For sale

$270,000

8438 Dexter Ave, Detroit, MI 48206

6beds

2,948sqft

$2,342/mo

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Duplex

Built in 1914

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$92/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fully renovated brick duplex in Detroit's historic Dexter area, offering an excellent investment opportunity with immediate income potential. This two-unit property features spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath units, updated in 2025 with modern improvements while maintaining its classic character. Both units are tenant occupied, generating approximately $2,500 per month in rental income. Property includes separate living spaces, full basement, central air, forced-air heating, enclosed porch, balcony, garage parking, and public utilities. Conveniently located near major freeways, shopping, dining, schools, and downtown Detroit. Ideal for investors seeking a turnkey income-producing property or owner-occupants looking to offset housing costs with rental income. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,948 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,948

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Exterior features: Balcony
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 4,791 Square Feet
Dimensions: 39 x 120

Details

Parcel number: W12I010409S
Zoning description: Residential
Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Architectural style: Duplex
Property subtype: Duplex

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1914
Major remodel year: 2025

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Underground Utilities

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detectors
Subdivision: STORMFELTZ-LOVELY CO SUB

Location

Region: Detroit

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $92/sqft
Tax assessed value: $6,300
Annual tax amount: $885
Date on market: 6/22/2026
Cumulative days on market: 67 days
Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,246/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/22/2026	Listed for sale	$270,000+26900%$92/sqft
Source: Realcomp II #20261044958 Report a problem
7/15/2025	Listing removed	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
6/11/2025	Listed for rent	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
12/14/2019	Listing removed	$1,000
Source: Detroit Land Bank Authority Report a problem
12/9/2019	Listed for sale	$1,000
Source: Detroit Land Bank Authority Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$6,300 +21.2%
2024	--	$5,200 +67.7%
2023	--	$3,100 +29.2%
2022	--	$2,400
2021	--	--
2020	$510	--
2019	--	--
2018	--	--
2017	--	--
2016	$2,126	--
2015	$2,126	--
2013	$2,126	--
2010	$2,126	$26,130 -12%
2009	--	$29,693 -10.5%
2008	--	$33,177
2007	--	$33,177 +5.5%
2005	$314	$31,447 +3%
2004	--	$30,531 +30.2%
2001	$1,953 +218%	$23,450 +163.2%
2000	$614	$8,908