Welcome to 16886 Ilene St, a charming Detroit bungalow offering 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with approximately 1,144 square feet of living space. Built in 1940, this brick home showcases the classic character and comfortable layout that make Detroit bungalows so appealing.
The home features a welcoming front porch, a fireplace, and a basement providing additional space and storage. Situated on an approximately 4,792-square-foot lot, the property offers plenty of opportunity for a homeowner or investor looking to make the space their own.
Conveniently located in Detroit's Fitzgerald neighborhood, this property presents an excellent opportunity to create a comfortable home while adding your own personal touches. Don't miss the chance to bring your vision to this classic Detroit bungalow!
For sale
$159,900
16886 Ilene St, Detroit, MI 48221
3beds
1,144sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$153,900 Zestimate®
$140/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 42 days
- 71
- 6
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin P Neil 248-648-0484,
JNA Real Estate 248-648-0484
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261067599
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 5 X 7
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,144 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,144
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One And One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 108
Details
- Parcel number: W16I040299S
- 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
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: PALMER BLVD HEIGHTS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $140/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $18,794
- Annual tax amount: $3,530
- Date on market: 8/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
Estimated market value
$153,900
$146,000 - $162,000
$1,376/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900+79.9%$140/sqft |
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| 4/21/2021 | Sold | $88,900+169.4%$78/sqft |
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| 10/23/2020 | Sold | $33,000-15.4%$29/sqft |
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| 5/29/2020 | Listing removed | $39,000$34/sqft |
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| 5/28/2020 | Listed for sale | $39,000$34/sqft |
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| 5/28/2020 | Pending sale | $39,000$34/sqft |
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| 5/4/2020 | Price change | $39,000-2.5%$34/sqft |
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| 3/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $40,000+281%$35/sqft |
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| 6/13/2016 | Listing removed | $10,500$9/sqft |
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| 6/10/2016 | Price change | $10,500-3.7%$9/sqft |
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| 5/23/2016 | Price change | $10,900-8.4%$10/sqft |
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| 3/11/2016 | Price change | $11,900-4.8%$10/sqft |
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| 2/19/2016 | Price change | $12,500-7.4%$11/sqft |
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| 2/16/2016 | Price change | $13,500-5.3%$12/sqft |
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| 1/20/2016 | Price change | $14,250-5%$12/sqft |
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| 12/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $15,000-58.2%$13/sqft |
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| 4/1/2015 | Sold | $35,912$31/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $24,300 +24% |
| 2024 | -- | $19,600 +21.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $16,100 +23.8% |
| 2022 | -- | $13,000 +16.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $11,200 |
| 2020 | $1,382 +53.2% | $11,200 +27.3% |
| 2019 | $902 | $8,800 +6% |
| 2018 | $902 | $8,300 +10.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $7,500 -63.8% |
| 2016 | $2,183 | $20,700 |
| 2015 | $2,183 -15.5% | $20,700 -19.8% |
| 2013 | $2,582 +18.3% | $25,824 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $2,183 | $37,862 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $46,173 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $53,072 |
| 2007 | -- | $53,072 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $437 | $50,305 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $48,840 +49.8% |
| 2001 | $2,716 +85.3% | $32,611 +73.6% |
| 2000 | $1,466 | $18,784 |
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Neighborhood: Fitzgerald
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