1143 Ellis Road

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$949,000
Price
5
Beds
5,583 Sq. Ft.
$170 / Sq. Ft.
5,583
Sq. Ft.
$170
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

You won't find another property quite like this - an extraordinary blend of character, space, and modern updates set on nearly 4.5 acres just minutes from Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. This expansive two-story farmhouse has been thoughtfully updated and expanded into a truly one-of-a-kind retreat, offering the perfect balance of country living with convenient access to the city. A welcoming formal entry with stained glass sidelights and crown molding sets the tone, leading into a home filled with warmth...You won't find another property quite like this - an extraordinary blend of character, space, and modern updates set on nearly 4.5 acres just minutes from Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. This expansive two-story farmhouse has been thoughtfully updated and expanded into a truly one-of-a-kind retreat, offering the perfect balance of country living with convenient access to the city. A welcoming formal entry with stained glass sidelights and crown molding sets the tone, leading into a home filled with warmth and distinctive architectural details. At the heart of the home, the renovated kitchen impresses with stone countertops, high-end stainless-steel appliances including a Viking cooktop and Sub-Zero refrigerator, a walk-in pantry, and a sunny bay window over the sink. Just beyond, a spacious formal dining room is ready to host everything from intimate dinners to large holiday gatherings. The adjacent living room features a vaulted ceiling and built-ins for storage and display, creating a comfortable space to gather. An enclosed porch off the dining room offers the perfect spot to relax or dine while enjoying peaceful views and afternoon sunshine. The main level also includes a stunning primary suite at the front of the home, complete with a generous bedroom with space for a sitting area, an adjoining flex room ideal for an office, nursery, or craft space, and an updated private bath. A separate home office showcases beautiful wood flooring with inlay, custom built-ins, and elegant lighting details. Upstairs, a second primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated private bath with dual vanity, spa tub, separate shower, and heated floors. Three additional spacious bedrooms with high ceilings and ample closet space share a full hallway bath, all centered around a versatile family or sitting room - perfect for a homework station or cozy reading nook. The partially finished walkout basement adds even more living space with a rec/game room featuring a built-in entertainment center and large daylight windows. The basement also offers an abundance of tucked-away storage space and laundry. Step outside to your own private country oasis. The enclosed porch leads to a fieldstone patio and an in-ground pool surrounded by beautiful paver and stone work - an ideal setting for summer entertaining. The expansive grounds include multiple outbuildings, such as a guest house with its own living space, kitchenette, bedroom, full bath, and laundry, as well as a barn currently home to goats and alpacas, a detached garage with room for multiple vehicles, and an additional storage building. Ample paved parking ensures plenty of space for guests to enjoy the property. With incredible indoor and outdoor living spaces, unmatched versatility, and easy highway access for commuting, this remarkable property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds - peaceful country living just minutes from everything. Opportunities like this are incredibly rare - schedule your showing today to experience this unique property for yourself!
  1. Listed by Aleksandr Milshteyn • Brokerage DRE #081148BR0114 • Real Estate One Inc
    P: (734)-417-3560 C: (734)-417-3560 alex@alexmi.com
  2. Listed by Guillermo Fleuruqin • Brokerage DRE #081148BR0114 • Real Estate One Inc
    P: (734)-276-1701 C: (734)-276-1701 GF@AlexMI.com

Property Details for 1143 Ellis Road

Zoning
R-1
ZoningDescription
R-1
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
LISTING UPDATED: 04/01/2026 10:18 AM

Property Details for 1143 Ellis Road

StatusActive
MLS #26012772
Days on Market1
Taxes$8,052 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size4.47 AC / 194,713 SF
CountyWashtenaw County
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Building Information for 1143 Ellis Road

Stories2Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size4.47 AC / 194,713 SF

