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    • $1,585,000

    688 Balfour St, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230

    5beds
    6,883sqft
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    $11,463/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1941
    0.65 Acres Lot
    $1,514,000 Zestimate®
    $230/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    The perfect combination of timeless pre-war character and thoughtfully curated modern updates, just steps from Lake St. Clair. This exceptional residence offers an ideal blend of historic charm and today's most desired amenities, featuring a beautifully updated kitchen that opens seamlessly to the stunning round family room, creating a rare and functional open-concept layout. Recent improvements include a newly renovated foyer, living room, and first-floor powder room, along with numerous cosmetic updates throughout the home that further elevate its style and appeal. All bathrooms have been updated, and the home also features a mudroom located off the attached heater garage, second-floor laundry (plus additional basement laundry), and a spectacular finished lower level complete with a large entertainment area, wet bar, and spa-inspired full bath. Virtually every major system has been addressed, including plumbing, electrical, windows, copper gutters, HVAC, blown-in insulation, and a French drain system—providing peace of mind for years to come. Situated on an impressive 0.65-acre lot, additional highlights include a circular driveway and additional storage shed. A truly rare offering in Grosse Pointe Park, combining character, scale, modern updates, and an unbeatable location near the waterfront, resident-only parks, and just minutes from Downtown Detroit.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    James B Saros 313-886-9030,

    Jim Saros Real Estate Services 313-886-9030

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261047454MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 7
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 434
      • Dimensions: 31 X 14
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 15 X 14
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 280
      • Dimensions: 20 X 14
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 160
      • Dimensions: 16 X 10
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 130
      • Dimensions: 10 X 13
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Second
      Other
      • Level: Second
      Other
      • Level: Second
      Other
      • Level: Second
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      Dining room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 16 X 15
      Family room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 306
      • Dimensions: 17 X 18
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 399
      • Dimensions: 19 X 21
      Laundry
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 48
      • Dimensions: 8 X 6
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 144
      • Dimensions: 12 X 12
      Living room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 360
      • Dimensions: 24 X 15
      Mud room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 189
      • Dimensions: 27 X 7
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
      Features
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room, Living Room, Other Locations
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 6,883 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,883
      • Finished area below ground: 2,000

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Two Car Garage, Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: GroundLevel
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.65 Acres
      • Dimensions: 80.00 x 175.00
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Sheds
      • Parcel number: 39009020046302
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Basement, Poured
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1941

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer At Street
      • Water: Waterat Street

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: WINDMILL POINTE SUB
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Grosse Pointe Park

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $230/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $552,641
      • Annual tax amount: $30,958
      • Date on market: 6/26/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 41 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan

        Estimated market value

        $1,514,000

        $1.44M - $1.59M

        $6,170/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Listed for sale$1,585,000+32.1%$230/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261047454 Report a problem
        11/3/2021Sold$1,200,000-5.9%$174/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/20/2021Pending sale$1,275,000$185/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #2210015791 Report a problem
        6/21/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Realcomp II #2210015791 Report a problem
        3/12/2021Listed for sale$1,275,000+6.3%$185/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #2210015791 Report a problem
        10/1/2019Listing removed$1,200,000$174/sqft
        Source: Jim Saros Agency, Inc #219061700 Report a problem
        6/27/2019Listed for sale$1,200,000+36.4%$174/sqft
        Source: Jim Saros Agency, Inc #219061700 Report a problem
        2/11/2002Sold$880,000+132.8%$128/sqft
        Source: MiRealSource #852829 Report a problem
        1/2/1996Sold$378,000$55/sqft
        Source: MiRealSource #833375 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $564,200 +10.5%
        2024-- $510,500 +4.1%
        2023-- $490,600 +2.5%
        2022-- $478,500 +1.4%
        2021-- $472,000
        2020$17,047 +2.8%$472,000 +7.5%
        2019$16,578 $438,900 +9.7%
        2018-- $400,200 +19.7%
        2017$15,993 $334,400
        2016$15,993 +95.9%$334,400 +2.7%
        2015$8,163 -71.9%$325,500 +10.1%
        2013$29,040 +255.7%$295,700 -5%
        2012$8,163 $311,100 -4.3%
        2010-- $325,000 -10.1%
        2009-- $361,600 -3.6%
        2008-- $375,100 -10.9%
        2007-- $421,000 -2%
        2005$9,108 $429,600 +0.7%
        2003-- $426,500 +95.8%
        2001-- $217,863 +3.2%
        2000$8,955 $211,108
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        Neighborhood: 48230

        Getting around

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        38 / 100
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