Positioned in New Center Commons, this 3-bedroom, 2 + 1/2 bath home with garage parking brings together timeless character and everyday functionality in one of Detroit’s most connected locations. Inside, original details set the tone—rich wood floors, natural wood trim, pocket doors, and built-in linen cabinets that add extra charm. The living room centers around a natural wood-burning fireplace, flanked by built-in cabinets, with window seats that invite you to settle in while keeping everything neatly tucked away in clever storage below. Just beyond, the dining room features a built-in wet bar, creating an easy flow for hosting or unwinding at the end of the day. Upstairs, the primary suite offers something rare—a private roof deck that opens up your living space and gives you a quiet outdoor escape. The large attic provides a clear path for future expansion, whether you're thinking additional living space, a studio, or a home office. Outside, a backyard patio extends your space even further, with room to relax or entertain. A two-car garage plus an additional off-street parking space adds convenience that’s hard to find at this price point. Location matters—and this one keeps you close to it all. You’re just off Woodward Ave and Grand Blvd, with quick access to the Lodge Freeway, Pallister Park and playground, at the end of the block, the Peter Cummings dog park a block away, and minutes from many services, shops, and innovative restaurants. Sitting just north of Midtown and close to Henry Ford Hospital and its ongoing expansion, this is a smart move for anyone looking to stay connected to where the city is growing. If you’ve been waiting for a home with character, space to grow, and a location that supports your lifestyle—this is it. NEZ-Homestead tax abatement eligible.
Sold for $445,000
$445,000
685 W Bethune St, Detroit, MI 48202
3beds
1,913sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$445,200 Zestimate®
$233/sqft
$2,451 Estimated rent
Home value
$445,200
$414,000 - $476,000
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Listed by:
Jan Dijkers 313-658-6400,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse
Bought with:
Lucy Peters, 6501432856
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Detroit
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261022870
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 44
- Dimensions: 4 X 11
Bonus room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 X 17
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 9 X 14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 15 X 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,913 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,913
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Alley Access, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fencing Allowed
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Dimensions: 35 x 114
Details
- Parcel number: W04I001605S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: LOTHROP & DUFFIELDS
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $75 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $445,000-4.3%$233/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $465,000$243/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $465,000+102.2%$243/sqft |
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| 5/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/31/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,815$1/sqft |
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| 2/26/2018 | Sold | $230,000$120/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $104,500 +55.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $67,200 +20.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $55,600 +32.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $42,000 +13.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2020 | $1,408 -4.5% | $37,000 +43.4% |
| 2019 | $1,474 | $25,800 +23.4% |
| 2018 | $1,474 | $20,900 +18.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $17,700 -59.6% |
| 2016 | $2,190 | $43,800 +34.4% |
| 2015 | $2,190 -36.3% | $32,600 -15.4% |
| 2013 | $3,436 +56.9% | $38,513 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $2,190 | $56,465 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $68,860 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $79,149 -3.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $82,020 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $344 | $77,744 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $75,480 |
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Neighborhood: New Center Commons
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Thirkell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Northwestern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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- Michigan
- Wayne County
- Detroit
- 48202
- New Center Commons
- 685 W Bethune St
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