5253 E Dunbar Rd, Monroe, MI 48161
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OFF MARKET

$276,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,829 sqft (on 0.85 acres)

5253 E Dunbar Rd, Monroe, MI 48161

Est. Refi. Payment $1,827/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 22, 2014 for $130,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$277K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$200 (+0.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$147K (+112.9%)
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 +81% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$277K
August 2026$281K
July 2026$284K
June 2026$283K
May 2026$284K
April 2026$278K
March 2026$278K
February 2026$271K
January 2026$268K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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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
5206 Southpointe Pkwy, Monroe, MI
0.07
Single-Family Home
$309,900
04/14/26
4
2.5
2,020
15496 Rutherford Blvd, Monroe, MI
0.12
Single-Family Home
$380,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
2,650
15586 Pine St, Monroe, MI
0.25
Single-Family Home
$245,000
05/21/26
3
2
1,335
5714 E Dunbar Rd, Monroe, MI
0.65
Single-Family Home
$235,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,923
15592 Cedar St, Monroe, MI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$156,000
07/10/26
3
1
874
4893 Southpointe Pkwy, Monroe, MI
0.27
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/29/26
4
2.5
1,996
4973 Orchard Crest Ct, Monroe, MI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$500,000
03/06/26
4
2.5
2,588
5720 Parkside St, Monroe, MI
0.62
Single-Family Home
$190,000
10/22/25
3
1.5
1,586
4890 Evergreen Dr, Monroe, MI
0.48
Single-Family Home
$350,000
05/18/26
3
2.5
3,526
5090 Oakhaven Ln, Monroe, MI
0.25
Single-Family Home
$370,000
10/08/25
4
2.5
2,680

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
5258 Torrington Dr, Monroe, MI 48161
0.02
$205,000
2
1.5
986
Recently Sold
5258 Torrington Dr #10, Monroe, MI 48161
0.02
$205,000
2
1.5
986
Recently Sold
15439 Edgeworth St, Monroe, MI 48161
0.03
$170,000
3
1
910
Recently Sold
5257 Torrington Dr, Monroe, MI 48161
0.04
$223,500
2
1.5
986
Off Market
5280 Torrington Dr, Monroe, MI 48161
0.05
$181,500
2
1.5
986
Off Market
15504 Point Verda Ln, Monroe, MI 48161
0.06
$189,200
2
1.5
921
Off Market
5270 Sprucewood Dr, Monroe, MI 48161
0.06
$195,000
2
1.5
986
Recently Sold
5270 Sprucewood Dr #14, Monroe, MI 48161
0.06
$195,000
2
1.5
986
Recently Sold
5300 Torrington Dr #4, Monroe, MI 48161
0.08
$180,000
2
1.5
986
Recently Sold
5304 E Dunbar Rd, Monroe, MI 48161
0.06
$246,200
3
2
1,288
Off Market
15504 Pleasant Point Dr, Monroe, MI 48161
0.09
$189,200
2
1.5
986
Off Market
5206 Southpointe Pkwy, Monroe, MI 48161
0.07
$309,900
4
2.5
2,020
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1990
0.85 acre lot
1,829 sqft
$151/sqft
Garage

About this House

This Well Maintained 3 Bedroom Home Sits On Almost 1 Acre.It Has An Open Floor Plan And Loads of Updates. A Beautiful Fireplace In The Family Room Makes A Cozy Place To Curl Up And Relax. This Great Kitchen Has 2 Large Pantries.In The Dining Room You Can Sit And Look Out The Large Bay Window The 2.5 Car Garage Has Built In Cabinets And A New Epoxy Floor. Extra Large Driveway For All You Boy Toys. Don't Miss Out On This Wonderful Home. Bamboo floors in the remodeled kitchen
5253 E Dunbar Rd, Monroe, MI 48161 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,829 sqft single-family home built in 1990. It last sold for $130,000 on Jan 22, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $276,800, with a rent estimate of $2,027/month.

Home Details for 5253 E Dunbar Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Additional StorageNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master BathStorageCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDisposalMicrowave
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceJetted Bath Tub
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.85 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 22, 2014
Source: MiRealSource #20346859
Sold
$130,000
Mar 26, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$169,900
Jun 2, 2006
Source: MiRealSource #627496
Sold
$171,900

Market trends in Monroe

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$228K
$5.3KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$155
$2MoM
Available listings
155
14MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Monroe

