515 S Michigan Ave, Howell, MI, 48843
About This Home
Downtown Howell Fully Renovated 1890s Charmer with First-Floor Primary Ensuite — Move-In Ready! Just two blocks from Howell’s award-winning downtown, this beautifully renovated home blends historic charm with modern convenience. Walk to boutiques, dining, the farmers market, Balloon Fest, and the upcoming Fire & Ice Pavilion while enjoying easy access to year-round community events. Completely renovated in 2023 from structural to cosmetic, updates include new floor joists, roof, windows, walls, major systems, appliances, and more. Inside, you’ll love the bright open layout with tall ceilings, large picture windows, and seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The sought-after first-floor primary ensuite offers easy single-level living, while a second main-floor bedroom provides flexibility for a home office, nursery, or playroom. Convenient first-floor laundry with private side entry adds perfect mudroom functionality. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms, a cozy nook, and an additional full bath ideal for family or guests. Relax outdoors on the covered wrap-around porch or spacious back deck — perfect for morning coffee or evening entertaining. Additional updates include a new hot water heater, major appliances (2024), and gutters installed in 2025. Bonus: Howell city residents enjoy free access to Thompson Lake. Motivated sellers — move right in and enjoy downtown living at its best! RESCHEDULED TWILIGHT OPEN HOUSE, THURSDAY, MAY 21ST FROM 4-6PM
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Michigan Basement,Slab,Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2023
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Free Standing Electric Range,Free Standing Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Water Purifier Owned
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 18 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Features
- Finished area above ground: 1,800
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Laundry
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Living Room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 475
- Dimensions: 25 X 19
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9 X 8
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7 X 7
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 162
- Dimensions: 9 X 18
Primary Bathroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 X 7
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 X 11
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1736303044
- Special condition: Short Sale No,Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Porch
- Fencing: Fencing Allowed
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 82.5 x 132
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Livingston County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,920 | $23,040 |
| Home Insurance * | $140 | $1,680 |
| Property Taxes | $300 | $3,600 |
| Electricity | $196 | $2,356 |
| Total | $2,556 | $30,672 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-09 | Price change | $395,000 |
| 2026-04-18 | Listed for sale | $400,000 |
| 2024-05-31 | Sold | $320,000 |
| 2024-05-31 | Pending sale | $325,000 |
| 2024-04-04 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2024-04-01 | Pending sale | $325,000 |
| 2024-03-11 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2024-02-20 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-02-13 | Price change | $335,000 |
| 2024-01-22 | Price change | $340,000 |
| 2024-01-17 | Price change | $349,000 |
| 2024-01-12 | Price change | $355,000 |
| 2024-01-05 | Price change | $359,900 |
| 2023-12-27 | Price change | $369,000 |
| 2023-12-17 | Price change | $375,000 |
| 2023-11-29 | Price change | $379,000 |
| 2023-11-15 | Price change | $385,000 |
| 2023-11-12 | Listed for sale | $398,000 |
| 2023-02-24 | Sold | $124,500 |
| 2023-02-15 | Pending sale | $134,900 |
| 2023-02-03 | Listed for sale | $134,900 |
| 2023-02-03 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-12-04 | Price change | $135,000 |
| 2022-11-04 | Price change | $145,900 |
| 2022-08-18 | Listed for sale | $164,900 |
| 2022-05-03 | Sold | $65,000 |
| 2011-08-09 | Sold | $10,000 |
| 2011-05-22 | Listed for sale | $19,900 |
| 2010-07-28 | Sold | $35,615 |
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