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  • Price cut: $6K (7/7)
    $69,000

    8539 Desoto St, Detroit, MI 48238

    3beds
    1,976sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $35/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Updated plumbingFresh paintRemodeled detroit homeFenced in adjacent lotButcher block countertopsNatural hardwood flooringUpdated electrical
    SELLER WILL CONSIDER ALL OFFERS! What if you could buy a remodeled Detroit home, add the adjacent lot for a few hundred dollars, and own one of the best opportunities on the block, all for just $85,000? Whether you're searching for your first home, your next rental property, or a smart long-term investment, 8539 De Soto offers the rare combination of affordability, updates, and future upside that today's buyers are struggling to find. Situated in Detroit's emerging Chalfonte neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features natural hardwood flooring, an open-concept layout, butcher block countertops, luxurious porcelain tile, fresh paint, updated plumbing, and updated electrical. The finished basement provides valuable bonus living space, perfect for a home office, recreation room, fitness area, or additional entertaining space. The detached one-car garage also adds convenience. But what truly sets this property apart is what surrounds it. Just a few doors down, you'll find rows of newer homes built in 2006, helping strengthen the appeal of the block and highlighting the area's continued evolution. Even more exciting, the possibility of expanding your yard, creating additional outdoor space, or securing extra land for future value by acquiring the fenced in adjacent lot from the city. Some homes are simply places to live. Others are opportunities to get ahead. 8539 De Soto is both. Investors purchasing without representation are encouraged to contact the listing agent for recent neighborhood rental comparables to help verify market rents and investment potential, as this home will likely rent for $1300-$1400. Schedule your showing today before someone else recognizes the opportunity.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Gentraia Brown 248-469-2533,

    REMAX City Centre 313-528-3002

    Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261041208MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 10 X 11
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 99
      • Dimensions: 11 X 9
      Bedroom
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 120
      • Dimensions: 12 X 10
      Other
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 54
      • Dimensions: 9 X 6
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 56
      • Dimensions: 7 X 8
      Bonus room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 99
      • Dimensions: 9 X 11
      Kitchen
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 100
      • Dimensions: 10 X 10
      Living room
      • Level: Entry
      • Area: 275
      • Dimensions: 25 X 11
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fans
      Features
      • Basement: Full,Partially Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,976 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 988
      • Finished area below ground: 988

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached, Driveway
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 100
      Details
      • Parcel number: W16I006372S
      • Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Other
      • Foundation: Basement, Poured
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1953
      • Major remodel year: 2026

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer At Street
      • Water: Waterat Street

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: LEYS
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Detroit

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $35/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $5,499
      • Annual tax amount: $1,441
      • Date on market: 6/3/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 39 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
      • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,652/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Price change$69,000-8%$35/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261041208 Report a problem
        6/18/2026Price change$75,000-6.1%$38/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261041208 Report a problem
        6/12/2026Price change$79,900-6%$40/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261041208 Report a problem
        6/4/2026Listed for sale$85,000+169.6%$43/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20261041208 Report a problem
        3/20/2026Sold$31,529+5.4%$16/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20250025001 Report a problem
        3/19/2026Pending sale$29,900$15/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20250025001 Report a problem
        3/3/2026Price change$29,900-25.1%$15/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20250025001 Report a problem
        4/12/2025Listed for sale$39,900+69.8%$20/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20250025001 Report a problem
        3/27/2025Sold$23,500-16.1%$12/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #20250004866 Report a problem
        7/18/2024Sold$28,022+834.1%$14/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/16/2000Sold$3,000$2/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $17,200 +22.9%
        2024-- $14,000
        2023-- $14,000 +45.8%
        2022-- $9,600 -20%
        2021-- $12,000
        2020$565 +4.1%$12,000 +17.6%
        2019$542 $10,200 +22.9%
        2018$542 $8,300 -2.4%
        2017-- $8,500 -74.8%
        2016$599 $33,700 +560.8%
        2015$599 -6.2%$5,100 -20.1%
        2013$638 +6.6%$6,384 -30.2%
        2010$599 $9,147 -12%
        2009-- $10,394 -14.5%
        2008-- $12,157
        2007-- $12,157 +5.5%
        2005$84 $11,523 +3%
        2004-- $11,187 +77.3%
        2001$411 +12.2%$6,309 +3.2%
        2000$366 $6,114
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Chalfonte

        Getting around

        51 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        37 / 100
        Some Transit
        36 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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