An extraordinary waterfront setting awaits on Hickory Island. Situated at the meeting point of the Detroit River and Lake Erie, this 5-bedroom home offers a rare opportunity to own one of the island’s most impressive waterfront properties. With 149 feet of frontage—the largest on Hickory Island—the views are simply unmatched. Enjoy endless water vistas, passing boats, and stunning sunsets from your own backyard. A full basement and spacious footprint provide the perfect canvas for renovation, allowing you to create a custom waterfront retreat tailored to your lifestyle.
For sale
$798,500
29863 E River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI 48138
5beds
3,422sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
0.66 Acres Lot
$776,400 Zestimate®
$233/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full basementPassing boatsWaterfront settingEndless water vistasSpacious footprint
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
S Brooke MacNee 734-558-6306,
MBA Realty 734-671-6611
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261041131
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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: 149 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: 6/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 235 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$776,400
$738,000 - $815,000
$3,192/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $798,500$233/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listing removed | $798,500$233/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $798,500-6%$233/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listing removed | $849,900$248/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$248/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Pending sale | $849,900$248/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$248/sqft |
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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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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48138
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Meridian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Grosse Ile Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Grosse Ile High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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- Michigan
- Wayne County
- Grosse Ile
- 48138
- 29863 E River Rd






