Great investment opportunity in Detroit's Schoolcraft Southfield neighborhood. This single family home offers a functional layout and strong rental potential, making it a great addition to any investment portfolio.
Conveniently located near the Southfield Freeway, I 96, shopping, schools, and parks, the property provides easy access to Downtown Detroit and surrounding communities. The area continues to attract investors due to its affordable price point and steady rental demand.
Whether you're looking for your next rental property or a home to renovate and hold, 12875 Steel is an excellent opportunity with plenty of potential.
For sale
$120,000
12875 Steel St, Detroit, MI 48227
5beds
1,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$114,900 Zestimate®
$75/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 53 days |
- 124 |
- 6 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Gerisch 734-459-4700,
KW Professionals 734-459-4700
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261048341
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 X 6
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 X 6
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7 X 5
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 21
- Dimensions: 7 X 3
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 X 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans
Appliances
- Included: Free Standing Gas Range
Features
- Programmable Thermostat
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,590 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,590
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 x 115
Details
- Parcel number: W22I023057S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Platted Sub
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Community
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: JOHN M WELCHS MAYVIEW SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $75/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $12,475
- Annual tax amount: $1,545
- Date on market: 6/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 157 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
Estimated market value
$114,900
$108,000 - $121,000
$1,739/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $120,000+2.6%$75/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Listing removed | $117,000$74/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #20261012919 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Listing removed | $1,550$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,550$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $1,550$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $117,000-10%$74/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20261012919 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000-3.7%$82/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,550$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Listing removed | $135,000$85/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251057681 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $135,000-10%$85/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251057681 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Listing removed | $149,999$94/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251053148 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,999-6.3%$94/sqft |
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| 10/19/2025 | Listing removed | $160,000$101/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251038066 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $160,000$101/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Listing removed | $160,000$101/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $160,000+14.3%$101/sqft |
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| 1/18/2024 | Sold | $140,000+536.4%$88/sqft |
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| 7/31/2023 | Sold | $22,000-60%$14/sqft |
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| 6/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $55,000+816.7%$35/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2012 | Listing removed | $6,000$4/sqft |
Source: ERA Majestic, LLC #212015917 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2012 | Listed for sale | $6,000$4/sqft |
Source: ERA Majestic, LLC #212015917 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2009 | Listing removed | $6,000$4/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS RLTY DET MARKET CENTER #29078027 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2009 | Listed for sale | $6,000$4/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $12,100 +22.2% |
| 2024 | -- | $9,900 +8.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $9,100 +35.8% |
| 2022 | -- | $6,700 +13.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $5,900 |
| 2020 | $905 +26% | $5,900 +11.1% |
| 2019 | $718 | $5,310 -24.1% |
| 2018 | $718 | $7,000 -15.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $8,300 -13.5% |
| 2016 | $1,560 | $9,600 |
| 2015 | $1,560 +15.7% | $9,600 -28.8% |
| 2013 | $1,348 -13.6% | $13,481 -30.2% |
| 2010 | $1,560 | $19,315 -12% |
| 2009 | -- | $21,949 -13.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $25,375 |
| 2007 | -- | $25,375 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $87 | $24,052 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $23,351 |
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Neighborhood: Grand River
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Noble Elementary-Middle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Central Collegiate AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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