Welcome to this beautiful and spacious 1910 brick house, located on a tree-lined street and on a private double lot. This meticulously maintained property has fully fenced front and back yards, offering both privacy and security. The front cement steps, renovated in 2023, lead to the inviting foyer of this century-old home. This home has the perfect blend of historic charm and modern updates. The living room, dining room, and hallway feature new flooring installed in 2018, enhancing the elegance of the space. In 2020, the bathroom, kitchen, and first-floor office were treated to new flooring. The primary bedroom has a spacious layout and a huge walk-in closet, providing ample storage space for your wardrobe. The property has 3 floors of living space, including an office on the first floor, 3 large bedrooms on the second floor, and 2 bedrooms and a flexible room on the third floor. The new electric subpanel, EV charging station, fresh paint throughout, along with new light fixtures and dishwasher, add a touch of contemporary convenience while preserving the home's original character. New sidewalks (1/24) and speed humps on the street recently installed. The expansive yard, with a firepit and LED string lights, surrounded by majestic 100-year-old trees, creates a relaxing space for your outdoor enjoyment. This home offers easy access to essential amenities, including grocery stores, parks, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, theaters, museums, and public transportation options, like MoGo Bike rental stations and the QLine. Just 2 miles from midtown, enjoy the best of both worlds with a peaceful retreat and proximity to conveniences.
Sold for $310,000
$310,000
81 Melbourne St, Detroit, MI 48202
5beds
2,788sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$317,200 Zestimate®
$111/sqft
$2,373 Estimated rent
Home value
$317,200
$282,000 - $352,000
$2,373/mo
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Century - old homeModern updatesExpansive yardHistoric charmFlexible roomNew light fixturesCoffee shops
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Listed by:
Terri L O'Brien 734-464-6400,
Century 21 Curran & Oberski,
Anne Sagan 248-264-1700,
Century 21 Curran & Oberski
Bought with:
Kyle Swink, 6501368351
Max Broock, REALTORS®-Detroit
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20240021198
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 6
Other
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 4 x 11
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Loft
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Other
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant, Steam
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Freezer, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Speed Internet, Programmable Thermostat
- Basement: Daylight,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,788 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,788
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 80 x 113
Details
- Parcel number: W01I002463S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Above Ground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: MC LAUGHLIN BROS SUB OF LOT 8
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2024 | Sold | $310,000-11.2%$111/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20240021198 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2024 | Pending sale | $349,000$125/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20240021198 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $349,000+55.1%$125/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20240021198 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2018 | Sold | $225,000$81/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $225,000+291.3%$81/sqft |
Source: Denovo Real Estate #218060104 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2016 | Sold | $57,500+79.7%$21/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $32,000-78.8%$11/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Royal Oak Market Center #215109078 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2012 | Sold | $151,290$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $10,000 +37% |
| 2024 | -- | $7,300 +102.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $3,600 +38.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $2,600 +4% |
| 2021 | -- | $2,500 |
| 2020 | $193 -47.8% | $2,500 +38.9% |
| 2019 | $370 | $1,800 -5.3% |
| 2018 | $370 | $1,900 |
| 2017 | -- | $1,900 -78.2% |
| 2016 | $645 | $8,700 +26.1% |
| 2015 | $645 -10.7% | $6,900 -4.4% |
| 2013 | $722 +11.9% | $7,221 -24.6% |
| 2010 | $645 | $9,576 -12% |
| 2009 | -- | $10,882 -13.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $12,580 |
| 2007 | -- | $12,580 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $74 | $11,924 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $11,577 +109.7% |
| 2001 | $460 +51.8% | $5,521 +42.3% |
| 2000 | $303 | $3,880 |
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Neighborhood: North End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Golightly Education CenterGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Southeastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
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- Michigan
- Wayne County
- Detroit
- 48202
- North End
- 81 Melbourne St
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