78 Carter Avenue

Closed 10/17/25
Closed 10/17/25
View of front facade featuring a porch, driveway, brick siding, a yard, and a garage
View of front facade featuring brick siding, a front yard, a detached garage, covered porch, and roof with shingles
View of front of home with brick siding, roof with shingles, and driveway
View of home's exterior with a garage, brick siding, a chimney, and a yard
View of front of home featuring driveway, brick siding, a front lawn, a porch, and an attached garage
Foyer entrance with stairway and baseboards
Entryway with light tile patterned floors, light carpet, and stairway
Unfurnished room featuring carpet
Unfurnished room featuring carpet flooring and stairway
Spare room with carpet, stairs, and a ceiling fan
Empty room featuring light colored carpet and ceiling fan
Empty room featuring light colored carpet, light tile patterned floors, and ceiling fan
Kitchen featuring brown cabinetry, black appliances, light countertops, light tile patterned flooring, and recessed lighting
Kitchen with black appliances, light countertops, brown cabinetry, light tile patterned floors, and recessed lighting
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Unfurnished room featuring lofted ceiling, light wood finished floors, and a skylight
Unfurnished living room featuring dark wood-type flooring, a stone fireplace, and a ceiling fan
Unfurnished living room featuring hardwood / wood-style floors, plenty of natural light, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and vaulted ceiling
Unfurnished living room featuring light wood-style flooring, ceiling fan, vaulted ceiling, a skylight, and french doors
Empty room with lofted ceiling, healthy amount of natural light, hardwood / wood-style floors, a skylight, and ceiling fan
Unfurnished bedroom featuring carpet flooring, ceiling fan, and ensuite bath
Unfurnished bedroom with carpet flooring and ceiling fan
Empty room featuring carpet and ceiling fan
Bathroom featuring vanity and wainscoting
Bathroom featuring dark wood-type flooring, vanity, and wainscoting
Full bathroom featuring vanity, a shower stall, and light tile patterned floors
Bathroom with vanity, tiled shower, and light tile patterned floors
Empty room featuring baseboards and carpet floors
Unfurnished bedroom featuring carpet and a closet
Full bathroom with vanity, a tile shower, and light tile patterned floors
Bathroom featuring vanity, tile patterned floors, and a tile shower
Unfurnished room featuring carpet flooring and baseboards
Carpeted spare room featuring baseboards
Unfurnished bedroom with a closet, carpet flooring, and wallpapered walls
Playroom with a paneled ceiling, pool table, and tile patterned floors
Game room featuring billiards table, a drop ceiling, wood walls, and light floors
Basement with a drop ceiling, tile patterned floors, and wooden walls
Kitchen featuring white gas range oven, light countertops, open shelves, concrete flooring, and brown cabinets
Unfinished basement with gas water heater and heating unit
Wooden deck featuring a shed, a fenced backyard, and a garage
Wooden terrace with a yard and view of scattered trees
View of green lawn featuring a wooden deck
Rear view of property featuring brick siding, a wooden deck, a yard, and a carport
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Aerial view
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Drone / aerial view
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Last Sold Price
$510,000
4 beds3,313 sqft$154/sqft
78 Carter Avenue, Troy, MI 48098

Description

Single-Owner Home in the Heart of Troy
Proudly offered for the first time, this well-maintained single-owner home is move-in ready and waiting for its next family. Located in the heart of Troy, it offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Step inside to find a spacious family room with hardwood floors and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace—perfect for cozy nights in or entertaining. The home has been freshly painted with brand-new carpet throughout, giving it a clean and...Single-Owner Home in the Heart of Troy
Proudly offered for the first time, this well-maintained single-owner home is move-in ready and waiting for its next family. Located in the heart of Troy, it offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Step inside to find a spacious family room with hardwood floors and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace—perfect for cozy nights in or entertaining. The home has been freshly painted with brand-new carpet throughout, giving it a clean and modern feel. Upstairs, enjoy the convenience of a second-floor laundry. Car enthusiasts or hobbyists will love the additional garage—a true mechanic’s dream, heated for year-round use. Sitting on a double lot, there’s plenty of outdoor space for play, gardening, or future possibilities. This rare Troy gem is ready for its next chapter—don’t miss the chance to make it yours!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/17/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Leslie Gelinas • Brokerage DRE #6503403753 • Coldwell Banker Professionals
    P: (248) 240-4488 C: (248) 240-4488 ListWithLeslie17@gmail.com

