Welcome to 788 Rivard, a beautifully maintained home in the heart of the City of Grosse Pointe, zoned for Richard Elementary and Brownell Middle School. This inviting home blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates, including a renovated kitchen with appliances replaced within the past four years and beautifully refinished hardwood floors completed in 2026. Additional improvements include a new electrical service panel, updated electrical and plumbing throughout, an updated first-floor bathroom, and a high-efficiency furnace and central air-conditioning system installed in 2019. The new gas-log fireplace, finished with a natural stone surround, creates a warm and welcoming focal point. Outside, a spacious two-level deck overlooks the exceptionally large backyard--an ideal setting for entertaining, gardening, recreation, or relaxing outdoors. With its charming details, valuable updates, generous outdoor space, and desirable location, this home is ready for its next owner to enjoy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
10,018 sq ftLot Size
$201Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Catherine Harber• @properties Christie's Int'l RE Grosse Pointe
Welcome to 788 Rivard, a beautifully maintained home in the heart of the City of Grosse Pointe, zoned for Richard Elementary and Brownell Middle School. This inviting home blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates, including a renovated kitchen with appliances replaced within the past four years and beautifully refinished hardwood floors completed in 2026. Additional improvements include a new electrical service panel, updated electrical and plumbing throughout, an updated first-floor bathroom, and a high-efficiency furnace and central air-conditioning system installed in 2019. The new gas-log fireplace, finished with a natural stone surround, creates a warm and welcoming focal point. Outside, a spacious two-level deck overlooks the exceptionally large backyard—an ideal setting for entertaining, gardening, recreation, or relaxing outdoors. With its charming details, valuable updates, generous outdoor space, and desirable location, this home is ready for its next owner to enjoy.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #61026637
Sep 2, 2026
Listed
$489,000
$201/sq ft
REALCOMP #20261061717
Aug 22, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$498,000
$204/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Listed
$498,011
$204/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #61018314
Aug 22, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$498,000
$204/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Listed
$498,011
$204/sq ft
Aug 5, 2026
Coming Soon
*
Public Records
Dec 8, 2017
Sold
$290,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,309 (+7.3%)
2024
$8,675 (+4.5%)
2023
$8,305 (+3.5%)
2022
$8,023 (+5.5%)
2021
$7,607 (−4.8%)
2020
$7,987 (+5.0%)
2019
$7,607 (+7.3%)
2018
$7,093 (+18.8%)
2017
$5,969 (+22.8%)
2016
$4,860 (+2.1%)
2015
$4,759 (+7.8%)
2014
$4,415
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,707
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,707
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
37 001 02 0704 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Grosse Pointe, MI • 48230 1255
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
28
17
34
21
50
33
59
42
66
50
80
63
82
69
78
64
75
60
65
49
50
39
37
26
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 788 Rivard Blvd
$489,715
$715 over list price of $489K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $395K to $615K.