Step into this 3 bed, 2 bath bungalow located in Detroit. This charming home features beautiful hardwood floors in the living room and dining room, adding warmth and character throughout the main living spaces. Enjoy relaxing mornings or evenings in the enclosed front porch, offering additional space to unwind year-round. The spacious layout includes generously sized bedrooms, a bright and inviting living area, and plenty of storage throughout. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major freeways, this home is a great opportunity for homeowners or investors alike.
Riverbend, located between the Detroit River and Jefferson Avenue, is a residential and waterfront Detroit neighborhood with riverfront parks and mid-century apartment towers. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Jefferson Avenue corridor near the Riverbend Plaza area, where small storefronts, service counters, and everyday errands set a steady street rhythm. Housing leans toward brick ranches, tidy postwar blocks, and high-rise living with broad water views. The RiverWalk and nearby marinas shape a routine of shoreline strolls and boat traffic. Parks and recreation fields add open space without leaving the river’s edge. A short drive connects to the cultural pull of the Grosse Pointe waterfront and the east-side riverfront.
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Offer insights
1341 Alter Rd · $159,950
$160K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $160K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
119 days
The average home goes pending in 21 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.5%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Living
Dining
Interior features
Total of 4 rooms
Unfinished basement
Bedrooms
Two bedrooms on the entry level (each about 10 x 9)
One bedroom on the second level (width listed as 22)
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the entry level
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Natural gas fuel
Exterior features
Brick exterior
Front porch
Paved street access
30 ft frontage
Small lot (approximately 0.06 acres)
Home design
Residential property
1 1/2-story structure
Built in 1921
Construction
Basement foundation
Utilities
Public water
Financial info
Property has an existing lease
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Step into this 3 bed, 2 bath bungalow located in Detroit. This charming home features beautiful hardwood floors in the living room and dining room, adding warmth and character throughout the main living spaces. Enjoy relaxing mornings or evenings in the enclosed front porch, offering additional space to unwind year-round. The spacious layout includes generously sized bedrooms, a bright and inviting living area, and plenty of storage throughout. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major freeways, this home is a great opportunity for homeowners or investors alike.
Public Records
Feb 27, 2024
Sold
$120,000
$57/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60199921
May 17, 2023
Sold
$34,000
$16/sq ft
May 17, 2023
Sold
$34,000
$16/sq ft
Apr 25, 2023
Pending
—
Mar 27, 2023
Listed
$39,995
$19/sq ft
Mar 27, 2023
Listed
$39,995
$19/sq ft
REALCOMP #20230022611
May 17, 2023
Sold
$34,000
$16/sq ft
Apr 25, 2023
Pending
—
Mar 27, 2023
Listed
$39,995
$19/sq ft
Great potential on this bungalow in great Neighborhood. Newer roof, siding and windows. Great front porch. Huge upper bedroom. 5 minute walk to Grosse Pointe! Great starter home or rental unit.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60132173
Mar 24, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 24, 2023
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2022
Relisted
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Aug 25, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Aug 22, 2022
Listed
$45,900
$22/sq ft
REALCOMP #20221033845
Mar 24, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Aug 29, 2022
Relisted
—
Aug 25, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 22, 2022
Listed
$45,900
$22/sq ft
REALCOMP #215132390
Apr 20, 2016
Sold
$8,900
$4/sq ft
Apr 1, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 14, 2016
Price Changed
$9,900
$5/sq ft
Feb 15, 2016
Price Changed
$11,900
$6/sq ft
Dec 21, 2015
Listed
$15,000
$7/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #31273975
Apr 20, 2016
Listing Removed
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Apr 20, 2016
Sold
$8,900
$4/sq ft
Apr 20, 2016
Sold
$8,900
$4/sq ft
Apr 1, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 15, 2016
Price Changed
$9,900
$5/sq ft
Feb 15, 2016
Price Changed
$11,900
$6/sq ft
Dec 22, 2015
Listed
$15,000
$7/sq ft
Dec 21, 2015
Listed
$9,900
$5/sq ft
REALCOMP #215102743
Dec 14, 2015
Sold
$3,924
$2/sq ft
Oct 11, 2015
Listing Removed
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Sep 22, 2015
Listed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #21564303
Nov 30, 2015
Sold
$3,924
$2/sq ft
Nov 30, 2015
Sold
$3,924
$2/sq ft
Oct 10, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Sep 22, 2015
Listed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
Sep 22, 2015
Listed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #20873531
Sep 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2014
Listed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
REALCOMP #214098031
Oct 16, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2014
Listed
$3,200
$2/sq ft
REALCOMP #23003587
Mar 4, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jan 11, 2003
Listed
$10,900
$5/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 2002
Sold
$42,884
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,771 (−44.6%)
2024
$3,196 (+200.2%)
2023
$1,065 (+2.9%)
2022
$1,035 (+2.6%)
2021
$1,008 (−1.6%)
2020
$1,025 (+1.4%)
2019
$1,010 (+3.6%)
2018
$975 (−2.8%)
2017
$1,003 (+150.8%)
2016
$400 (−1.7%)
2015
$407 (−0.7%)
2014
$410
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
90 ft.
Lot size
2,614 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,179
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,179
Year built
1921
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
21063215.
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
R2
Two-Family Residential District
The R2 Two-Family Residential District is designed to protect and enhance those areas developed or likely to develop with single- or two-family dwellings. The district regulations are designed to promote a suitable environment for homes and for activities connected with family life. The only principal uses permitted by right are single- and two-family dwellings. Additional uses are conditional.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Detroit, MI • 48215 2860
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1341 Alter Rd
$155,039
$4,911 under list price of $160K
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