Waterfront living at its finest on Hickory Island! Take a walk through time, then picture this beauty with today’s trends—the views are spectacular where the Detroit River meets Lake Erie. Featuring an impressive 149 feet of waterfront—the largest on Hickory Island—this 5-bedroom home offers breathtaking scenery where you can relax and watch boats pass by from your own backyard. A full basement provides additional space, and the generous outdoor setting adds to the appeal. Ready for your vision, this home presents incredible potential and endless possibilities for a renovation. Don’t miss your chance to create something truly special in a highly desirable waterfront location.
For sale
$798,500
29863 E River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI 48138
5beds
3,422sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
0.66 Acres Lot
$775,100 Zestimate®
$233/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2026 at 11:00pm
Listed by:
S Brooke MacNee 734-558-6306,
MBA Realty 734-671-6611
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261017444
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9 X 15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9 X 15
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 X 8
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 X 5
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9 X 8
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 33
- Dimensions: 11 X 3
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 19 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Laundry
- Level: Entry
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 X 7
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 546
- Dimensions: 26 X 21
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Washer Dryer Allin One
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,422 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,440
- Finished area below ground: 982
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, River Front
- Body of water: Detroit River
Lot
- Size: 0.66 Acres
- Dimensions: 46.5 x 289.35
Details
- Parcel number: 73065010027000
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Unknown
- Water: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: HICKORY ISLAND CO SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Grosse Ile
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $233/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $367,146
- Annual tax amount: $16,226
- Date on market: 3/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 160 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$775,100
$736,000 - $814,000
$3,485/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $798,500-6%$233/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20261017444 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Listing removed | $849,900$248/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251042124 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$248/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251042124 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Pending sale | $849,900$248/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251042124 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$248/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251042124 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $365,000 +4.8% |
| 2024 | -- | $348,200 +7.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $323,000 +0.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $320,800 +2.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $313,900 |
| 2020 | $13,842 +0.4% | $313,900 +2.4% |
| 2019 | $13,788 | $306,500 +2.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $299,600 +1% |
| 2017 | -- | $296,500 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $5,749 | $297,000 +0% |
| 2015 | $5,749 -80.5% | $296,900 -1.6% |
| 2013 | $29,490 +413% | $301,800 +3% |
| 2012 | $5,749 | $293,100 -23.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $381,800 -7.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $412,900 -16.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $494,600 -1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $503,100 +3.9% |
| 2005 | $3,412 | $484,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $484,200 +121.7% |
| 2001 | $7,968 +2.1% | $218,397 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $7,802 | $211,625 |
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Est. payment
$5,077/mo
Principal & interest
$3859
Property taxes
$1218
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Neighborhood: 48138
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Meridian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Grosse Ile Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 8/10Grosse Ile High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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