$242,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025

68 E James St River Rouge, MI 48218

7 Beds
4 Baths
3,160 Sq Ft
3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$77 Per Sq Ft

19% Below List Price

228 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Private Entrance
  • 5-minute walk to John Jakubowski Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Turnkey Multi-Unit Investment Opportunity in River Rouge! With fantastic income-generating potential features four fully updated units across two separate structures. The main house offers two spacious 2-bed, 1-bath units, updated kitchens and bathrooms, brand new appliances, and brand new electrical fixtures with new 100 amp electrical service. Both units also boast brand new vinyl windows, new flooring, carpet, and fresh paint throughout. Additional updates include two brand new hot water tanks, two new furnaces, new water supply lines, and glass block windows. The front lower unit features a formal dining room and an enclosed porch, perfect for enjoying the neighborhood, with each unit having a separate entrance for added privacy and convenience. The rear building consists of one 1-bed, 1-bath unit and one 2-bed, 1-bath unit, both featuring updated kitchens and bathrooms, fresh paint, new carpet, and flooring. These units are equipped with high-efficiency Pioneer mini-splits units and offer large, open living spaces that provide excellent rental potential. All units are individually metered for utilities, ensuring ease of management. Located in a desirable, quiet neighborhood, this property sits on a corner lot with ample outdoor space. Minutes from the Gordie Howe Bridge & Downtown Detroit. With easy access to local amenities, schools, parks, major highways, this well-maintained property is ideal for both new and seasoned investors. Certificate of Occupancy at closing. Schedule a showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hassan Shukr

Own It Realty License #6501378246 Listed on: 10/10/2024

Co-Listed By

Hadi Baydoun

Own It Realty License #6501456527

Last Buyer's Agent

Boyd Rudy

KW Professionals License #6501299848

KW Professionals

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 38.00 x 100.00
  • Private Entrance
  • Fenced

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • 3,160 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Unfinished Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Breezeway

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Separate Meters
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 50006990021000

Community Details

Overview

  • 4 Units
  • Le Blanc And Labadie's Sub Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,289

Year Built

Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multifamily
  • Architecture Style: Duplex
  • Architecture Level: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1915
  • State Equalized Value: 55700.0000
  • Year Renovated: 2024
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Facility
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 3160

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Block, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Entry, Fenced
  • Foundation Materials: Block, Poured
  • Porch Type: Breezeway, Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Sideof Street: S
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • MF Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Separate Meter, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Separate Meters
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)
  • Laundry Facilities: Yes

Fee Information

  • Operating Expense: 24108.00

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 38.00 x 100.00
  • Parcel Number: 50006990021000
  • Zoning: Multi-Family

Rental Info

  • Rent Includes: Water/Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash Collection, Water, Yard Maintenance
  • Monthly Rental Income: 5000

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2282.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 1007.0000
  • Total Tax: 3289.0000
  • Taxable Value: 33213.0000

Multi Family

  • Gross Scheduled Income: 60000.00
  • Number Of Units Total: 4

MLS Schools

  • School District: River Rouge

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2024
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Michigan Rouge Holdings Llc
Bought by
Martelli Major
Seller's Agent
Hassan Shukr
Own It Realty
Buyer's Agent
Boyd Rudy
KW Professionals
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$242,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$57,900
-19.31%
Views
169
Current Estimated Value
$245,496

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,496
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
Original Mortgage
$179,250
Outstanding Balance
$178,946
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$66,550

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2023
Sold by
Mars Investment Detroit Llc
Bought by
Michigan Rouge Holdings Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2019
Sold by
International Detroit Investments Llc
Bought by
Mars Investment Detroit Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2016
Sold by
Greater Detroit Holdings Llc
Bought by
International Detroit Investments

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2015
Sold by
Dunn Patricia and Dunn Norman
Bought by
Greater Detroit Holdings Llc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $242,000 Minnesota Title Agency
Warranty Deed $242,000 Minnesota Title Agency
Warranty Deed $50,000 Minnesota Title
Warranty Deed $39,000 Liberty Title
Warranty Deed -- First American Title
Warranty Deed -- First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $179,250 New Conventional
Closed $179,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $242,000 -12.0% $77 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Price Changed $274,900 -8.3% $87 / Sq Ft
04/26/2025 04/26/25 For Sale $299,900 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Pending -- -- --
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Price Changed $299,900 -14.3% $95 / Sq Ft
10/10/2024 10/10/24 For Sale $349,900 -- $111 / Sq Ft
Source: Realcomp

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 $5,040 $83,700 $0 $0
2024 $4,891 $71,200 $0 $0
2023 $2,282 $55,700 $0 $0
2022 $3,283 $42,500 $0 $0
2021 $4,038 $35,900 $0 $0
2020 $3,835 $30,200 $0 $0
2019 $1,648 $27,000 $0 $0
2018 $2,760 $22,600 $0 $0
2017 $1,469 $23,000 $0 $0
2016 $2,411 $23,600 $0 $0
2015 $2,980 $29,800 $0 $0
2013 $3,462 $48,700 $0 $0
2012 $3,094 $47,200 $3,500 $43,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20240075911

Realcomp

APN: 50-006-99-0021-000