Rare opportunity to own on historic West Canfield in Midtown! Built in 1895 and restored by the current & previous owner, character still lives on: decorative custom woodwork & moldings, multiple fireplaces w/ original mantels & a grand entry staircase! It currently features 2 distinct spaces- owner occupant + an upper income-generating flat! Keep it multi-use or explore your own vision to turn it back into a single-family home! This would be Airbnb, event or business friendly! The first floor has white oak hardwood floors, open kitchen design w/ white shaker cabinets, bronze architectural hardware, Carrara marble countertops, Grohe plumbing fixtures, stainless steel appliances, in the bathroom- hexagon Carrera tile, custom vanity & large walk-in rain shower. The upper flat features high ceilings & lots of light with 3 rooms, 1 full bath, in-unit washer/dryer. It includes oak hardwood floors, quartz countertops, backsplash & stainless steel appliances. The basement has been fully renovated adding 1,000 sqft of additional bonus living- a full kitchen, 3 rooms, full bathroom and mud room with entryway. Located on one of the most desirable streets in Detroit, close to many nearby shops, dining and attractions!
For sale
Price cut: $26K (6/4)
$799,000
691 W Canfield St, Detroit, MI 48201
5beds
3,496sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
5,820 Square Feet Lot
$785,100 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bronze architectural hardwareGrand entry staircaseCustom vanityGrohe plumbing fixturesCarrara marble countertopsLarge walk-in rain showerOpen kitchen design
- 71 days |
- 1,523 |
- 81 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hannah J Hoppough 313-744-6720,
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Detroit 313-230-0510
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261027636
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 10 X 6
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Other
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9 X 15
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 8
- Dimensions: 2 X 4
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 10 X 22
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 200
- Dimensions: 20 X 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built In Gas Range, Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Speed Internet
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,496 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,746
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,820 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 97
Details
- Parcel number: W04I000901S001
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Queen Anne
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: CASS FARM SUB OF BLKS 97 & 98 (PLATS)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $269,230
- Annual tax amount: $16,383
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 71 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$785,100
$746,000 - $824,000
$5,372/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $799,000-3.2%$229/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+36.4%$236/sqft |
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| 5/18/2022 | Sold | $605,000-4.7%$173/sqft |
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| 5/16/2022 | Pending sale | $634,900$182/sqft |
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| 4/5/2022 | Price change | $634,900-2.2%$182/sqft |
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| 3/4/2022 | Pending sale | $648,900$186/sqft |
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| 1/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $648,900$186/sqft |
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| 1/1/2022 | Listing removed | $648,900$186/sqft |
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| 11/10/2021 | Price change | $648,900-7.2%$186/sqft |
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| 9/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $698,900$200/sqft |
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| 8/4/2021 | Pending sale | $698,900$200/sqft |
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| 5/20/2021 | Price change | $698,900-8.6%$200/sqft |
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| 1/27/2021 | Price change | $764,900-3.2%$219/sqft |
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| 11/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $789,900+75.5%$226/sqft |
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| 7/31/2019 | Listing removed | $2,200$1/sqft |
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| 7/8/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,200+131.6%$1/sqft |
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| 2/26/2019 | Sold | $450,000-27.4%$129/sqft |
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| 11/15/2018 | Listing removed | $620,000$177/sqft |
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| 9/27/2018 | Listed for sale | $620,000+85.1%$177/sqft |
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| 6/3/2015 | Sold | $335,000$96/sqft |
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| 3/29/2011 | Listing removed | $950 |
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| 2/28/2011 | Price change | $950-5% |
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| 1/11/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $287,700 +15.7% |
| 2024 | -- | $248,700 +24.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $199,800 +54.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $129,600 +7.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $120,100 |
| 2020 | $6,004 +183.1% | $120,100 +15.9% |
| 2019 | $2,121 | $103,600 +220.7% |
| 2018 | $2,121 | $32,300 +51.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $21,300 -81.3% |
| 2016 | $1,114 | $114,000 +220.2% |
| 2015 | $1,114 -5.8% | $35,600 -15.3% |
| 2013 | $1,183 +6.2% | $42,051 -31.8% |
| 2010 | $1,114 | $61,653 -18% |
| 2009 | -- | $75,187 -11.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $84,957 |
| 2007 | -- | $84,957 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $118 | $80,528 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $78,183 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Midtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Burton International SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Northwestern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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- Michigan
- Wayne County
- Detroit
- 48201
- Midtown
- 691 W Canfield St








