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  • $539,995

    78 Watson St APT 3, Detroit, MI 48201

    3beds
    1,700sqft
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    $5,129/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1912
    -- sqft lot
    $520,300 Zestimate®
    $318/sqft
    $516/mo HOA

    What's special

    HISTORIC — LIGHT-FILLED — CONNECTED Imagine this lifestyle. Walk out your door and you're steps from Grey Ghost and Bar Pigalle, with the best of Brush Park, Midtown and Downtown surrounding you. Welcome to 78 Watson, Unit 3, a 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath luxury loft condo in the historic Carola Building. Built in 1912, the seven-story Carola is part of Brush Park's architectural history. Originally an apartment and extended-stay building, it was later reimagined as luxury loft condominiums, preserving the raw concrete, soaring ceilings and distinctive character that make it special. Inside, oversized windows and loads of natural light set the tone. Radiant heated floors add year-round comfort. The primary suite features concrete floors, large windows, a gigantic walk-in closet and oversized bath with soaking tub, separate shower, large vanity and laundry closet. The second bedroom is spacious and sunny with loft ceilings. Beautiful barn doors give the third bedroom flexibility as a bedroom, home office or den. The expansive open living space offers room for entertaining, dining and relaxing, including a window nook perfect for reading, music or enjoying the light. The newly renovated open kitchen features brand-new quartz countertops, a huge island with seating, refinished cabinetry, newer appliances and upgraded backsplash. It flows into the dining area and out to the covered rear porch. A huge walk-in storage room could easily become an oversized pantry. Updates include a tankless water heater, heat pump and dual mini-splits installed Dec. 2022. Parking includes one dedicated gated space plus access to four shared first-come, first-served spaces. Walk to Little Caesars Arena, Comerica Park &Ford Field, w/Eastern Market, QLINE, Fox Theatre, DIA, Orchestra Hall, Wayne State, Midtown and Downtown close by. NEZ TAXES THRU 2034! Schedule your tour and welcome to your new lifestyle!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jocelyn P Santiago 313-980-0400,

    Dwellings Unlimited LLC 248-994-0400

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261064977MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 198
      • Dimensions: 18 X 11
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 14 X 12
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 256
      • Dimensions: 16 X 16
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 165
      • Dimensions: 15 X 11
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 35
      • Dimensions: 7 X 5
      Dining room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 14 X 12
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 15 X 14
      Laundry
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 44
      • Dimensions: 11 X 4
      Living room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 260
      • Dimensions: 20 X 13
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 42
      • Dimensions: 7 X 6
      Sitting room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 256
      • Dimensions: 16 X 16
      Heating
      • Electric, Natural Gas, Other Heating Source, Radiant
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fans, Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
      • Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Basement: Common,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,700
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Assigned 1 Space, Assigned 2 Spaces, Parking Lot, No Garage
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Exterior features: Balcony
      Details
      • Parcel number: W01I000749S003
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Common Entry Building,Historic,Loft
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Brick, Stone
      • Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1912
      • Major remodel year: 2026

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: WAYNE COUNTY CONDO SUB PLAN 699
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
      • HOA fee: $516 monthly
      • HOA phone: 248-681-7883
      Location
      • Region: Detroit

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $318/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $12,000
      • Annual tax amount: $1,111
      • Date on market: 8/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 2 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

        Estimated market value

        $520,300

        $494,000 - $546,000

        $3,657/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/16/2026Listed for sale$539,995+50%$318/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261064977 Report a problem
        10/29/2019Sold$360,000-9.8%$212/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/12/2019Price change$399,000-3.9%$235/sqft
        Source: Next Level Realty & Investments #219054015 Report a problem
        6/6/2019Price change$415,000-2.4%$244/sqft
        Source: Next Level Realty & Investments #219054015 Report a problem
        4/13/2019Price change$425,000-13.1%$250/sqft
        Source: Next Level Realty & Investments #219054015 Report a problem
        2/21/2019Listed for sale$489,000+8.7%$288/sqft
        Source: Hawkins Realty Group, Inc #219014030 Report a problem
        7/18/2018Listing removed$450,000$265/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group LLC #218040633 Report a problem
        5/10/2018Listed for sale$450,000+2.5%$265/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group LLC #218040633 Report a problem
        2/20/2018Listing removed$1,900$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        2/5/2018Listed for rent$1,900+26.7%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        12/16/2017Listing removed$439,000$258/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group LLC #217086205 Report a problem
        10/20/2017Price change$439,000-2.4%$258/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group LLC #217086205 Report a problem
        8/9/2017Listed for sale$450,000$265/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group LLC #217070611 Report a problem
        11/11/2012Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: THE PLM GROUP LLC #212106563 Report a problem
        10/18/2012Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: THE PLM GROUP LLC #212106563 Report a problem
        2/3/2012Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group Report a problem
        1/4/2012Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: The PLM Group Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $12,000
        2024-- $12,000
        2023-- $12,000 -95.1%
        2022-- $245,800 -1.8%
        2021-- $250,200
        2020$17,713 +3258.3%$250,200 +8.1%
        2019$527 $231,400 +3693.4%
        2018$527 $6,100
        2017-- $6,100 -86.9%
        2016$815 $46,700 +344.8%
        2015$815 -22.3%$10,500 +0.1%
        2013$1,049 +28.7%$10,492
        2010$815 $10,492
        2009-- $10,492
        2008-- $10,492
        2007-- $10,492
        2005$128 $10,492 +6848.3%
        2004-- $151
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Brush Park

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Very Walkable
        70 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        90 / 100
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