$550,000

1170 Essex Dr Rochester Hills, MI 48307

Estimated payment $3,337/month

Total Views 1,885
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,362 Sq Ft
$233 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Hampton Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Welcome to the Rochester Hills home you've been waiting for!

This beautifully maintained home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half baths, and almost 3500 square feet of finished living space. Nestled on a private quarter-acre lot, it combines timeless character with modern updates in a location that’s hard to beat.

At the heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen—featuring quality finishes, generous workspace, and a layout perfect for both cooking and entertaining.

The primary suite is a standout, with a redone master bath that brings stylish updates and a spa-like atmosphere. Three additional bedrooms and multiple baths provide plenty of comfort and flexibility throughout the home.

Other highlights include hardwood floors, two separate living spaces that allow room to spread out or host, and a finished basement that adds valuable square footage for a rec area, office, or gym. A 2-car attached garage ensures everyday convenience, while the backyard deck creates a private outdoor retreat.

Adding to the appeal, the subdivision offers a park, playground, and covered picnic area—perfect for enjoying the outdoors and connecting with neighbors!

Listing Agent

Brendan Hunt

EXP Realty Romeo License #6501420344 Listed on: 08/21/2025

EXP Realty Romeo

Co-Listing Agent

Ken Hirschmann

EXP Realty License #6506046502

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 91x118

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete

Interior Spaces

  • 2,362 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Yorktowne Commons Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1523176018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,077

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Colonial
  • Architecture Level: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1991
  • State Equalized Value: 234790.0000
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.20
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Finished
  • Sq Ft Combined: 3418
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 1056
  • Total Sq Ft: 2362
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1056

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Brick
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Frontage Feet: 91
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 2 Car
  • Garage Features: Side Entrance, Attached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Rochester

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 91X118
  • Parcel Number: 1523176018

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2146.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 1931.0000
  • Total Tax: 4077.0000
  • Taxable Value: 234790.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Rochester

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2022 $2,146 $185,480 $0 $0
2018 $3,553 $158,690 $0 $0
2017 $3,484 $159,480 $0 $0
2015 -- $148,710 $0 $0
2014 -- $124,220 $0 $0
2011 -- $98,790 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $550,000 -- $233 / Sq Ft
Source: Realcomp

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $317,500 Lawyers Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $313,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $360,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,249 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $213,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $47,625 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $254,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $124,726 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

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Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20251006173

Realcomp

APN: 15-23-176-018