At least 247 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • J Navarre
    "We have a wonderful Farmers Market, Library System, Biking and walking trails, great parks with free summer concerts. Small town vibes. Friendly people. "
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  • J Navarre
    "Private subdivision. Mostly working professionals and retired community. A few bad apples. We have a group of neighbors that meet in the driveway for an evening glass of wine. "
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  • J Navarre
    "I live in a condominium community. Quiet street and some sidewalks. People enjoy walking, biking and dog walking. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the two main roads telegraph and monroe Street are always laden with construction and I75 always has an accident forcing traffic onto those two streets from the highway, so expect anywhere in monroe to take you 15-25 minutes to get there on a good day"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a condo. No fenced area. Dog must be leashed at all times. No sidewalks available. All walking in the street. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet, clean, friendly neighborhood. People respect one another and care about their neighbors. I really like it here. I hope others will too."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have concerts at the park every summer that are all free to attend for everyone, there’s music of all genres to enjoy."
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  • Susie Q
    "We participate in downtown Monroe events. The music in the park, art, the parades, Christmas tree lighting, the restaurants. You can also spend a day or two walking around reading all the info about Monroe’s history, as well. Talking a stroll by the water...visiting the many parks and many churches to visit of different denominations, too. "
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  • Paityn S.
    "Great neighbor hood, everyone’s very friendly. Very peaceful, and has beautiful views. I’ve lived here since i was born, and definitely plan on raising my family in or near this area. Very homey. "
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  • Susie R.
    "I am five minutes or less from downtown, water ways, restaurants and shopping. Love this area. There is a dog park coming soon and until then plenty of places to walk your dog. "
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  • Katie.focht10
    "There are trails for walking dogs. There is no dog park though. They are talking about doing one though. "
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  • Joshd76ortiz
    "Great town to raise a family! Have all the resources , utilities, restaurants, shopping centers! Great public schools and private. Just a great place to live!"
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  • Jayson P.
    "Long flat and featureless. Easy to forget which direction you’re driving on any of Michigan’s commonly cloudy days"
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  • S.kay1
    "I lived in the neighborhood for 26 years. The residents are neighborly working class, professionals or retirees. I love the spacious property with beautiful mature trees and clean air. Quiet yet close to town, restaurants and a variety of stores. "
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  • Monica K.
    "dog owners do not pick up after there dogs, but it is a kid friendly place to live. the beach is nice and very well maintenanced. most of everyone keeps up on there landscaping. it's very close to the schools and stores along with expressways"
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  • Remillard616
    "They should have sidewalks on Telegraph. to use to walk and ride bike safely. not on a muddy path. "
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  • Whykorey
    "Shoot outs all the time! 3 in the last 2 weeks! Hate this area! Worst place to Live in Monroe! Do not live here!"
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  • Monroe G.
    "My area is so convenient to everything. Neighborhood store, police, hospital, medical facilities and fire department. Local transportation in front of house. Quick access to stores, schools, churches, downtown, concerts and all highways. It is an amazing area to live with a very small turnover of residents. "
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  • Mary M.
    "great area for pet owners. plenty of walking trails and public parks to visit within walking distance."
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  • Mary M.
    "I hope more people see the little gem that Monroe really is. If you take time to talk to your neighbor it's amazing what connections you can make "
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  • Luke T.
    "This is a great neighborhood to live in. The people are friendly and the town is just the right size. There is a lot of potential here. Monroe is just close enough to all of the big cities, but far enough away to avoid the traffic and chaos. "
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  • Ebony M. M.
    "Some people do not pick up after their dog!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Some allow dog to relieve themselves on neighbors lawn"
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  • Firstclassdivaflyer
    "I grew up here since '72. When the street lights come on...be home, at least in your own yard. Adults; this is a safe neighborhood. Talk to your neighbors/socialize. "
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  • Monroe G.
    "I see people out walking dogs regularly. The dogs seem very friendly as do their owners. The owners pick up after their dogs... many dogs stop by. "
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  • Joseph P.
    "Not a place to walk Dogs busy roads not many sidewalks more of a rural area there are several parks nearby though "
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  • Nf123075
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for almost a year, the people are great. I love to walk my dog and go to the beach. everyone is willing to pitch in, the people make the community "
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  • Krysty H.
    "beware of anything on 5th street. the closer to the higher number streets the better (like 8,9, 10th) besides smith street, most of smith street is terrible."
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  • Monroe Guy
    "Great location for families with great schools... minutes from Toledo, Ann Arbor, and Detroit as well as Windsor, CA. Multitude of museums, zoos, galleries and family friendly restaurants."
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  • Nikki L.
    "All of my neighbors look out for each other. We have eachothers backs without being too nosey. Most of us have surveillance cameras setup around the outside of our homes so it would be incredibly difficult for a crime to happen and no one notice it. Its a very secure and safe feeling."
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  • nf123075
    "I wish I knew, I just moved here. I know there is an Easter egg hunt every year and most of the people are great all the time"
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  • Brandi K.
    "We have Community yard sales, and also the Fire works that are located next door to my neighborhood at Sterling State Park. Wonderful beach access as well. "
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  • Kingthomas
    "Everyone watches out for each other’s house. Most of the people get along here. I grew up here and all my kids did too. "
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  • Bree_brancheau
    "it's close to stores and Restaurants. It's very laid back and relaxed area. close to parks and beaches. "
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  • Carrie O.
    "Great family area. Many parks within walking distance. Friendly neighborhood. Shopping and restaurant within quarter of a mile. Centrally located in Monroe, close to everything: hospital, health clubs, churches, etc."
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  • Jim I.
    "This neighborhood is mixed with retirees, working people and families. It is a safe neighborhood and everyone looks out for their neighbors. Walk to the river (1 block away), walk to the Post Office or downtown (3 or 4 blocks away). A great place to live."
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Frequently asked questions about 5253 E Dunbar Rd

  • What is 5253 E Dunbar Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5253 E Dunbar Rd in Monroe, MI is $276,800.
  • What is the price history for 5253 E Dunbar Rd?
    5253 E Dunbar Rd in Monroe, MI last sold for $130,000 in January 2014.
  • Is Monroe a buyer's or seller's market?
    Monroe is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Monroe?
    The median sale price in Monroe is $228K. That is up $5.3K from the prior month.
  • Does 5253 E Dunbar Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5253 E Dunbar Rd in Monroe, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 5253 E Dunbar Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5253 E Dunbar Rd in Monroe, MI has laundry facilities.

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