools3 Middle Schools2 High Schools
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1999
1.5 acre lot
2,713 sqft
$176/sqft
Garage

About this House

HILLTOP PRIVATE LOT BACKS TO PARK! STUNNING SETTING WITH BUILT IN POOL AND DRAMATIC WATERFALL. STEP INSIDE AND ENJOY IMPRESSIVE SOARING CEILINGS & GAS FIREPLACE IN GREAT ROOM. UPDATED KITCHEN FEATURING 42" CABINETS WITH PULL-OUTS, CERAMIC TILED FLOOR, GRANITE ISLAND & CERAMCI BACK SPLASH PLUS ALL BLACK APPLIANCES. SPACIOUS EATING AREA & ACCESS TO BACK YARD. SPACIOUS FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY WITH TONS OF STORAGE SPACE. FIRST FLOOR HOME OFFICE SPACE. FULL FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT INCLUDING PROJECTION TV AND WET BAR AREA CREATING THE PERFECT PLACE TO ENTERTAIN. LOTS OF STORAGE PLUS READING NOOK PREVIOUSLY USED AS A SEWING ROOM. HEATED FLORIDA ROOM WITH HOT TUB WILL MAKE YOUR GUESTS WANT TO STAY! MASTER SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY OVERLOOKING DRAMATIC LANDSCAPE. IMPRESSIVE BATH WITH CUSTOM WALK IN SHOWER AND DUAL SINKS. BEDROOM 2 OFFERS CUSTOM WINDOW MANTLE WITH TILE INLAY & BUILT INS. BEDROOM 3 HAS BUILT IN FEATURES AND SPACE TO MAKE THE PERFECT STUDY AREA. SELLER IS MOTIVATED!
5231 Forest Valley Dr, Independence, MI 48348 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,713 sqft single-family home built in 1999. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $477,300, with a rent estimate of $3,167/month.

Home Details for 5231 Forest Valley Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 14Wet BarCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceHot Tub or SpaJetted Bath Tub

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Vinyl, BrickPorch
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1999Year Updated: 2010
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.50 acres

Additional Information

Intercom

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 24, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$364,999
Mar 24, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$364,999
Nov 11, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$364,999
Price decreased by 1%
Oct 28, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$369,999
Price decreased by 1%
Oct 5, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$375,000
Price increased by 0%

Market trends in Clarkston

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$398K
$30KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.6%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$190
$2MoM
Available listings
158
14MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Clarkston

