$236,900

550 1st Ave Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$2,813
Closing credit¹
0.3 acres
Multi-Family

Property details

About 550 1st Ave

Investment opportunity! This top-bottom duplex offers great income potential. Upper unit (2 bed/1 bath) with kitchen, living area, and balcony is leased through 6/31/2025 at $1,200/mo. Lower unit (2 bed/1 bath) is currently vacant features updated flooring and a new furnace (2020) . Detached 2-car garage leased through 6/7/2025 at $260/mo. Fire escape meets city code. Shared laundry in utility room. Large fenced backyard. Convenient location near EMU, I-94, and downtown Ypsilanti. City certified till Dec. 2026. Lots of potential for investors! Do not disturb tenants.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.3 Acres
Year built1959
ParkingConcrete, Driveway
MLS #25024213

Summary

  • Basement: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Concrete, Driveway
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $236,900
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,612
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Michigan Ave to 1st Avenue
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Lot Size: 0.3 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25024213
  • Office Name: Trillium Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (734) 302-3011
  • Listing Agent: Amer Bishtawi

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550 1st Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 - view of front of property featuring brick siding

$236,900

550 1st Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 19, 2023
Home Sold
$190,000
Dec 09, 2020
Home Sold
$142,000
Nov 13, 2018
Home Sold
$119,000
Feb 14, 2013
Home Sold
$31,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$79,100$3,612
2023$65,400$4,259
2022$61,800$4,259
2021$54,200$3,743
2020$44,900$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Estabrook Elementary School

Public District 2-5

1.2 mi

1555 W Cross St

3

Ypsilanti International Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.7 mi

503 Oak St

1

Erickson Elementary School

Public District 1-5

2.0 mi

1427 Levona St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,250. Residents of Ypsilanti, MI typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

53%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

44%
Single, No Kids
35%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

28%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
23%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • UFCUFC
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • BuickBuick
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 550 1st Ave

The listing price of 550 1st Ave property is $236,900.

The property 550 1st Ave is a multi located in Ypsilanti, Michigan, 48197.

Active Listing: 550 1st Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 550 1st Ave are: Estabrook Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Ypsilanti International Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Erickson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Washtenaw International Middle Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ypsilanti Community Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Fortis Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wsc Academy Ypsilanti Campus (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Washtenaw Alliance for Virtual Education (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Washtenaw International High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,612 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 19, 2023 for $190,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 550 1st Ave is 1959.

This home is located at 550 1st Ave in Ypsilanti, MI and zip code 48197. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $236,900.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Ypsilanti, MI there were more than 51 sold above asking price, over 25 sold below and more than 9 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Ypsilanti, MI decreased by 1.3% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 31 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $280,500.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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