For sale

$365,000

640 S Alexander Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067

3beds

1,500sqft

$2,722/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1926

5,227 Square Feet Lot

$355,400 Zestimate^®

$243/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcome to this Royal Oak colonial, perfectly situated just moments from downtown on a beautifully tree-lined street with a picture-perfect front porch! Inside, hardwood floors flow through the living room, dining room, and all bedrooms, adding warmth and character. The spacious kitchen features a spacious nook ideal for morning coffee or casual meals and featuring a wonderful large window looking over the backyard. A step-down family room expands your living space and leads directly to an amazing paver patio—your future favorite spot for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Michigan’s seasons. This home offers incredible potential. Embrace the existing charm with renovations and you will create a truly standout property in one of Royal Oak’s most desirable locations. Is this the home you’ve been waiting for—one with character, location, and endless possibilities?

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Level: Entry
Area: 132
Dimensions: 11 X 12

Bedroom

Level: Entry
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 X 11

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 88
Dimensions: 11 X 8

Other

Level: Second
Area: 40
Dimensions: 5 X 8

Other

Level: Entry
Area: 15
Dimensions: 3 X 5

Other

Level: Entry
Area: 60
Dimensions: 6 X 10

Dining room

Level: Entry
Area: 130
Dimensions: 13 X 10

Family room

Level: Entry
Area: 108
Dimensions: 9 X 12

Kitchen

Level: Entry
Area: 143
Dimensions: 13 X 11

Living room

Level: Entry
Area: 228
Dimensions: 19 X 12

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fans

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Washer

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,500

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Dimensions: 40 x 132

Details

Parcel number: 2522182026
Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Foundation: Basement, Block

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1926

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Above Ground Utilities

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: REPLAT OF ALEX KNOWLES

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Royal Oak

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $243/sqft
Tax assessed value: $82,530
Annual tax amount: $3,164
Date on market: 10/1/2026
Cumulative days on market: 25 days
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Estimated market value

$355,400

$338,000 - $373,000

$2,581/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/1/2026	Listed for sale	$365,000+286.5%$243/sqft
Source: Realcomp II #20261078626 Report a problem
8/4/1995	Sold	$94,440$63/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$148,190 +7.9%
2024	--	$137,380 +5.4%
2023	--	$130,330 +4.3%
2022	--	$124,970 +6.3%
2021	--	$117,570 +7.5%
2020	--	$109,320 +3.9%
2019	--	$105,230 +8.4%
2018	--	$97,120
2017	--	$97,120 +12.1%
2015	--	$86,630 +18.2%
2014	--	$73,290 +6.9%
2011	--	$68,580 -2.1%
2010	$2,103 +0.8%	$70,080 -15.6%
2009	$2,085 +34.1%	$83,050 -39.6%
2005	$1,556	$137,580 +60.8%
2003	--	$85,560 +13.9%
2002	--	$75,130 +61.1%
2001	$1,652 +2.4%	$46,640 +3.2%
2000	$1,613	$45,200