Opportunity Knocks on Somerset! This solid 3-bedroom colonial is ready for the right buyer to make it shine. With large, generously sized rooms and a newer furnace already in place, the heavy lifting has been started — now it's your turn to bring the vision. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity or an investor with an eye for potential, this home checks the boxes. One full bath, classic colonial layout, and plenty of space to customize to your taste.
Best of all, this property may qualify for multiple down payment assistance programs — making it even easier to get into a home with little to nothing out of pocket. Priced to reflect the opportunity — come see what your future could look like at 3985 Somerset!
Sold for $85,000
$85,000
3985 Somerset Ave, Detroit, MI 48224
3beds
1,263sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$67/sqft
$1,305 Estimated rent
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Classic colonial layoutLarge generously sized rooms
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Listed by:
Marnette Watkins Cobb 586-307-6717,
Cobb Realty Group
Bought with:
Maria Jucha, 6502432362
Anchor Real Estate of MI LLC
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261014209
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 7 X 11
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19 X 11
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 X 8
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,263 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,263
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: One Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: W21I067581S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: RABAUTS L C SOMERSET DRIVE
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203K
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Sold | $85,000-5.6%$67/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Pending sale | $90,000$71/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $90,000-10%$71/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $99,999-9.1%$79/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Price change | $110,000-4.3%$87/sqft |
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| 3/21/2026 | Price change | $115,000-4.2%$91/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $120,000+1100%$95/sqft |
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| 4/6/2018 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
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| 3/28/2018 | Listed for rent | $750$1/sqft |
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| 5/23/2011 | Sold | $10,000-16.7%$8/sqft |
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| 4/24/2010 | Listing removed | $12,000+20%$10/sqft |
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| 7/8/2009 | Sold | $10,000-16.7%$8/sqft |
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| 6/21/2009 | Listed for sale | $12,000-90.2%$10/sqft |
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| 11/21/2008 | Sold | $122,344$97/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $35,300 +26.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $27,900 +15.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $24,100 +23.6% |
| 2022 | -- | $19,500 +11.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $17,500 |
| 2020 | $1,722 +83.9% | $17,500 +19.9% |
| 2019 | $937 | $14,600 +43.1% |
| 2018 | $937 | $10,200 -16.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $12,200 -22.8% |
| 2016 | $2,327 | $15,800 |
| 2015 | $2,327 +9.2% | $15,800 -25.8% |
| 2013 | $2,130 -8.4% | $21,302 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $2,327 | $31,233 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,089 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $43,781 |
| 2007 | -- | $43,781 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $490 | $41,499 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $40,290 +10.1% |
| 2001 | $2,382 +105.4% | $36,600 +88.8% |
| 2000 | $1,160 | $19,382 |
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Neighborhood: Morningside
Nearby schools
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- 4/10Carstens Elementary-Middle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10East English Village Preparatory AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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