21071 Thorofare Road

2,950 Sq. Ft.
$212 / Sq. Ft.
2,950
Sq. Ft.
$212
per Sq. Ft.

Description

1939 charmer on the canal. A storybook-type place where time slows and the outdoors beckon you to play! Perfectly perched above the canal on the island of Grosse Ile, this 1939 home is more than a residence - it's a retreat where history, charm, and the water's edge come together. Tucked along a quaint dirt road, the home feels like it's in a world of its own. The private boathouse and decking connect you directly to the water - just imagine your coffee canal-side before your morning kayak, or spending...1939 charmer on the canal. A storybook-type place where time slows and the outdoors beckon you to play! Perfectly perched above the canal on the island of Grosse Ile, this 1939 home is more than a residence - it's a retreat where history, charm, and the water's edge come together. Tucked along a quaint dirt road, the home feels like it's in a world of its own. The private boathouse and decking connect you directly to the water - just imagine your coffee canal-side before your morning kayak, or spending summer weekends boating with family and friends. Evenings bring peaceful sunsets reflecting across the water. This brick beauty is ready for the next chapter in its story. Schedule your private showing TODAY!
  1. Listed by April Karn โ€ข River Oaks Realty
    P: (734)-775-9033 C: (734)-775-9033 aprilkarn@riveroaksrealty.com

Property Details for 21071 Thorofare Road

Architectural Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
Island Heights Sub
Waterfront Features
Canal Front, Waterfront
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2026 10:10 AM

Property Details for 21071 Thorofare Road

StatusPending
MLS #60932326
Days on Market69
Taxes$8,046 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1939
Lot Size0.89 AC / 38,768 SF
CountyWayne County

Location

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Building Information for 21071 Thorofare Road

Stories2Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size0.89 AC / 38,768 SF

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$3,785 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,114

Property Taxes

$671

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 21071 Thorofare Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Between Highland and Whit
  • Directions: Meridian to Whitall North on Thorofare
  • Latitude: 42.155002
  • Longitude: -83.152317
  • MLS Area Major: Grosse Ile Twp (82185)
  • Township: Wayne Grosse Ile Twp
  • Water Body Name: Canal
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 73015010026000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,046.00
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 95.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.89
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2500.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 450.0
  • Building Area Total: 3407.0
  • Custom 2: Yes
  • Living Area: 2950.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Raw Mls Bathrooms Total: 2.5
  • Raw Mls Documents Count: 1
  • Raw Mls Lot Size: 95X407.61
  • Raw Mls Modification Timestamp: 11-06-2025 07:56:09 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Change Timestamp: 09-29-2025 05:40:27 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Count: 23
  • Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Raw Mls Stories Total: 2.0
  • Year Built: 1939
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 10x13
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 13x17
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13x20
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12x17
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1

Property History for 21071 Thorofare Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 6, 2025

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #60932326

โ€”
Sep 29, 2025

Price Change

MiRealSource #60932326

$625,000โ€”
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #60932326

$780,000โ€”
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/06/2025

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #60932326

โ€”
09/29/2025

Price Change

MiRealSource #60932326

$625,000
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #60932326

$780,000

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

Public Records for 21071 Thorofare Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$8,253 ($688 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,086 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,086 SqFtStories2Lot Size38,768 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939ZoningR-1-BCountyWAYNEAPN73 015 01 0026 000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 21071 Thorofare Road

This home is within Grosse Ile Township Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Meridian Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Grosse Ile Middle School
Public6 to 8

Grosse Ile High School
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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