68 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
SOLD
JUL 18, 2025

68 E James St
River Rouge, MI 48218

  • 7 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,160 sqft

$242,000

Last Sold: Jul 18, 2025
12% below list $275K
$77/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,637/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$242,000

Last Sold: Jul 18, 2025
12% below list $275K
$77/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,637/mo*
Refinance Your Home
7 Beds
4 Baths
3,160 sqft

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Description

Turnkey Multi-Unit Investment Opportunity in River Rouge! With fantastic income-generating potential features four fully updated units across two separate structures. The main house offers two spacious 2-bed, 1-bath units, updated kitchens and bathrooms, brand new appliances, and brand new electrical fixtures with new 100 amp electrical service. Both units also boast brand new vinyl windows, new flooring, carpet, and fresh paint throughout. Additional updates include two brand new hot water tanks, two new furnaces, new water supply lines, and glass block windows. The front lower unit features a formal dining room and an enclosed porch, perfect for enjoying the neighborhood, with each unit having a separate entrance for added privacy and convenience. The rear building consists of one 1-bed, 1-bath unit and one 2-bed, 1-bath unit, both featuring updated kitchens and bathrooms, fresh paint, new carpet, and flooring. These units are equipped with high-efficiency Pioneer mini-splits units and offer large, open living spaces that provide excellent rental potential. All units are individually metered for utilities, ensuring ease of management. Located in a desirable, quiet neighborhood, this property sits on a corner lot with ample outdoor space. Minutes from the Gordie Howe Bridge & Downtown Detroit. With easy access to local amenities, schools, parks, major highways, this well-maintained property is ideal for both new and seasoned investors. Certificate of Occupancy at closing. Schedule a showing today!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 18, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$77/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 68 E James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3160 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Separate MetersHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fans,Separate Meters,Window UnitsHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Breezeway, CoveredFencing: FencedExterior: Lighting, Private EntranceFoundation: Basement, Block, Poured
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo Attached GarageParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3160 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 190

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915Year Renovated: 2024
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: DuplexArchitecture: Duplex
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Block, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 50006990021000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $274,900Price Per Sqft: $77/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 26 2025Possession Timing: At Close

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: River RougeCommunity: LE BLANC AND LABADIE'S SUB
School Information
High School District: River Rouge

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Short Sale No, Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive AgencyListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Owner May Carry, Warranty Deed

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Rent Includes: Maintenance Off Site, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash Collection, Water, Yard Maintenance

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20240075911Above Grade Unfinished Area: 3160Activation Date: Thu Oct 10 2024Back On Market Date: Sat Apr 26 2025Showing Requirements: Lockbox
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Hassan Shukr, (313) 246-4646
Own It Realty
Hadi Baydoun, (313) 395-0000
Own It Realty
Bought with: Boyd E Rudy, (248) 388-1680, KW Professionals
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20240075911

Price History for 68 E James St

DatePriceEventSource
02/10/2026$1,099ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
11/12/2025$1,099PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
10/18/2025$1,195PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
10/04/2025$1,295Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/18/2025$242,000Sold
Realcomp II #20240075911
05/26/2025$274,900PendingRealcomp II #20240075911
05/21/2025$274,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240075911
04/26/2025$299,900PendingToActiveRealcomp II #20240075911
04/14/2025$299,900PendingRealcomp II #20240075911
12/18/2024$299,900PriceChange
Realcomp II #20240075911
10/10/2024$349,900Listed For SaleRealcomp II #20240075911
11/15/2023$50,000Sold
N/A
04/11/2019$39,000Sold
N/A
06/12/2017$675ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/20/2017$675Listed For RentAgent Provided
03/26/2016$675ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/19/2016$675PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/05/2016$700Listed For RentAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$71,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 68 E James St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
206 Frazier St, River Rouge, MI
0.65
Multi-Family Home
$97,000
01/07/26
6
3
1,885
44 E James St, River Rouge, MI
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$99,900
06/12/25
4
2
1,654
12 Perrin St, River Rouge, MI
0.67
Multi-Family Home
$135,000
11/26/25
4
2
1,610
17 E Rockwood St, Ecorse, MI
1.09
Multi-Family Home
$77,000
02/12/26
6
2
2,400
21 W Westfield St, Ecorse, MI
1.96
Multi-Family Home
$190,000
06/25/25
6
2
2,310
3916 High St, Ecorse, MI
1.56
Multi-Family Home
$105,000
04/06/26
4
2
1,500
8451 Navy St, Detroit, MI
2.25
Multi-Family Home
$335,000
09/04/25
4
4
4,074

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about River Rouge

At least 32 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 63 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Rickswagger211
    "It’s decent ... police and fire department are really good , the school systems are amazing , the younger generations has raised the crime rate drastically "
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  • Christina R.
    "My neighborhood has great commuter transportation ,restaurants nice schools,parks waterfront and fishing as well as boating,bicycling and convenience stores,and service stations police and fire department very close and is pretty clean!"
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  • Khbeautifulu
    "community is mostly family who grew up here. community is very supportive of the youth at the schools. "
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  • Van S.
    "There are lots of shootings and robberies. Dangerous area. Drug ridden city. Not a good place for a child to be safe. "
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  • Rbarton499.rb.rb
    "what a police department have an updated internet system and we had a neighbor security thing on our phones we can see what is going on at every neighbor's house run a neighborhood that's really cool"
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  • Alton N.
    "You don't seem to have to worry very much about your children being safe, because there is a big focus on child safety."
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  • Ladyltatts
    "This area is very family and community oriented. Everyone gets along pretty well and watches out for one another"
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  • Ladyltatts
    "I've lived here now for a year and a half. It's bet cost efficient. I like it, it's quiet most people here are very friendly."
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  • Lsr270122
    "neighbors, dirt, pollution, run down houses, parks, iv been here for 30 yrs and nothing has changed no matter how well we keep our block up the rest of the neighborhood is falling apart to many ppl don't care"
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  • Teakgrandis
    "The factories around give a unique lanscape not so cosy. Is a small city with 2 main roads. We still have many empty lots. "
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  • Anthony
    "Police presence, street cleaning, garbage pick up. Community events, never had my car broken into. "
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  • Maria S.
    "A lower working class neighborhood with many vacant homes. Very diligent police and city hall, a good choice for challenging financial situations."
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  • Maria S.
    "A lower working class neighborhood with many vacant homes, questionable quality schools, but very diligent police and city hall, doing the best things for their citizens reliably. A good choice for difficult financial situations."
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68 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218 is a 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,160 sqft multi-family built in 1915. This property is not currently available for sale. 68 E James St was last sold on Jul 18, 2025 for $242,000 (12% lower than the asking price of $274,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 68 E James St is $272,300.