68 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
OFF MARKET

68 E James St
River Rouge, MI 48218

  • 7 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,160 sqft

$280,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,922/mo*
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$280,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,922/mo*
Refinance Your Home
7 Beds
4 Baths
3,160 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$281K
Since last month
Increased$200 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$40K (+16.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$41K (+16.9%)
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 +578% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$283K
July 2026$283K
June 2026$281K
May 2026$272K
April 2026$272K
March 2026$281K
February 2026$283K
January 2026$223K
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
206 Frazier St, River Rouge, MI
0.65
Multi-Family Home
$97,000
01/07/26
6
3
1,885
90 Catherine St, River Rouge, MI
0.72
Multi-Family Home
$225,000
05/04/26
8
4
2,704
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
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
1910 Salina St, Dearborn, MI
2.02
Multi-Family Home
$340,000
09/03/25
6
6
5,661
2908 S Edsel St, Detroit, MI
1.71
Multi-Family Home
$30,000
10/20/25
4
2
2,000
37 W Woodward St, Ecorse, MI
1.91
Multi-Family Home
$115,000
07/14/26
4
2
1,500

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
59 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.03
$87,800
3
1
1,128
Off Market
67 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.03
$73,700
3
1.5
1,308
For Sale
51 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.05
$87,600
3
1
936
Off Market
48 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.05
$93,900
3
1
784
Off Market
46 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.06
-
2
1
720
Off Market
79 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.04
$165,000
3
2
1,418
For Sale
51 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.06
$102,700
2
2
1,566
Off Market
85 E Pleasant St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.06
$115,000
4
2
1,563
Off Market
41 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.09
$72,100
3
1
880
Off Market
75 E Cicotte St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.08
$80,000
3
1
1,543
For Sale
96 Brownlee St, River Rouge, MI 48218
0.09
-
2
1
816
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

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1915
Living Area
3,160 sqft
Price/Sqft
$89

About this House

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!
68 E James St, River Rouge, MI 48218 is a 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,160 sqft multi-family built in 1915. It last sold for $242,000 on Jul 18, 2025 (12% below the $274,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2025 with an asking price of $1,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 10, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $280,900, with a rent estimate of $1,283/month.
Last check for updates: about 17 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

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: $274,900
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

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 10, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,099
Nov 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,099
Price decreased by 8%
Oct 18, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,195
Price decreased by 8%
Oct 4, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,295
Jul 18, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20240075911
Sold
$242,000

Market trends in River Rouge

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about River Rouge

At least 33 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % 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 there are community events

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 68 E James St

  • What is 68 E James St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 68 E James St in River Rouge, MI is $280,900.
  • What is the price history for 68 E James St?
    68 E James St in River Rouge, MI last sold for $242,000 in July 2025.
  • Is River Rouge a buyer's or seller's market?
    River Rouge is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about River Rouge?
    Residents describe River Rouge, MI as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in River Rouge, MI.
  • Does 68 E James St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 68 E James St in River Rouge, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 68 E James St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 68 E James St in River Rouge, MI has laundry facilities.

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