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  • $149,900

    229 Chalmers St, Detroit, MI 48215

    4beds
    113sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    5,662 Square Feet Lot
    $148,700 Zestimate®
    $1,327/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Investor Special! Great opportunity to add value to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow located on Detroit's east side. The property features over 1,100 square feet of living space, a full basement, and a spacious lot. Conveniently located near Jefferson Avenue, shopping, schools, and major transportation routes. Property is being sold as-is. Buyer to verify all information. Excellent potential for renovation, rental income, or resale. Buyer and Buyer's Agent to verify all information. Contact the listing agent for showing instructions—24-hour notice required.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    D C Bowers 248-557-1200,

    Bowers Realty & Investments, Inc 248-557-1200

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261047678MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 360
      • Dimensions: 18 X 20
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 140
      • Dimensions: 10 X 14
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 121
      • Dimensions: 11 X 11
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 10 X 11
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 42
      • Dimensions: 6 X 7
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 42
      • Dimensions: 6 X 7
      Dining room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 14 X 15
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 104
      • Dimensions: 8 X 13
      Living room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 198
      • Dimensions: 11 X 18
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 113 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 113

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage
      Features
      • Levels: One And One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 5,662 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 149.02
      Details
      • Parcel number: W21I056302S
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Basement, Poured
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: BURTON & FREUDS RIVERSIDE BLVD SUB
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Detroit

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,327/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $11,550
      • Annual tax amount: $2,429
      • Date on market: 6/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 11 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,FHA 203K,Quit Claims Deed
      • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

        Estimated market value

        $148,700

        $141,000 - $156,000

        $1,467/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/24/2026Listed for sale$149,900+3368.3%$1,327/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261047678 Report a problem
        7/25/2012Sold$4,322-49.2%$38/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/13/2010Listing removed$8,500$75/sqft
        Source: EDWARDS REO & REALTY LLC #210015395 Report a problem
        2/7/2010Listed for sale$8,500$75/sqft
        Source: EDWARDS REO & REALTY LLC #210015395 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $34,400 +31.3%
        2024-- $26,200 +32.3%
        2023-- $19,800 +25.3%
        2022-- $15,800 +10.5%
        2021-- $14,300
        2020$1,337 +52.8%$14,300 +31.2%
        2019$875 $10,900 +17.2%
        2018$875 $9,300 -2.1%
        2017-- $9,500 -26.4%
        2016$1,386 $12,900
        2015$1,386 -9%$12,900 -15.3%
        2013$1,524 +9.9%$15,235 -31.8%
        2010$1,386 $22,337 -18%
        2009-- $27,240 -14.5%
        2008-- $31,860
        2007-- $31,860 +5.5%
        2005$366 $30,199 -4%
        2004-- $31,467 +1%
        2001$2,028 +119.2%$31,150 +162.8%
        2000$925 $11,855

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Jefferson Chalmers

        Getting around

        28 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        33 / 100
        Some Transit
        35 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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