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Sold for $455,000
  • $455,000

    537 Bird Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009

    3beds
    1,920sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1949
    4,791 Square Feet Lot
    $512,900 Zestimate®
    $237/sqft
    $5,288 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $512,900

    $487,000 - $539,000

    $5,288/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome home to the one you’ve been waiting for! This completely updated home is just a stone’s throw from downtown Birmingham­ and walking distance to two of the best parks in the city! This home will check every box you’re looking for. Gleaming refinished hardwood floors, neutral paint throughout, updated windows… and that’s just the start! Every square inch has been combed over. An updated kitchen with extra cabinets, subway tile backsplash, SS appliances opens directly to a covered porch that is perfect for entertaining and enjoying the backyard. A timeless first floor full bathroom sits between two generously sized bedrooms. Upstairs you will find an incredible primary suite. The upper level has been dormered out providing a substantial bedroom, walk-in closet with custom cabinetry, and a gorgeous full bathroom! The finished lower level creates additional opportunity for living space. Surrounded by parks and only a 15 minute walk to downtown, this home truly embodies the “walkable city” that Birmingham is known for. Don’t miss this opportunity to call 537 your next home! BATVAI, all measurements approx

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Samuel M Kaplunov 248-933-0471,

    @properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham,

    Tate Gilpin 303-981-1830,

    @properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham

    Bought with:

    Tracy Slobin, 6501363888

    Mutual Realty, LLC

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20240012045MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
    Features
    • Basement: Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,920 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,200
    • Finished area below ground: 720

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: One Car Garage, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Awnings, Lighting
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Back Yard
    Lot
    • Size: 4,791 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 40 x 120
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1936455021
    • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Basement, Block
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1949
    • Major remodel year: 2013

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Sidewalks
    • Subdivision: LEINBACH-HUMPHREY'S IND VLG
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Birmingham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $237/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $169,850
    • Annual tax amount: $6,520
    • Date on market: 3/6/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 2 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
    • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/25/2026Listing removed$2,800$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/30/2026Listed for rent$2,800$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/29/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/21/2024Listed for rent$2,800$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/22/2024Sold$455,000+7.1%$237/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20240012045 Report a problem
    3/9/2024Pending sale$425,000$221/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20240012045 Report a problem
    3/6/2024Listed for sale$425,000+13.3%$221/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #20240012045 Report a problem
    4/9/2019Sold$375,000$195/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/9/2019Pending sale$375,000$195/sqft
    Source: Max Broock #219010873 Report a problem
    2/8/2019Listed for sale$375,000+150%$195/sqft
    Source: Max Broock #219010873 Report a problem
    9/4/2012Sold$150,000-6.2%$78/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/26/2012Listing removed$159,900$83/sqft
    Source: MAX BROOCK, REALTORS-BIRMINGHAM #212047551 Report a problem
    5/18/2012Pending sale$159,900$83/sqft
    Source: MAX BROOCK, REALTORS-BIRMINGHAM #212047551 Report a problem
    5/10/2012Listed for sale$159,900$83/sqft
    Source: Real Estate One #212047551 Report a problem
    12/1/2011Listing removed$159,900$83/sqft
    Source: MAX BROOCK, REALTORS-BIRMINGHAM #211095272 Report a problem
    7/23/2011Price change$159,900-3%$83/sqft
    Source: MAX BROOCK, REALTORS-BIRMINGHAM #211095272 Report a problem
    5/12/2011Listed for sale$164,900-5.8%$86/sqft
    Source: MAX BROOCK, REALTORS-BIRMINGHAM #211049393 Report a problem
    4/27/1999Sold$175,000+26.8%$91/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/4/1998Sold$138,000$72/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,881 +4.8%$207,900 +3.9%
    2024$6,566 +5.2%$200,100 +6.3%
    2023$6,241 -0.9%$188,310 +12.2%
    2022$6,297 -1.9%$167,870 +3%
    2021$6,417 $162,930 +5.5%
    2020-- $154,450 +11.6%
    2019$3,430 -11.9%$138,400 +0.8%
    2018$3,891 -0.2%$137,330 +1.6%
    2017$3,898 $135,160 +5.3%
    2016$3,898 $128,400 +9%
    2015-- $117,850 +19.6%
    2014-- $98,510 +44.8%
    2011-- $68,010 -10.9%
    2010$3,986 +7.6%$76,370 -14.9%
    2009$3,704 +13.7%$89,770 -55.6%
    2005$3,259 $202,410 +88.6%
    2003-- $107,330 +7.2%
    2002-- $100,090 +18.3%
    2001$3,722 +5.7%$84,600 +3.2%
    2000$3,522 $81,980
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    Neighborhood: 48009

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