21235 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 1259
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Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in Grosse Pointe Woods, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch offers comfortable single-level living with spacious interiors and beautiful curb appeal. Hardwood floors flow throughout much of the home, while recessed lighting brightens the main living areas. A natural fireplace anchors the welcoming living room, creating a warm and inviting space to gather. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the open floor plan features generously sized rooms, including a large dining area and an expansive family room addition filled with natural light. Sliding glass doors open to the backyard patio, overlooking lush perennial gardens and a huge private yard with plenty of room to relax, garden, or host summer gatherings. The newly renovated kitchen offers stylish finishes and modern functionality, while the updated bathrooms provide a fresh, contemporary feel. The basement significantly expands the living space, featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a full bath, and endless possibilities. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage and major mechanical updates, including a newer roof and furnace. Residents enjoy access to the renowned Grosse Pointe park system, featuring waterfront parks, pools, marinas, fitness facilities, tennis courts, and more. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Grosse Pointe Woods has to offer.
Est. $2,625 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 21235 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALCOMP #20261046961
Jul 22, 2026
Sold
$500,000
$283/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 27, 2026
Listed
$499,900
$283/sq ft
Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in Grosse Pointe Woods, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch offers comfortable single-level living with spacious interiors and beautiful curb appeal. Hardwood floors flow throughout much of the home, while recessed lighting brightens the main living areas. A natural fireplace anchors the welcoming living room, creating a warm and inviting space to gather. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the open floor plan features generously sized rooms, including a large dining area and an expansive family room addition filled with natural light. Sliding glass doors open to the backyard patio, overlooking lush perennial gardens and a huge private yard with plenty of room to relax, garden, or host summer gatherings. The newly renovated kitchen offers stylish finishes and modern functionality, while the updated bathrooms provide a fresh, contemporary feel. The basement significantly expands the living space, featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a full bath, and endless possibilities. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage and major mechanical updates, including a newer roof and furnace. Residents enjoy access to the renowned Grosse Pointe park system, featuring waterfront parks, pools, marinas, fitness facilities, tennis courts, and more. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Grosse Pointe Woods has to offer.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #61005850
Jul 22, 2026
Sold
$500,000
$283/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 27, 2026
Listed
$499,900
$283/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Coming Soon
$499,900
$283/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 5, 2026
Sold
$330,000
$187/sq ft
REALCOMP #20251018643
Aug 6, 2025
Sold
$330,000
$187/sq ft
Aug 1, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 28, 2025
Price Changed
$325,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 22, 2025
Listed
$365,000
$206/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #60919878
Aug 6, 2025
Sold
$330,000
$187/sq ft
Aug 1, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 28, 2025
Price Changed
$325,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 22, 2025
Listed
$365,000
$206/sq ft
Jul 18, 2025
Coming Soon
$365,000
$206/sq ft
Jul 18, 2025
Listed
$325,000
$184/sq ft
HIGHEST AND BEST DEADLINE 7/30/25 6PM. Lovingly cared for by the same owners for five decades, this spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch offers timeless appeal and incredible potential. The home features a formal living room, large dining room, and a generous family room addition with double doorwalls that flood the space with natural light and offer beautiful views of the manicured backyard. Hardwood floors lie beneath the carpet in the bedrooms, ready to be uncovered and restored. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, a huge unfinished basement perfect for storage or future finishing, and recent updates including a newer roof and furnace. Located in a desirable neighborhood near top-rated Grosse Pointe schools, shopping, and dining along Mack Avenue. As a resident, you'll enjoy access to the exclusive Lakefront Park, offering a marina, pool with waterslide and splash pad, tennis and pickleball courts, a gym and activity center, miniature golf, and so much more. This home is filled with love and history, and is ready for its next chapter - don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,756 (+4.9%)
2024
$5,490 (+99.0%)
2023
$2,758 (−46.2%)
2022
$5,125 (+4.9%)
2021
$4,886 (−2.9%)
2020
$5,031 (+2.2%)
2019
$4,924 (+4.7%)
2018
$4,702 (+3.4%)
2017
$4,547 (−1.9%)
2016
$4,637 (+3.7%)
2015
$4,472 (+6.4%)
2014
$4,202
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
147 ft.
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,768
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
40 001 04 0064 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
R-1C
One-Family Residential District
The R-1C one-family residential district is established as a district in which the principal use of land is for single-family dwellings and related educational, cultural and religious uses where found appropriate and harmonious with the residential environment. For this single-family residential district in promoting the general purpose of this chapter the specific intent of this district is to: Encourage the construction of and the continued use of the land for single-family dwellings. Prohibit business, commercial or industrial use of the land and prohibit any other use which would substantially interfere with development or maintenance of single-family dwellings in the district. Encourage the discontinuance of existing uses that would not be permitted as new uses under the provisions of this district.; Discourage any land use that would generate traffic on minor or local streets other than normal traffic to serve the residences on those streets.; Discourage any use which, because of its character or size would create requirements and costs for public services, such as fire and police protection, water supply and sewerage, substantially in excess of such requirements and costs if the district were developed solely for single-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
Jun 19, 2026 • Final
Concrete
Grading
Dec 21, 2017 • Final
Plumbing
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage, Electric In Garage, Direct Access
Directions: On River Road, between Parkway Dr and Brys Dr S. East of Mack Ave W of Lake Shore Rd.
Side of Street: N
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Grosse Pointe Woods
Mail City: Grosse Pointe Woods
Subdivision: Lake Shore Grove Sub-Gpte Wds
Municipality: Grosse Pointe Woods
Area (Municipality): Grosse Pointe Woods (82333)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,768
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 40 001 04 0064 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
No
Around this home
Schools
Ferry Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Parcells Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Grosse Pointe North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI • 48236 1259
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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26
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Grosse Pointe Woods. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$479,000 – $580,000
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