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    • $499,995

    78 Watson St APT 3, Detroit, MI 48201

    3beds
    1,700sqft
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    $5,057/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1912
    -- sqft lot
    $483,000 Zestimate®
    $294/sqft
    $516/mo HOA

    What's special

    LIONS. TIGERS. PISTONS, RED WINGS OH MY! What an amazing lifestyle! Walk to Ford Field for the Lions, Comerica Park for the Tigers and Little Caesars Arena for the Pistons, Red WIngs and Concerts—all while enjoying the luxury lifestyle of historic Brush Park. Meet friends for dinner at Grey Ghost or Bar Pigalle. Catch a show at the Fox, spend an afternoon at the DIA or take the QLINE downtown. Sports, dining, art and entertainment are right outside your door. Welcome to 78 Watson, Unit 3, an ultra-rare 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath luxury loft offering approximately 1,700 square feet in the historic Carola Building. Priced under $500,000, it is an exceptional value for its size and location in Brush Park and Midtown. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light, while soaring ceilings, raw concrete and radiant heated floors create authentic loft character. The expansive open living area gives you room to entertain, dine and relax, with a sunny window nook perfect for reading, music or enjoying the view. The renovated kitchen features brand-new quartz countertops, a huge island with seating, refinished cabinetry, newer appliances and an upgraded backsplash. It flows into the dining area and out to the covered rear porch. A large walk-in storage room could easily become an oversized pantry. The primary suite features large windows, concrete floors, a gigantic walk-in closet and oversized bath with soaking tub, separate shower, large vanity and laundry closet. The bright second bedroom has loft ceilings, while barn doors give the third bedroom flexibility as a guest room, office or den. Updates include a tankless water heater, heat pump and dual mini-splits installed in December 2022. Parking includes one dedicated gated space plus access to four shared, first-come, first-served spaces. Picture yourself here—surrounded by the history, energy and luxury lifestyle of Brush Park.
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    Listed by:

    Jocelyn P Santiago 313-980-0400,

    Dwellings Unlimited LLC 248-994-0400

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261073655MLS 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: $294/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $234,680
      • Annual tax amount: $12,615
      • Date on market: 9/12/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 48 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

        Estimated market value

        $483,000

        $459,000 - $507,000

        $3,326/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/12/2026Listed for sale$499,995-7.4%$294/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261073655 Report a problem
        9/12/2026Listing removed$539,995$318/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261064977 Report a problem
        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

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