A first offering of this custom Lake Shore estate featuring sweeping waterfront views of Lake Saint Clair. Priced attractively, this home presents a rare value-add opportunity—especially with neighboring sales exceeding $425 per square foot.
Lovingly built from the ground up with attention to detail and highly functional design, 561 Lake Shore Drive was developed and maintained by the same owners for over 50 years. Situated on more than three-quarters of an acre, it offers a large, private backyard—an uncommon feature for much of Lake Shore Drive. The layout is ideal and ready for your cosmetic updates.
The floor plan is incredibly attractive and checks every box. The expansive family room flows seamlessly into a large kitchen and pantry, all with beautiful views of both the water and the backyard. The first floor also features a spacious mudroom off the 3.5-car attached garage, a den/home office with fireplace and warm wood panel walls, and formal living and dining rooms with lake views. The impressive double-height foyer with a curved main staircase and abundant storage throughout the first floor add to the home's appeal.
Upstairs, the large master suite features water views, a fireplace, oversized his-and-hers walk-in closets, and en suite bath. Five additional bedrooms—all with private en suite bathrooms—bring the total to six bedrooms. A separate in-law suite includes a bedroom, full bath, sitting room, and plumbing for a kitchenette, located off the rear staircase. Several large hallway walk-in closets could be easily converted to a second-floor laundry.
No need for an addition or major layout reconfiguration—this home has the bones of a premier Lake Shore estate. With neighboring sales surpassing $2.8M, 561 Lake Shore Drive offers a rare chance to customize your dream home at a compelling value.
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Sold for $1,375,000
$1,375,000
561 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236
7beds
10,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.79 Acres Lot
$1,296,400 Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$5,708 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,296,400
$1.06M - $1.57M
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Listed by:
James B Saros 313-886-9030,
Jim Saros Real Estate Services
Bought with:
Alex M. Lucido, 6502119186
Lucido and Associates, Inc
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251005302
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 450
- Dimensions: 25 X 18
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 X 15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Entry
Other
- Level: Entry
Other
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 16 X 17
Family room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 684
- Dimensions: 38 X 18
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 22 X 13
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 X 15
Library
- Level: Entry
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 X 13
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 330
- Dimensions: 22 X 15
Mud room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 500
- Dimensions: 25 X 20
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 10,020 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,788
- Finished area below ground: 3,232
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3.5
- Parking features: Threeand Half Car Garage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3.5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
- Body of water: Lake St Clair
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
- Dimensions: 114 x 300.03
Details
- Parcel number: 74004080001000
- 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: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer At Street
- Water: Waterat Street
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: WEDGEWOOD ESTATES SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Grosse Pointe Shores
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $137/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $905,900
- Annual tax amount: $33,721
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 65 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Exist
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2025 | Sold | $1,375,000-11.3%$137/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20251005302 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Pending sale | $1,550,000$155/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251005302 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $1,550,000-8.6%$155/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000$169/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251005302 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $10,100 |
| 2024 | -- | $10,100 |
| 2023 | -- | $10,100 |
| 2022 | -- | $10,100 |
| 2021 | -- | $10,100 |
| 2020 | $476 | $10,100 +13.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $8,900 |
| 2018 | -- | $8,900 |
| 2017 | -- | $8,900 |
| 2016 | -- | $8,900 -24.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $11,800 +6% |
| 2013 | $1,008 | $11,130 -12% |
| 2011 | -- | $12,650 -7.9% |
| 2010 | $292 -0.3% | $13,730 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $293 +10% | $14,830 -16.5% |
| 2008 | $266 +2.3% | $17,750 -4.5% |
| 2007 | $260 +22.8% | $18,590 -2.9% |
| 2005 | $212 -32.8% | $19,150 +153.8% |
| 2001 | $316 +8% | $7,545 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $292 | $7,311 |
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Neighborhood: 48236
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