Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Madison Heights! This inviting home blends classic character with thoughtful updates. Step into the welcoming enclosed front porch—an ideal bonus space for relaxing with a book or enjoying warm summer evenings. Inside, the open flow between the living and dining rooms creates a perfect setting for entertaining, highlighted by beautiful hardwood floors that extend through the main living areas and first-floor bedroom. The spacious kitchen offers ample storage and comes complete with all appliances. The main floor features a convenient primary bedroom and full bath, while upstairs you’ll find two additional bedrooms with newer carpeting. Updates include a new roof and hot water tank in the past 3 years. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard and a large detached two-car garage. Tucked away on a quiet street, yet just minutes from shopping, dining, nightlife, and major expressways, this home offers the perfect mix of comfort, charm, and location.
Sold for $182,000
$182,000
85 E Kalama Ave, Madison Heights, MI 48071
3beds
824sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$182,700 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$1,618 Estimated rent
Home value
$182,700
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Fully fenced backyardLarge detached two-car garageBeautiful hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Chandler Nash 586-747-4107,
Realteam Real Estate,
Elena Filimon 248-854-4735,
Realteam Real Estate
Bought with:
Marybeth Jamieson, 6501416558
RE/MAX First
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50203762
Originating MLS: MiRealSource
Originating MLS: MiRealSourceFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Entry
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Level: Entry
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 824
- Total interior livable area: 824 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 824
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Covered Entrance
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 40
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 108
Details
- Parcel number: 2524302031
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sanitary
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Oaklawn
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Madison Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $124,060
- Annual tax amount: $3,419
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $182,000+1.1%$221/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $180,000$218/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $180,000+7.5%$218/sqft |
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| 9/19/2024 | Sold | $167,500-4.3%$203/sqft |
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| 8/2/2024 | Pending sale | $175,000$212/sqft |
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| 7/24/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/9/2024 | Price change | $175,000-5.4%$212/sqft |
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| 6/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $185,000+54.2%$225/sqft |
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| 10/17/2017 | Sold | $120,000+103.4%$146/sqft |
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| 3/16/2010 | Sold | $59,000+76.1%$72/sqft |
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| 8/31/2009 | Sold | $33,500-74.4%$41/sqft |
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| 6/3/2008 | Sold | $131,045+1.7%$159/sqft |
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| 7/19/2005 | Sold | $128,900+28.9%$156/sqft |
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| 9/23/2004 | Sold | $100,000-11.3%$121/sqft |
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| 12/16/2003 | Sold | $112,693$137/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,065 +3.7% | $62,030 +10.9% |
| 2023 | $1,027 +2.6% | $55,920 +11% |
| 2022 | $1,001 -6.5% | $50,360 +12.8% |
| 2021 | $1,071 | $44,660 +12% |
| 2020 | -- | $39,870 +11.7% |
| 2019 | $1,030 +4.5% | $35,700 +26.5% |
| 2018 | $985 +5.4% | $28,230 |
| 2017 | $935 | $28,230 +10% |
| 2016 | $935 | $25,660 +15.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $22,260 +14.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $19,510 -24.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,970 -17.7% |
| 2010 | $1,366 | $31,550 -39.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $52,190 |
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Neighborhood: 48071
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Madison Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Wilkinson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- NAMadison Preparatory High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Madison Public Schools (Oakland)
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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