Matterport virtual walkthrough available online. Are you looking to build sweat equity on a home where many of the big-ticket items are completed? Without a doubt, this is the best deal in Ferndale, offering modern upgrades and fantastic character throughout. Welcomed by charming curb appeal with lush gardens and an enclosed front porch, step inside to a bright living room that flows into the open kitchen and dining area. The kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, leathered granite counters, stylish tile backsplash, built-ins, a center island with bar seating, and high-end stainless-steel appliances. A sunny flex room leads to the private primary bedroom, and access to the backyard. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath down the hallway, with one bedroom offering built-in laundry and custom California closet storage. Highlights include cork flooring, porcelain tile, and custom light fixtures. The lower level offers the opportunity to upgrade and build equity with an additional full bath, laundry, and extra storage just waiting for your design eye. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard with garden beds, a shed, a private courtyard patio, and a brand new (2024) roof. All this just steps from Geary Park, Ferndale schools, shopping, restaurants, and expressways. Welcome Home!
Sold for $243,000
$243,000
1526 Albany St, Ferndale, MI 48220
3beds
1,794sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$257,000 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$2,082 Estimated rent
Home value
$257,000
$244,000 - $270,000
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Large fenced backyardSunny flex roomGarden bedsLush gardensCustom light fixturesLeathered granite countersCustom california closet storage
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Listed by:
Jim Shaffer 248-834-3030,
Good Company
Bought with:
Unidentified Agent
Unidentified Office
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251053091
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 X 5
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 14 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 X 13
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19 X 11
Library
- Level: Entry
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 X 8
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,794 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,334
- Finished area below ground: 460
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 2533128045
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ferndale
- Subdivision: LEGGETT FARM
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Sold | $243,000-6.5%$135/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Pending sale | $259,900$145/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900-5.5%$145/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listing removed | $275,000$153/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000-5.1%$153/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Listing removed | $289,900$162/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,900-3.3%$162/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listing removed | $299,900$167/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900$167/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Pending sale | $299,900$167/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900-4.8%$167/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listing removed | $315,000$176/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $315,000+14.5%$176/sqft |
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| 12/8/2022 | Sold | $275,000+0%$153/sqft |
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| 11/30/2022 | Pending sale | $274,900$153/sqft |
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| 11/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $274,900+183.4%$153/sqft |
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| 12/15/2014 | Sold | $97,000-2.9%$54/sqft |
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| 10/17/2014 | Price change | $99,900-9.1%$56/sqft |
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| 9/24/2014 | Price change | $109,900-8.3%$61/sqft |
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| 8/31/2014 | Price change | $119,900-4%$67/sqft |
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| 8/22/2014 | Listed for sale | $124,900$70/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,963 +56.7% | $143,570 +27% |
| 2023 | $3,805 +4.8% | $113,070 +10.4% |
| 2022 | $3,630 +2.1% | $102,380 +9.8% |
| 2021 | $3,557 | $93,230 +8% |
| 2020 | -- | $86,320 +8.9% |
| 2019 | $3,497 +0.9% | $79,270 +19.8% |
| 2018 | $3,465 +1.2% | $66,160 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $3,423 | $65,090 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $3,423 | $61,110 +4.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $58,290 +11.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $52,280 +5.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $49,590 -4.6% |
| 2010 | $1,852 -0.3% | $51,990 -14% |
| 2009 | $1,858 +25% | $60,470 -39.9% |
| 2005 | $1,487 | $100,640 +55.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,830 +17.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,080 +90.7% |
| 2001 | $2,205 +50.7% | $28,880 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $1,463 | $27,990 |
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Neighborhood: 48220
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAFerndale Lower Elementary CampusGrades: K-3Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Ferndale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Ferndale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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- 1526 Albany St
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