Two paths to ownership purchase traditionally or take advantage of a lease-with-option-to-buy opportunity! This beautifully renovated and modernized Detroit home offers 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths with approximately 1,661 square feet of living space. The updated kitchen features dovetail cabinetry, granite countertops, modern finishes, and luxury vinyl plank flooring, complemented by fresh paint and new carpeting throughout.
Traditional sale offered at $198,000. Buyers needing an alternative path to ownership may also consider the lease-option program at a $215,000 option purchase price, with monthly rent of $1,750 and a minimum 10% non-refundable option payment of $21,500, plus first month's rent. Lease-option terms are available from 12–36 months, with the option to purchase exercisable at any time during the applicable term.
All lease-option applicants must complete and meet pre-qualification and approval requirements. Additional terms, conditions, and qualifications apply. Lease option is not available as a straight rental.
Some listing photos have been virtually staged to illustrate potential furniture placement and use of space. Furnishings and décor shown are not included. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. BATVAI.
For sale
$198,000
15875 Northlawn St, Detroit, MI 48238
5beds
1,661sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 48 days
- 178
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Graylon J Prophet 734-363-1833,
Own It Realty 313-395-0000
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261071559
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
Other
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,661 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,661
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One And One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Entry location: LowerLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: W16I032295S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY MANOR
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $119/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $40,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,302
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,577/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $51,000+46.1%$31/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Sold | $34,900-27.3%$21/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20240065781 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2020 | Sold | $48,000+72.8%$29/sqft |
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| 1/17/2020 | Sold | $27,775+53%$17/sqft |
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| 1/25/2019 | Sold | $18,158-81.8%$11/sqft |
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| 2/24/2009 | Sold | $100,000+669.2%$60/sqft |
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| 4/14/2008 | Sold | $13,000-79.4%$8/sqft |
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| 5/23/2006 | Sold | $63,012$38/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $36,400 +22.6% |
| 2024 | -- | $29,700 +29.1% |
| 2023 | -- | $23,000 +24.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $18,500 +8.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2020 | $1,098 +5.2% | $17,000 +34.9% |
| 2019 | $1,043 | $12,600 +16.7% |
| 2018 | $1,043 | $10,800 +18.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $9,100 -64.2% |
| 2016 | $2,045 | $25,400 +104.8% |
| 2015 | $2,045 +17.5% | $12,400 -28.8% |
| 2013 | $1,741 -14.9% | $17,407 -30.2% |
| 2010 | $2,045 | $24,941 -12% |
| 2009 | -- | $28,342 -14.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $33,148 |
| 2007 | -- | $33,148 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $274 | $31,420 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,505 +48.9% |
| 2001 | $1,706 +10.1% | $20,485 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $1,549 | $19,850 |
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