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  • $284,900

    514 Allen St, Ferndale, MI 48220

    3beds
    1,757sqft
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    $2,346/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    4,791 Square Feet Lot
    $280,500 Zestimate®
    $162/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Location, location, location! Beautifully-updated bungalow within walking distance to all that downtown Ferndale has to offer, as well as nearby Garbutt Park, new shops/dining along Livernois Avenue, & more! Charm & character found throughout home with original hardwood flooring, custom built-ins, classic plaster archways, & thoughtful recent updates. Kitchen was completely remodeled within the last 5 years and features painted cabinetry with neutral quartz countertops, beadboard backsplashes, luxury vinyl tile flooring, and newer stainless steel appliances. Main floor bathroom was also updated with modern subway wall tile, a new vanity, and all new plumbing fixtures. Bonus - heated/cooled Four Seasons Room offers additional living/entertaining space with direct access to backyard! Upstairs, the second floor primary bedroom includes a skylight and walk-in-closet. Downstairs, a unique door/window leads to a vintage bar area and the basement also includes a full bath and additional space for storage/hobbies. A 1.5-car garage, fully fenced rear yard, and well-maintained landscaping complete this home. Additional updates include: Roof (approx. 4 years old); Water heater (approx. 5 years old); gutters (approx. 5 years old); AC (approx. 5 years old); Paint/tuck-pointing @ front porch (within the last year); Mostly updated plumbing (within last 5 years); Newer vinyl & carpet flooring throughout (within last 5 years).
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michael Mason 248-762-5180,

    The Agency Hall & Hunter 248-644-3500

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261079409MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 252
      • Dimensions: 21 X 12
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 144
      • Dimensions: 12 X 12
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 81
      • Dimensions: 9 X 9
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 42
      • Dimensions: 7 X 6
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 63
      • Dimensions: 7 X 9
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 80
      • Dimensions: 10 X 8
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 220
      • Dimensions: 22 X 10
      Game room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 13 X 11
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 70
      • Dimensions: 10 X 7
      Living room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 156
      • Dimensions: 13 X 12
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Basement: Partially Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,757 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,157
      • Finished area below ground: 600

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1.5
      • Parking features: Oneand Half Car Garage, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 1.5
      Features
      • Levels: One And One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 4,791 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 45 x 104
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2534326095
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stone, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Basement, Block, Sump Pump
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Above Ground Utilities, Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: GARDENDALE ASSRS 1
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ferndale

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $162/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $111,380
      • Annual tax amount: $5,701
      • Date on market: 10/1/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 5 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan

        Estimated market value

        $280,500

        $266,000 - $295,000

        $2,197/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/5/2026Pending sale$284,900$162/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261079409 Report a problem
        10/1/2026Listed for sale$284,900+49.9%$162/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261079409 Report a problem
        4/17/2023Listing removed--
        Source: MiRealSource #40124771 Report a problem
        5/4/2021Sold$190,000-2.6%$108/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/14/2021Pending sale$195,000$111/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #2200095029 Report a problem
        2/11/2021Price change$195,000-6.7%$111/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #2200095029 Report a problem
        1/29/2021Price change$209,000-2.8%$119/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #2200095029 Report a problem
        12/8/2020Price change$215,000-1.8%$122/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX First #2200095029 Report a problem
        11/19/2020Listed for sale$219,000$125/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX First #2200095029 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,634 +3.5%$118,000 +1%
        2024$5,443 +2.9%$116,880 +5.6%
        2023$5,291 +148.2%$110,640 +12.9%
        2022$2,132 -22.1%$98,000 +10.9%
        2021$2,736 $88,390 +8%
        2020-- $81,870 +12.4%
        2019$2,690 +1.8%$72,830 +16.8%
        2018$2,643 +1.3%$62,340 -0.3%
        2017$2,610 $62,540 +8.4%
        2016$2,610 $57,690 +5.9%
        2015-- $54,470 +17.8%
        2014-- $46,220 +25.2%
        2011-- $36,920 -17.7%
        2010$2,715 -0.3%$44,860 -13.6%
        2009$2,723 $51,950
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 48220

        Getting around

        73 / 100
        Very Walkable
        65 / 100
        Bikeable

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