Property Details for 78 Carter Avenue

Status
Closed
MLS #
20251035551
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$4,076 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1968
Lot Size
0.56 AC / 24,393 SF
County
Oakland County
Subdivision Name
MC CORMICK & LAWRENCE LITTLE FARMS
Architectural Style
Colonial
Waterfront
No
Senior Community
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$590,000

Avg days on market

12

Sale-to-list ratio

100.1%

Troy, MI

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1/53
1

$510,000

Sold 10/17/25

4
Bedrooms
3,313
Square Feet
0.56
Acres

78 Carter Drive, Troy, MI 48098

$470,000 | 407 Randall Drive, Troy, MI 48085
1/25
2

$470,000

Sold 12/27/24

4
Bedrooms
3,392
Square Feet
0.26
Acres

407 Randall Drive, Troy, MI 48085

$590,000 | 5086 Falmouth Drive, Troy, MI 48085
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3

$590,000

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4
Bedrooms
3,413
Square Feet
0.32
Acres

5086 Falmouth Drive, Troy, MI 48085

$601,000 | 4728 Walden Drive, Troy, MI 48098
1/32
4

$601,000

Sold 12/22/25

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Bedrooms
3,805
Square Feet
0.29
Acres

4728 Walden Drive, Troy, MI 48098

$570,000 | 4813 Pickford Drive, Troy, MI 48085
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Square Feet
0.36
Acres

4813 Pickford Drive, Troy, MI 48085

$575,000 | 5027 Shady Creek Drive, Troy, MI 48085
1/43
6

$575,000

Sold 07/24/25

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Bedrooms
3,881
Square Feet
0.38
Acres

5027 Shady Creek Drive, Troy, MI 48085

$606,000 | 1580 Rockfield Drive, Troy, MI 48085
1/52
7

$606,000

Sold 07/17/26

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Bedrooms
3,596
Square Feet
0.57
Acres

1580 Rockfield Drive, Troy, MI 48085

$640,000 | 3422 Kilmer Avenue, Troy, MI 48083
1/33
8

$640,000

Sold 05/28/26

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Bedrooms
3,540
Square Feet
0.21
Acres

3422 Kilmer Avenue, Troy, MI 48083

$640,000 | 3422 Kilmer Drive, Troy, MI 48083
1/33
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$640,000

Sold 05/28/26

4
Bedrooms
3,540
Square Feet
0.21
Acres

3422 Kilmer Drive, Troy, MI 48083

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Building Information for 78 Carter Avenue

Stories-Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,393 SF

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Property Information for 78 Carter Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Livernois to Carter
  • Latitude: 42.580111
  • Longitude: -83.149969
  • Cross Street: Carter and livernois
  • MLS Area Major: Area02203Troy
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 2016476035
  • Tax Amount Summer: $3,290.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: $786.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,076.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $111,350.00
  • Tax Legal Description: T2N, R11E, SEC 16 MC CORMICK & LAWRENCE LITTLE FARMS SUB W 126 FT OF LOT 44
  • Association: No
School Information
  • High School District: Troy
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Two Car Garage, Attached, Direct Access
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.56
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 126X193.3
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Feet: 126
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 189500.0
  • Living Area: 3313.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2313.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1000.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 1373.0
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1968
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Entry Location: Ground Levelw Steps
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
  • Levels: Two
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Other
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.2
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 4
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 19 X 13
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 4
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 4.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 13
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 15
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9 X 6
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 4 X 5
  • Room Length: 4.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Lav
Room 8
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bath Lav
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease: No

Property History for 78 Carter Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 17, 2025

Sold

Realcomp #20251035551

$510,000—
Oct 6, 2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #20251035551

—
Sep 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

Realcomp #20251035551

$499,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/17/2025

Sold

Realcomp #20251035551

$510,000
10/06/2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #20251035551

—
09/12/2025

Listed (Active)

Realcomp #20251035551

$499,000

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Schools near 78 Carter Avenue

This home is within Troy School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Leonard Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Smith Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Troy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Troy College and Career High School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Leonard Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Smith Middle School
Public6 to 8

Troy High School
Public9 to 12

Troy College and Career High School
Public6 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 78 Carter Avenue, Troy, MI 48098
$510,000
4
3,313
24,393
78 Carter Drive, Troy, MI 48098
$510,000
4
3,313
24,393
94 Carter Drive, Troy, MI 48098
$280,000
4
1,796
24,393
94 Carter Avenue, Troy, MI 48098
$280,000
4
1,796
24,393
46 Carter Drive, Troy, MI 48098
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3
1,435
16,553
69 Carter Drive, Troy, MI 48098
$220,000
3
1,664
20,473

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