686 E Columbia Ave Pontiac, MI 48340
Estimated payment $893/month
Total Views
3,786
2
Beds
1
Bath
900
Sq Ft
$156
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- 1.5 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- No HOA
- Porch
About This Home
Charming starter or retirement home flowing ranch with hardwood floors in North Pontiac featuring 2 large bedrooms and 1 full bath. Ceramic tile kitchen with new appliances, which are included in price, and opens to spacious living room with loads of windows for loads of indirect lighting. Full basement partially finished with possible 3rd bedroom. Extra large fenced back yard. One car detached garage and an additional shed for storage. Close to Great Lakes Crossing for entertainment, dining and shopping. Easy 1-75 access. BATVIA
Listing Agent
Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham License #6501221639 Listed on: 07/05/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x130
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1.5 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Construction Material
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Free-Standing Gas Oven
- Porch
- Ground Level
- Partially Finished Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Joslyn Gardens Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1416405012
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,300 | $40,730 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,239 | $36,490 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,267 | $32,090 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,032 | $28,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $935 | $25,470 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $536 | $22,250 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $507 | $19,460 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $484 | $18,730 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $512 | $16,580 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $14,370 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $12,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $19,390 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | Price Changed | $140,000 | -6.7% | $156 / Sq Ft |
| 07/05/2025 07/05/25 | For Sale | $150,000 | +66.7% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 12/28/2021 12/28/21 | Sold | $90,000 | 0.0% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2021 12/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/08/2021 12/08/21 | For Sale | $90,000 | +80.0% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2019 05/17/19 | Sold | $50,000 | -16.5% | $56 / Sq Ft |
| 04/15/2019 04/15/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | For Sale | $59,900 | -- | $67 / Sq Ft |
Source: Realcomp
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $90,000 | Bell Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $50,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $67,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $79,899 | -- | |
| Deed | $75,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $22,364 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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MLS Number: 20251013961
APN: 14-16-405-012
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