$729,000

1205 S Bates St Birmingham, MI 48009

Estimated payment $4,480/month

Total Views 16,882
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,821 Sq Ft
$400 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Pierce Elementary School Rated A
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Charming Birmingham Classic just steps from Downtown! Welcome to 1205 Bates Street. A beautifully updated home in one of Birmingham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, just 5 blocks from the iconic Townsend Hotel and all the charm of downtown. This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath gem blends timeless character with modern upgrades. Step inside to find newly refinished hardwood floors flowing throughout complemented by fresh paint that adds a bright, clean feel. The heart of the home is the stunning gourmet kitchen, featuring white granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sleek cabinetry-perfect for cooking and entertaining. Enjoy the flexibility of indoor and outdoor living with a cozy yet spacious layout that opens to a private, fenced-in backyard with a large deck-ideal for gatherings. Don’t miss this opportunity to live in a prime location, close to shops, dining, parks and all downtown Birmingham has to offer! Also for Lease $7000/Monthly MLS 20251018680.

Listing Agent

Michael Heiwig

Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham License #6501296579 Listed on: 05/29/2025

Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 120.00
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,821 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Assr's Plat No 30 Birmingham Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1936328005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,866

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Colonial
  • Architecture Level: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1950
  • State Equalized Value: 232340.0000
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Locations: Living Room
  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Sq Ft Combined: 2221
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 400
  • Total Sq Ft: 1821
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 808

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Fenced
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Frontage Feet: 50
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Pub. Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 1 Car
  • Garage Features: Detached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Birmingham

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 120.00
  • Parcel Number: 1936328005

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 5232.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 634.0000
  • Total Tax: 5866.0000
  • Taxable Value: 153620.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Birmingham

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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
2024 $5,232 $232,340 $0 $0
2023 $4,949 $227,320 $0 $0
2022 $5,307 $210,640 $0 $0
2021 $5,354 $206,970 $0 $0
2020 $4,770 $193,920 $0 $0
2019 $5,399 $186,930 $0 $0
2018 $5,357 $192,240 $0 $0
2017 $5,348 $184,340 $0 $0
2016 $5,359 $180,990 $0 $0
2015 -- $171,530 $0 $0
2014 -- $145,650 $0 $0
2011 -- $112,260 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Rent $7,000 0.0% --
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $729,000 +17.4% $400 / Sq Ft
11/27/2024 11/27/24 Sold $621,000 +1.0% $341 / Sq Ft
10/20/2024 10/20/24 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2024 10/18/24 For Sale $615,000 -- $338 / Sq Ft
Source: Realcomp

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $579,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $30,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20251003071

Realcomp

APN: 19-36-328-005