16128 Dexter Ave Detroit, MI 48221
Martin Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $391/month
Highlights
- No HOA
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Cass Technical High School Rated 10
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
Investor -friendly 2 bedroom, 1 bath townhome-style unit in the highly desirable University of Detroit / Liv6 area, perfect for buy-and-hold investors seeking stable cash flow and long-term upside. This property offers a proven rental track record, having last rented for $850/month, providing immediate confidence in income potential from day one. The townhome-style layout features living and kitchen areas on the main level with bedrooms tucked upstairs for privacy - an easy-to-rent floorplan that appeals to a wide range of tenants, including students, university staff, and local residents. Located near the University of Detroit and the Livernois "Liv6" corridor, this unit sits in a strong rental pocket with consistent demand and solid neighborhood fundamentals. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the ability to scale: the unit next door is also available for purchase (separately), allowing an investor to acquire two neighboring doors in one location. This creates operational efficiencies for management and maintenance, and positions the property well for future portfolio growth or resale to another investor. Whether you're adding to an existing portfolio or acquiring your first rental, this 2 bed / 1 bath townhome offers: "Proven rent history (last rented at $850/month)
"Desirable townhome-style layout
"Strong rental location near University of Detroit and Liv6
"Opportunity to purchase the adjacent unit renting for $900 Ideal for the investor focused on steady income, efficient operations, and a long-term hold in a demand-driven rental market.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $740
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 28 x 114
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 864 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Living Room
- Dining Area
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $422 | $24,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $422 | $19,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $650 | $15,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $811 | $14,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $792 | $11,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $792 | $9,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $782 | $6,120 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $840 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $240 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $840 | $8,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $971 | $10,504 | $0 | $0 |
| 2010 | -- | $14,578 | $645 | $13,933 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 11/18/25 | For Sale | $62,500 | 0.0% | $72 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Rented | $850 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/30/2024 09/30/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/04/2024 09/04/24 | For Rent | $850 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/06/2023 07/06/23 | Sold | $17,500 | -12.5% | $20 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/05/2023 07/05/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/16/2023 06/16/23 | For Sale | $20,000 | -- | $23 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $21,980 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $21,980 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $12,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $12,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available |
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 25058932
APN: 12-01-069-80-02L
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