Welcome to the iconic Frank Navin House, a rare historic estate located in Detroit’s renowned Boston-Edison Historic District. Built in 1906 and once home to Frank Navin, former owner of the Detroit Tigers, this extraordinary residence blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern updates. Original details include stunning woodwork, hewn beams, intricate moldings, grand fireplaces, expansive entertaining spaces, and a unique basement vault tied to the history of Navin Field.
Recent improvements include a new boiler (2020), updated radiator valves, replacement basement boiler piping, asbestos removal from boiler lines, and a completely redone sewer line in 2026. Both second-floor full baths have been tastefully renovated, and second-floor laundry adds modern convenience. The attic is prepped and ready for conversion into an additional bedroom, primary suite, or flexible living space, with a new sub-panel and plumbing access already in place.
Additional highlights include storm windows, a detached two-car garage with chauffeur’s suite above, and a rare side parcel featuring a fenced yard and private bocce court. Featured in Woodward Throwbacks: Home Interiors, this one-of-a-kind legacy property is just minutes from downtown Detroit and New Center.
For sale
$650,000
36 Longfellow St, Detroit, MI 48202
5beds
3,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
0.33 Acres Lot
$617,300 Zestimate®
$176/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 45 days |
- 3,890 |
- 281 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Adam W Soroka 586-563-7792,
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Detroit 313-230-0510
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261033580
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 X 12
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 X 8
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 X 8
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 32
- Dimensions: 8 X 4
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 12 X 6
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 X 13
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Library
- Level: Entry
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 X 14
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 375
- Dimensions: 25 X 15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant, Steam
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other Locations
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 144.00
Details
- Parcel number: W27I180007S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $176/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $78,141
- Annual tax amount: $4,132
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Estimated market value
$617,300
$586,000 - $648,000
$4,279/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+100%$176/sqft |
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| 9/5/2017 | Sold | $325,000-3%$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2017 | Pending sale | $335,000$91/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Partners #217022992 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2017 | Price change | $335,000-15.2%$91/sqft |
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| 5/21/2017 | Listed for sale | $395,000$107/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Partners #217022992 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2017 | Pending sale | $395,000$107/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Partners #217022992 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $395,000$107/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Partners #217022992 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2017 | Pending sale | $395,000$107/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Partners #217022992 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $395,000$107/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Partners, Inc #217022992 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $7,600 |
| 2024 | -- | $7,600 +1.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $7,500 |
| 2022 | -- | $7,500 |
| 2021 | -- | $7,500 |
| 2020 | $767 +51.8% | $7,500 |
| 2019 | $505 | $7,500 -89.3% |
| 2018 | $505 | $70,300 +15.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $60,800 -19.4% |
| 2016 | $2,776 | $75,400 +56.1% |
| 2015 | $2,776 -38.4% | $48,300 -15.5% |
| 2013 | $4,504 +62.3% | $57,126 -28% |
| 2010 | $2,776 | $79,289 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $96,694 -14.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $113,092 -3.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $117,194 |
| 2005 | $451 | $117,194 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $113,781 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Boston Edison
Nearby schools
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- 4/10Thirkell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Northwestern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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- Wayne County
- Detroit
- 48202
- Boston Edison
- 36 Longfellow St
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