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Property Information for 1143 Ellis Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Ellis Road & Canyon Drive
  • Municipality: Ypsilanti Twp
  • Directions: W. Michigan Avenue or Textile Road to Ellis Road
  • Street #: 1143
  • Street Name: Ellis
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Ypsilanti
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 48197
  • County: Washtenaw
  • Latitude: 42.222489
  • Longitude: -83.644638
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 172420.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: K-11-18-400-002
  • Homestead: 100
  • SEV: 341600
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Rear
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Y/N: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Driveway: Paved
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 1
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Recreational
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 576.0
  • Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 5583.0
  • SqFt Above Grade: 5007.0
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 4.47
  • Lot Square Footage: 194713.0
  • Lot Size Area: 4.47
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Legal: YP#18-6C-1B BEG AT A PT ON C/L ELLIS RD DISTANT S 85 DEG 13' 30'' E ALONG S LINE OF SEC 1342.10FT AND ALONG C/L ELLIS RD, DUE N 500.64 FT AND N 3 DEG 03' 00'' E 1577.76 FT FROM SW COR SEC, TH N 3 DEG 03' 00'' E ALONG C/L ELLIS RD 300.30 FT, TH S 87 DEG 20' 46'' E 523.12', TH S 3 DEG 03' 00'' W. 418.56 FT, TH N 85 DEG 12' 12'' W 335.26 FT, TH N 3 DEG 03' 00'' E 104.42 FT, TH N 86 DEG 57' 00'' W 188
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • New Construction: No
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 03-31-2026 05:37:27 PM
  • Video Groups: 1
  • Accessibility Features YN: No
  • Income Property: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Utilities Attached: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features: 3 Season Room, Covered, Patio, Porch(es)
  • Stories: 2
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Street Type: Paved, Public
  • Exterior Material: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Roofing: Composition, Shingle
  • Substructure: Daylight, Full, Michigan Basement, Walk-Out Access
  • Windows: Bay/Bow, Insulated Windows, Replacement, Screens
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch(es), Covered
  • Landscape: Ground Cover, Shrubs/Hedges, Underground Sprinkler
  • Landscape : Ground Cover: Yes
  • Landscape : Shrubs/Hedges: Yes
  • Landscape : Underground Sprinkler: Yes
Interior Features
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant
  • Window Features: Screens, Replacement, Insulated Windows, Bay/Bow, Window Treatments
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Guest Quarters, Hot Tub Spa, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room, Sink
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Wood Stove
  • Room Total: 15
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Total Baths: 4.0
  • Full Baths: 3
  • Room Types: Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Office, Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Bathroom 2, Den, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 4, Family Room, Recreation, Laundry, Utility Room
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 4
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.5
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Mini-Split, Radiant
  • Kitchen Features: Eating Area, Pantry
  • Additional Items: Basement Partially Finished, Ceiling Fan(s), Ensuite, Gas/Wood Stove, Guest Quarters, Hot Tub Spa, Vaulted Ceilings, Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System Owned, Water Softener Owned
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Half Baths: 1.0
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Main Half Baths: 1
  • Main Level SQFT: 3177
  • Total Beds Above Grade: 5
  • Basement Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Basement Finished SQFT: 576.0
  • Basement Full Baths: 0.0
  • Basement Half Baths: 0.0
  • Total Basement SQFT: 1931.0
  • Main Level Primary: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper
Rental
Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional

Property History for 1143 Ellis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 31, 2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26012772

$949,000—
Jun 7, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335409098

$340,000—
Jun 7, 2012

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #23073669

$340,000—
Apr 23, 2012

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #23073669

—
Jul 5, 2011

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23073669

$370,000—
Dec 17, 2008

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

—
Dec 17, 2008

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

—
Mar 14, 2008

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

$340,000—
Jul 3, 2007

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

$460,000—
Nov 27, 2006

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #23066338

—
Nov 27, 2006

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23066338

$460,000—
Nov 17, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #239283509

$340,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/31/2026

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #26012772

$949,000
06/07/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335409098

$340,000
06/07/2012

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #23073669

$340,000
04/23/2012

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #23073669

—
07/05/2011

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23073669

$370,000
12/17/2008

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

—
12/17/2008

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

—
03/14/2008

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

$340,000
07/03/2007

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23104708

$460,000
11/27/2006

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #23066338

—
11/27/2006

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #23066338

$460,000
11/17/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #239283509

$340,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1143 Ellis Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,667 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,667 SqFtStories2Lot Size194,713 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyWASHTENAWAPNK -11-18-400-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1143 Ellis Road

This home is within Ypsilanti Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Perry Early Learning Center
Public - PK to 1
Washtenaw International Middle Academy (WIMA)
Public - 6 to 8
AC Tech High School
Public - 9 to 12
Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Perry Early Learning Center
PublicPK to 1

Washtenaw International Middle Academy (WIMA)
Public6 to 8

AC Tech High School
Public9 to 12

Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1143 Ellis Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

1143 Ellis Road is a single family home for sale in Ypsilanti, MI 48197. This property was listed for sale on March 31, 2026 by Real Estate One Inc, it's currently listed at $949,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on June 7, 2012. This listing's school district is Ypsilanti Community Schools. Nearby schools include Perry Early Learning Center, Washtenaw International Middle Academy (WIMA) and AC Tech High School. 1143 Ellis Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 5,583 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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