Experience refined living in this well-maintained classic home located in Detroit's historic Martin Park neighborhood, an area known for its timeless colonial-style homes and established community feel. This 3-bedroom home features hardwood floors, traditional plaster walls, neutral colors , and an abundance of natural light throughout. This home offers a solid, well-cared-for interior with original character intact. Situated near the Marygrove Conservancy property, future headquarters of the Kresge Foundation, with a $180 million commitment toward housing stabilization, business corridor improvements, and public space enhancements in the surrounding neighborhoods, including Martin Park. Additional highlights include close proximity to the University of Detroit Mercy, Livernois' Avenue of Fashion for shopping and dining, Palmer Park, a newly constructed neighborhood K-8 school (opening in 2027) and a community equestrian center (slated for opening in 2026). Don't miss this opportunity to own a classic home in a historically significant and evolving Detroit community.
For sale
$239,900
16831 Lawton St, Detroit, MI 48221
3beds
1,579sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$231,400 Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Hardwood floorsTraditional plaster wallsNeutral colors
- 122 days
- 98
- 7
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Dean 248-288-3500,
KW Metro 248-288-3500
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261030855
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 X 8
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 6 X 10
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 20
- Dimensions: 5 X 4
Bonus room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 X 8
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 X 8
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 25 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,579 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,579
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 x 117.07
Details
- Parcel number: 12006266
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Leased
- Subdivision: MARTIN PARK (PLATS)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $152/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $22,778
- Annual tax amount: $2,176
- Date on market: 5/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 123 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Va Loan
Estimated market value
$231,400
$220,000 - $243,000
$1,388/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,900-4%$152/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20261030855 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $249,900$158/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251011566 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,900+1566%$158/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251011566 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2019 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,000+5.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2017 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2017 | Listed for rent | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2011 | Listing removed | $15,000$9/sqft |
Source: RITZ REALTY #210083691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $15,000-88.5%$9/sqft |
Source: Ritz Realty #210083691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2007 | Sold | $130,000$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $41,000 +26.9% |
| 2024 | -- | $32,300 +27.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $25,300 +30.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $19,400 +16.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $16,700 |
| 2020 | $631 -42.9% | $16,700 +38% |
| 2019 | $1,105 | $12,100 +21% |
| 2018 | $1,105 | $10,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $10,000 -50% |
| 2016 | $2,798 | $20,000 +13.6% |
| 2015 | $2,798 -0.9% | $17,600 -37.7% |
| 2013 | $2,824 +0.9% | $28,243 -27.9% |
| 2010 | $2,798 | $39,199 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $47,804 -14% |
| 2008 | -- | $55,586 |
| 2007 | -- | $55,586 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $254 | $52,688 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $51,153 |
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Neighborhood: Martin Park
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