At least 166 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 37 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Bob Wyatt
    "Small town feel with great schools. Easy access to cultural and sporting events and northern Michigan vacation locations. Many local parks "
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  • Danielle Crociata
    "Everyone walks their dogs in downtown Clarkston. Businesses have treats & fresh water outside of their doors. Parks & outdoor sitting with dogs is fun."
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  • Sandman.2960
    "Every summer downtown they shut the streets and have what they call the taste of Clarkston. The local restaurants sell bite size treats of the food they cook. You buy tickets and each item takes different amounts of them. Thousands show up for the two day event!!"
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  • Nndistelrath
    "Clarkston has excellent schools, great dining, beautiful parks, and is close to I-75. We especially love the Clarkston Family Farm, Depot Park, and Independence Oaks. "
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  • Lisamgray
    "Memorial Day Parade, 4th of July Parade and fireworks, the craft fair in the fall, concerts in the park, the market in the summer, Ocktober fest and the taste of Clarkston. "
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  • Michael M.
    "Easy. Light traffic. Only difficulty is having to go around all the lakes to get to where you want to go."
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  • Lisa H
    "There are many families in our neighborhood, people are friendly, we are a very short distance to downtown and the schools are good."
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  • Sofiamihaylova15
    "It’s very pretty, a lot of nature and animals. I just come here to visit family friends, but I always enjoy the drive up and how lovely all the houses look. We have seen deers many times along with other wildlife."
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  • Angel G.
    "Cummute is great access to local grocery stores and restaurants and drive up to 75 takes to nearest mall and other shopping centers off Baldwin rd "
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  • Phayes25
    "We have occasional children parties and adult gatherings. People are very friendly and go out of their way to be nice."
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  • Tldhoughton00
    "My great-grandma has lived here for as long as I can remember and I have been coming here my whole life. I have been living here for half a year and I love it here. "
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  • Tiarenee1981
    "My family’s home has been in this neighborhood fir years and now I live in this neighborhood. I feel it is very safe and well maintained in our neighborhood. Quiet place to live and a great central location to all our surrounding shopping centers. Low crime and some of the the friendliest neighbors around!!"
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  • Lisa S. K.
    "friendly and safe neighborhood. low or no crime. kids play in the area. dog friendly. very good with keeping pets in fenced yard "
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  • Lomasonmichelle
    "We have parades, art shows, great dining opportunities and wonderful parks. Downtown Clarkston also had some cute shops to visit."
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  • Linda H.
    "Centrally located. Near shopping and yet has an up north feel. However i never go south before 9:00 am and never come back north after 3:30 pm"
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  • Richard-Nancy B.
    "Most dog owners are very responsible with their puppies! Some are not and do not pick up after them. There are some dogs that are a violation of the breed restrictions here."
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  • Danielle C.
    "The city & county parks & dog parks. Also eating with pets outside restaurants are encouraged with dog water bowls. "
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  • Danielle C.
    "Everyone seems to have a dog. Of course dogs are invited to enjoy any outside restaurant with their owner. Dog bowls everywhere. "
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  • Lisamgray
    "We have awesome views, lots of very old trees, friendly neighbors, most homes have 1 acre lots, homes are all kept up well with professional landscaping and no sidewalks. The pond in the neighborhood is more of a nature preserve and all the common areas which can’t be built on, all add to the ambience of this community. "
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  • Richard-Nancy B.
    "Lots of dogs, but not too noisy. There are a couple of dogs that aren’t allowed, but they seem to be kept out of sight mostly."
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  • Andy B.
    "I live in Clarkston and it is a 20-45 minute drive to Troy depending on construction and traffic. 60 minutes to DTW."
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  • Hahahathuc1
    "There are frequent community events including bbqs, social events and collaborative garage/yard sale efforts. "
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  • Tomiann09
    "I think it is important for parents to know that the schools here are wonderful. Safe neighborhoods for the kids to play. "
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  • Jda3
    "My neighborhood is wonderful and a great commute to other suburbs such as Auburn Hills, Troy, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Shelby Township. The I-75 commute to downtown Detroit is a smooth ride with small hiccups when there’s construction to enhance the roads. "
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  • MJ
    "Lots of dog walkers. There are no sidewalks, so they walk in the street, which can be dangerous after dark."
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  • Chea B.
    "Between here and Waterford they’re fantastic places to live.everybody is wonderful . I would definitely recommend anybody to raise a family here.the school systems are amazing as well."
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  • Peter M.
    "Ten minutes in light to moderate traffic by car - no public transportation is available in my area..."
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  • Caymans777
    "Enclave neighborhood SUCKS period rude nasty ppl that have crazy rules, old people community that has issues with who or what your income is "
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  • MJ
    "Lots of dog walkers in the neighborhood. Scenic, hills & variety of routes. No sidewalks however, so flashlights and/or reflective wear in the late fall/winter months."
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  • Jeffery D.
    "Great safe and warming, wouldn’t live anywhere else around it’s one of the best places I’ve been to within lower "
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  • Michelle W. J.
    "The neighborhood is full of super friendly people who look out for each other. It’s full of all ages and the homes and yards are very well maintained!"
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  • Mskvarce
    "Close to downtown Clarkston, close to the expressway and close to DTE Energy Music Theater. Supportive community and highly regarded schools. Many events that bring the community together, concerts in the park in the summer, Tastefest in the fall, and parades several times a year. "
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  • Mskvarce
    "A lot of people own dogs in this neighborhood, most are well behaved. Dogs must be on a leash or contained with an invisible fence."
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  • Mschroederfmdcpas
    "Nice mix between small town and suburbia. A lot of non chain restuarants. For better or worse high school football is huge."
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  • Rtjasher
    "I’ve lived in area for 5 years . Great neighbors. Great community. The schools are top notch and wouldn’t want to live anywhere else"
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  • klcarter1192
    "This community is family oriented surrounded by nature, water and parks. There are many activities to do for kids. The public school system here is excellent. "
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  • David H.
    "Clarkston is family oriented within easy commuting distance to most of metro Detroit and Flint. Great people, great schools, accessibility to restaurants, shopping and other businesses. "
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Frequently asked questions about 5231 Forest Valley Dr

  • What is 5231 Forest Valley Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5231 Forest Valley Dr in Independence, MI is $477,300.
  • Is Independence a buyer's or seller's market?
    Independence is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Independence?
    The median sale price in Independence is $398K. That is up $30K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Independence?
    Residents describe Independence, MI as dog-friendly, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Independence, MI.
  • Does 5231 Forest Valley Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5231 Forest Valley Dr in Independence, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 5231 Forest Valley Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 5231 Forest Valley Dr in Independence, MI has a pool.

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