Charming Bungalow Near Marygrove College! Nestled on a quiet street in desirable Palmer Blvd Heights, this spacious home blends classic charm and needs a little updating and repair (priced accordingly). Qualifies for most mortgage and down payment programs but FHA (would have to be 203k). Features include a formal dining room, cozy fireplace, and an eat-in kitchen perfect for family gatherings. The upper-level suite offers versatile living space deal with an extra room that could be used as a family room or a 4th bedroom. Enjoy additional living and entertaining space in the partially finished basement and relaxing back three season room. Recent upgrades include a newer roof and A/C. Detached 2-car garage and a home warranty included for peace of mind. A must-see for the tray ceilings and medallion. Some kitchen cabinets have been replaced, along with some plumbing updates.
Sold for $120,000
$120,000
16851 Ilene St, Detroit, MI 48221
3beds
1,694sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$120,100 Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$1,829 Estimated rent
Home value
$120,100
$112,000 - $129,000
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Listed by:
Renae Johnson 313-451-4701,
Mature Real Estate Services
Bought with:
Gloria Shand Martin, 6501296081
Bowers Realty & Investments, Inc
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251036821
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 494
- Dimensions: 26 X 19
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 10 X 7
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 20
- Dimensions: 4 X 5
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 X 8
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 91
- Dimensions: 13 X 7
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 X 12
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 X 7
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,694 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,394
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached, Driveway, Electricityin Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One And One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 117
Details
- Parcel number: W16I040666S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Waterat Street
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: PALMER BLVD HEIGHTS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $71/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $17,881
- Annual tax amount: $2,285
- Date on market: 9/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 105 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203K,Warranty Deed
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Sold | $120,000-7.7%$71/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Pending sale | $130,000$77/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000$77/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Pending sale | $130,000$77/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000$77/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Pending sale | $130,000$77/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000+2115.4%$77/sqft |
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| 1/13/2012 | Sold | $5,868-92.9%$3/sqft |
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| 5/31/2007 | Sold | $82,450-36.5%$49/sqft |
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| 4/5/2002 | Sold | $129,900+39.8%$77/sqft |
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| 8/20/1998 | Sold | $92,900$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $47,000 +24.7% |
| 2024 | -- | $37,700 +15.6% |
| 2023 | -- | $32,600 +25.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $26,000 +16.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $22,400 |
| 2020 | $1,873 +53.1% | $22,400 +23.8% |
| 2019 | $1,223 | $18,100 +15.3% |
| 2018 | $1,223 | $15,700 +11.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $14,100 -65% |
| 2016 | $1,794 | $40,300 +144.2% |
| 2015 | $1,794 -13.1% | $16,500 -20.1% |
| 2013 | $2,066 +15.1% | $20,660 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $1,794 | $30,289 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $36,938 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $42,457 |
| 2007 | -- | $42,457 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $467 | $40,244 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $39,072 +50.3% |
| 2001 | $1,692 +14.7% | $25,999 +5.4% |
| 2000 | $1,476 | $24,659 |
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Neighborhood: Fitzgerald
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