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    • $225,000

    261 Academy Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220

    2beds
    901sqft
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    $1,730/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1923
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $221,700 Zestimate®
    $250/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    WOW! This nicely updated and very well maintained Ferndale ranch is now available for immediate occupancy. Exterior features include a covered front porch, fenced in yard, large shed in the back yard, and so much more. The spacious interior features and updated kitchen with oversized cabinets, stainless steel appliances, new counter tops and more, and updated full bath, nicely finished hard wood flooring, new carpet and paint, a two year home warranty, and more. Conveniently located walking distance to downtown Ferndale, parks, schools, freeway access, and more, this home is a must see!
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    Listed by:

    Derek Werenka 248-398-9200,

    SimpliHom 248-398-9200

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261067873MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 132
      • Dimensions: 12 X 11
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 11 X 10
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 144
      • Dimensions: 12 X 12
      Living room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 14 X 12
      Sitting room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 84
      • Dimensions: 12 X 7
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • High Speed Internet, Programmable Thermostat
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 901 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 901

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Exterior features: Lighting
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 108.9
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2534204045
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Basement, Poured
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1923

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: THE LITTLE FARMS
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ferndale

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $250/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $42,310
      • Annual tax amount: $2,985
      • Date on market: 8/25/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
      • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

        Estimated market value

        $221,700

        $211,000 - $233,000

        $1,680/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/25/2026Listed for rent$1,800+2.9%$2/sqft
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        7/25/2026Listing removed$222,500$247/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261028111 Report a problem
        6/29/2026Pending sale$222,500$247/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261028111 Report a problem
        6/23/2026Price change$222,500-1.1%$247/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261028111 Report a problem
        5/7/2026Listing removed$1,750$2/sqft
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        4/24/2026Listed for sale$225,000+782.4%$250/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261028111 Report a problem
        4/20/2026Listed for rent$1,750+14.8%$2/sqft
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        4/12/2023Listing removed--
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        3/22/2023Listed for rent$1,525$2/sqft
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        2/22/2023Listing removed--
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        1/18/2023Listed for rent$1,525$2/sqft
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        1/6/2003Sold$25,500$28/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,009 +4%$101,600 +7.2%
        2024$2,892 +3.5%$94,750 +4.9%
        2023$2,794 +0.3%$90,330 +11.4%
        2022$2,785 +1.9%$81,090 +15.4%
        2021$2,733 $70,270 +7.7%
        2020-- $65,250 +12.9%
        2019$2,687 +1.8%$57,780 +19.1%
        2018$2,640 +1.3%$48,510 +3.6%
        2017$2,607 $46,830 +22.1%
        2016$2,607 $38,360 +16.2%
        2015-- $33,010 +15.3%
        2014-- $28,640 -15.5%
        2011-- $33,900 -20%
        2010$1,602 -0.5%$42,360 -13.5%
        2009$1,611 +21.9%$48,960 -34.5%
        2005$1,321 $74,700 +29.1%
        2003-- $57,870 +16.6%
        2002-- $49,610 +147.2%
        2001$1,454 +4%$20,070 +3.2%
        2000$1,398 $19,450
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 48220

        Getting around

        84 / 100
        Very Walkable
        72 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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