$130,000
SOLD AUG 22, 2025

618 N River Ave Alma, MI 48801

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,184 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$110 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

45 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 68 Feet of Waterfront
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 2-minute walk to Riverwalk

About This Home

As of August 2025

WELCOME HOME!! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is in a great neighborhood in Alma, and with 1,184 square feet of living space, this home is full of comfort and style. The brick exterior and metal roof add lasting value, and the cement driveway gives it great curb appeal. Inside, you’ll find commercial-grade luxury vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen, dining area, and laundry room—perfect for easy clean-up and everyday life. The rest of the main level has soft, plush Shaw carpet that makes the home feel cozy and warm. Upstairs bedroom ceiling height is below 7 feet. Step outside to enjoy the spacious 2+ car detached garage—great for storage, hobbies, or extra parking. And the best part? This home sits on the beautiful Pine River! Flood insurance is required. Bring your fishing pole and enjoy relaxing days right in your own backyard. Don’t miss out on this rare find in a wonderful location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Micah Kemler

43 NORTH REALTY License #6502426111 Listed on: 06/03/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Office

NON-MLS MEMBER OFFICE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,745

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 152 x 66
  • 68 Feet of Waterfront
  • Level Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,184 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • River Access
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Original Town Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,745

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1910
  • Construction: Frame
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 34
  • Year Updated: 2022
  • Year Renovated: 2022
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1910

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 12.5x13.5, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13x23, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14x9, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: LVP
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10x15, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: LVP
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 14x23, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1184
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 109.8
  • Range: R 3W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1184

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Garden/Storage Shed
  • Body Of Water: Pine River
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Covered Porch
  • Exterior Finish: Brick
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Number Of Acres: 0.25
  • Road: Blacktop
  • Roof: Metal
  • Water Features: River
  • Waterfront Frontage: 68

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Primary Garage: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8x9, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: LVP
  • Sewer: Municipal
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable Internet
  • Water: Municipal

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: Original Town

Schools

  • School District: Alma Public Schools

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 152 x 66
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Subdivision
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: 1729.26
  • Winter Taxes: 117.08
  • Year Summer: 2024
  • Year Winter: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Alma Public Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2021
Closed on
Oct 8, 2021
Sold by
Nation Joshua A and Nation Bethany M
Bought by
Reed Joseph
Seller's Agent
Gaylon Koutz
FIVE STAR REAL ESTATE - MT. PLEASANT
Buyer's Agent
Gaylon Koutz
FIVE STAR REAL ESTATE - MT. PLEASANT
List Price
$110,000
Sold Price
$75,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-31.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2020
Sold by
Palmer Kevin Douglas
Bought by
Zablocki Alex Morgan and Zablocki Victoria

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2017
Closed on
Nov 21, 2017
Sold by
Seward Roger Duane
Bought by
Nation Bethany M and Nation Joshua A
Seller's Agent
Jayson Sumerix
CENTURY 21 LEE-MAC REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Deb Morris
COLDWELL BANKER MT. PLEASANT REALTY
List Price
$49,900
Sold Price
$44,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-11.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.64%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2017
Closed on
Nov 16, 2017
Sold by
Duane Seward Roger
Bought by
Nation Joshua A and Nation Bethany M
Seller's Agent
Jayson Sumerix
CENTURY 21 LEE-MAC REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Deb Morris
COLDWELL BANKER MT. PLEASANT REALTY
List Price
$49,900
Sold Price
$44,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-11.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 1992
Bought by
Seward
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $75,000 Alma Abstract & Title
Warranty Deed $110,000 Alma Abstract & Title
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $42,000 --
Warranty Deed $16,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Sold $130,000 +0.8% $110 / Sq Ft
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Price Changed $129,000 -0.8% $109 / Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Price Changed $130,000 -3.7% $110 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 For Sale $135,000 +80.0% $114 / Sq Ft
10/08/2021 10/08/21 Sold $75,000 -6.2% $63 / Sq Ft
09/08/2021 09/08/21 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2021 09/01/21 Price Changed $79,999 -11.0% $68 / Sq Ft
07/09/2021 07/09/21 Price Changed $89,900 -10.0% $76 / Sq Ft
06/24/2021 06/24/21 Price Changed $99,900 -9.2% $84 / Sq Ft
06/03/2021 06/03/21 For Sale $110,000 0.0% $93 / Sq Ft
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2021 05/14/21 For Sale $110,000 +150.0% $93 / Sq Ft
11/17/2017 11/17/17 Sold $44,000 -11.8% $37 / Sq Ft
10/09/2017 10/09/17 For Sale $49,900 -- $42 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,745 $49,200 $0 $0
2024 $1,745 $44,400 $0 $0
2023 $91 $40,400 $0 $0
2022 $91 $35,100 $0 $0
2021 $91 $33,300 $0 $0
2020 -- $31,600 $0 $0
2019 -- $29,700 $0 $0
2018 -- $28,200 $0 $0
2017 -- $26,900 $0 $0
2016 -- $25,900 $0 $0
2015 -- $24,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $23,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $24,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1934664

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 51-343-772-00