742 John Ward Dr, Howell, MI 48855
OFF MARKET

742 John Ward Dr
Howell, MI 48855

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 2,902 sqft (on 7.11 acres)

$690,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,056/mo*
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$690,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,056/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
5 Baths
2,902 sqft
(on 7.11 acres)

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Description

Amazing views from the covered wrap around porch... This 1-1/2 story farmhouse style home on 7+ acres has beautiful views of the country, minutes from downtown Howell, schools and hospitals. 4 total bedrooms with 1st floor master, In-Law apartment with 1 bedroom (included in total bedroom count), full bath, kitchen, living room and pantry. 1st floor laundry, balconies off 2nd story bedrooms, lower level finished walkout with full bath, 2nd laundry, great room and possible bedroom, extra storage in lower level. Central air, central vacuum, 50 amp set up for RV parking, set up for generator, 3 car heated garage. Natural gas may be available. New energy efficient furnace 2013, hot water tank 2014, refrigerator 2015. Freshly painted rooms, deck and refinished wood floors. Buyer to assume special assessment. Lots of room for horses and barn.
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.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
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Home Details for 742 John Ward Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementIn-law unitCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Propane ButaneAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7.11 acres

Mobile R/V

RV Parking
Rv Parking

Price History for 742 John Ward Dr

DatePriceEventSource
06/21/2017$395,000Sold
N/A
04/04/2017$429,900PendingAgent Provided
02/28/2017$429,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/17/2016$439,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/12/2016$445,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/21/2012$445,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/18/2012$445,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/19/2011$439,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/07/2011$439,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/17/2010$439,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/07/2010$439,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,786
Assessment$667,838
Home facts updated by county records

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3342 Oak Grove Rd, Howell, MI
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3411 Amber Oaks Dr, Howell, MI
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2344 Brewer Rd, Howell, MI
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2.5
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$485,000
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3
2,836
3652 Amber Oaks Dr, Howell, MI
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2.5
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3560 Amber Oaks Dr, Howell, MI
0.77
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$420,000
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2.5
3,202
3071 Ivy Wood Cir, Howell, MI
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$385,000
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2.5
1,830
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$595,000
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2,448
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Howell

At least 225 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Cheryl K DeVries
    "I’ve lived in my neighborhood 12 yrs and it’s wonderful place to live. People are friendly. To walk and enjoy nature and be in a subdivision is wonderful. "
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  • Rachel Simonyi
    "I was born and raised in Howell. I also raised my 3 children here and we all love it. Most of my immediate family lives here and has raised or raises there children here also. "
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  • 7xsssmsq7r
    "Pretty much just school buses. The roads real nice you can get restaurants that deliver food out here and the roads are pretty much clear in the winter time."
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  • 7xsssmsq7r
    "I just moved out here. Everyone I have met are very friendly and helpful. They go out of there way help "
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  • Storyrob
    "There are plenty of sidewalks. Motorist are courteous at crosswalks. All dogs are on a leash. People want to meet him. "
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  • Jessica Katzenberger
    "Lots of families and family atmosphere. Open spaces no HOA but everyone takes care of their properties and they are all well maintained. "
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  • Kandra Czarnowski
    "I lived here 22 years. Very family oriented. We’ve enjoyed raising our kids in this community. Very safe. Very community oriented "
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  • Jpowlison
    "A good mix of young families with children and older adults. Pride of ownership is obvious. We enjoy watching the wildlife out by our 2 ponds."
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  • Kandra Czarnowski
    "Amazing place to live. Safe, friendly, convenient. Small town feeling in a large suburb. Great schools. "
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  • Cheryl K DeVries
    "Excellent academic and Band and Sports programs through the High school. Parents look out for other children besides their own. Friendly & Safe neighborhoods"
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  • Barbara Smigels
    "Lived here for 19 years. Love it!!! Quiet, safe and great people. Love the downtown area with all the old buildings. "
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  • Ponciano
    "The most important thing is to be sure you have enough of the information you need to know about the process and how it will work for you."
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  • Barbara Smigels
    "I’ve lived here for 19 years. We love it! Friendly, safe with a small town feel. I’ve met the nicest people here. "
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  • Aileen S.
    "Downtown is a great place to visit and shop with unique boutiques. Great for kids and adults. M Street Bakery is my favorite!"
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  • Kylie G. .
    "This is a pretty safe area to raise children and there’s lots of things close by, like stores, and doctors offices... so I really suggest moving here! You won’t regret it !!"
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  • Katie R.
    "It is a great place to raise your kids. The schools have high quality teachers. There are many opportunities to get involved with the community. There is something for everyone in Howell."
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  • Nicholas C.
    "plenty of lakes and parks to go walking on trails and enjoy outdoors. no real dog parks to do unleashed play or indoor parks for winter. "
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  • Angela H.
    "Howell is a great commuter suburb. It’s far away enough from the city that you don’t have chaos getting where you need to go."
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  • Michael C. J.
    "Great area. Perfect to raise a family!! Plan to live here for a while.. Super quiet, safe and everything you need is super close. Great and clean area"
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  • Rachel H.
    "We are close to the downtown area where regular community events are held such as: Trick or Treating, Balloonfest, Melonfest & Fantasy of Lights parade. "
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  • Chantalafton
    "It has gotten so busy over the last 10 years! Traffic is miserable around here these days! I hope people stop moving here. Or I’m moving out. Not a small town anymore. "
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  • Jamie U.
    "Legend of Sleepy Howell at Halloween, and the Farmers market is AMAZING!! Downtown is so charming and full of life, you never want to leave."
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  • Debiforsythe
    "ballonfest, melon festival, hiking trails, great neighbor's, great wines, fishing trips , trails. rides, color tours, great camping. snowmobiles, the great lakes and best of all great people"
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  • Ryan M.
    "Drivers visiting friends on the lake tend to drive fast while going through the neighborhood. We never let our kids play out in front of our house unsupervised because of speeding/distracted driving."
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  • Paul W.
    "Usually goes fast without any difficulty. Most areas are accessible for commuting. Freeways are very convenient"
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  • Paul
    "There is a lot of room for dogs. Most homes have acreage for pets. There are no sidewalks out here."
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  • Syweiss74
    "I have lived here for 2 years and love it. People are friendly, schools are great all areas seemed well maintained. "
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  • Tom M
    "It is a good town with good people and many things to do , such as ballooon fest , melon fest , lights parade ."
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  • Shawna W.
    "Great neighborhood. Been here for 15 years. Our daughter grew up with awesome schools, friends and so much community involvement. "
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  • Hck357
    "Ppl walk their dogs and pick up after them. Some let their dogs bark too much. HOA does nothing about it. "
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  • Jozlyn O.
    "My aunt lives around here and every time I visit I fall in love more and more!! Very beautiful neighborhoods here."
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  • Kmp061092
    "My commute is 25 minutes. I live in Howell and drive to Hartland. quite a lot of traffic for this area. "
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  • Tim H.
    "Great family oriented place to live Great ammenties to include pool, paved walking path and nature trail"
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  • Todd K.
    "I go from Howell to Okemos. It is approximately 30 miles one way. It takes about 30 minutes using I96."
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742 John Ward Dr, Howell, MI 48855 is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2,902 sqft single-family home built in 2003. This property is not currently available for sale. 742 John Ward Dr was last sold on Jun 21, 2017 for $395,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 742 John Ward Dr is $690,600.