***All offers are due Monday, June 1, 2026 at 12:00PM.*** Storybook bungalow in Ferndale with a light-filled open floor plan, rich hardwood floors, and a fantastic backyard built for entertaining. Eye-catching curb appeal greets you from the tree-lined street, with a walkway leading to the front entry surrounded by tiered stone garden beds. Spacious living room features coved ceilings, a bay window, and a fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining room with built-in niche shelving. Nicely updated kitchen offers dark granite counters, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large pass-through opening to the dining area. Entry-level primary bedroom at the back of the home includes a large walk-in closet and direct access to the back patio. Updated entry-level full bath rounds out the main floor. Head upstairs to find two additional bedrooms. Finished basement provides great extra space to entertain with a second half bath, laundry, and ample storage. Big private backyard with an expansive patio featuring a pergola for shaded outdoor lounging, plus a stone walkway leading to a second patio area behind the detached two-car garage. Great location close to downtown Ferndale shops and restaurants. Welcome Home!
Sold for $421,000
$421,000
1281 W Saratoga Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220
3beds
1,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$422,400 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$2,080 Estimated rent
Home value
$422,400
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Listed by:
Jim Shaffer 248-834-3030,
Good Company
Bought with:
Randy Repicky, 6501251796
Real Estate One GPF
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261036958
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 17 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 X 7
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 X 5
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 X 8
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 10 X 7
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,202
- Finished area below ground: 638
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One And One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 2533203017
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LEGGETT FARM
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ferndale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $62,910
- Annual tax amount: $3,317
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Sold | $421,000+9.4%$229/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Pending sale | $385,000$209/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+187.3%$209/sqft |
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| 8/5/2009 | Sold | $134,000$73/sqft |
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| 5/29/2009 | Sold | $134,000+204.5%$73/sqft |
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| 1/27/2009 | Sold | $44,000-66.4%$24/sqft |
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| 8/29/2007 | Sold | $130,828$71/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,593 +13.9% | $127,100 +2.4% |
| 2024 | $3,154 +2.9% | $124,130 +7.7% |
| 2023 | $3,064 -0.6% | $115,210 +10.4% |
| 2022 | $3,083 +2.1% | $104,330 +9.7% |
| 2021 | $3,020 | $95,120 +6.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $89,400 +8.2% |
| 2019 | $2,969 +0.9% | $82,650 +14.4% |
| 2018 | $2,942 +1.3% | $72,260 +1.4% |
| 2017 | $2,905 | $71,270 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $2,905 | $67,140 +7% |
| 2015 | -- | $62,720 +11.8% |
| 2014 | -- | $56,120 -1.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $56,960 -3.8% |
| 2010 | $3,001 +37% | $59,210 -15.1% |
| 2009 | $2,190 +25.1% | $69,710 -41.1% |
| 2005 | $1,751 | $118,360 +55.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $75,940 +15.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,880 +91.7% |
| 2001 | $1,953 +13.4% | $34,360 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $1,723 | $33,300 |
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Neighborhood: 48220
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GreatSchools rating
- NAFerndale Lower Elementary CampusGrades: K-3Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Ferndale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Ferndale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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