$492,500
SOLD JUN 30, 2025
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,671 Sq Ft
1919 Built

Recently Sold

$184 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Georgian Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Historic Home
  • Cass Technical High School Rated 10
  • Heating System Uses Steam

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 1656 W. Boston Blvd. This amazing 1919, Georgian Revival Style home in Boston Edison Historic District is the home of your dreams. The home features 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 half bath and beautiful hardwood floors. The large entrance is graced with a curved staircase; the entryway provide access to the spacious living & dining rooms. The windows are newer double pane historically updated wood windows. The remodeled kitchen features Custom Cabinetry, 36" Professional Range & Hood Fan. Quartz countertops & plenty of space for cooking & baking. The butler's pantry provides add'l serving space for dining & entertaining. A sizable mud room is off the kitchen at the rear of the home. On the second floor, the primary bedroom has a dual access bathroom which is accessible to another bedroom. The 3rd bedroom has an additional bonus room, perfect for a sitting or play area. The 4th bedroom has direct access to the 2nd floor balcony. Bathrooms have been updated. The main full bath features brass fixtures which adds a touch of bold elegance. The 3rd floor is ready for you to add your own design. Most of the prep has been done to include spray foam insulation, a separate 50 amp electrical box & heating and cooling returns. You have the best of both worlds, with a steam boiler for colder days and central air conditioning for warmer days (a/c is for the 2nd & 3rd floors). And with just a few added touches, the basement has lots of space & can be additional living space. The luxury vinyl plank flooring is in approx. 1/4 of the basement. It features a nice work area for various home projects. All asbestos around boiler pipes have been removed and the basement has direct access to the rear of the home. The well groomed backyard is quite spacious & great for relaxing or entertaining. This is a home you don't want to miss. For primary homeowners, Boston Edison is a NEZ property tax neighborhood. There are additional upgrades so please be sure to ask for this information.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gaye Butler

Robinson Realty & Management Group Inc License #6501296409 Listed on: 06/06/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Salliece McCain

Robinson Realty & Management Group Inc License #6501425439

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1919 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x175
  • Historic Home

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,671 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Sewer in Street

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Avery & Murphys Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W27I210124S

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,705

Year Built

Built in 1919 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Historic, Georgian
  • Architecture Level: 3 Story
  • Year Built: 1919
  • State Equalized Value: 174100.0000
  • Year Renovated: 2021
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Circuit Breakers
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Locations: Living Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator
  • Sq Ft Combined: 2671
  • Total Sq Ft: 2671
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1384

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Materials: Brick/Mortar
  • Frontage Feet: 50
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: No Garage

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Steam
  • Sewer: Sewer at Street
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Detroit

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X175
  • Parcel Number: W27I210124S

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2783.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 3922.0000
  • Total Tax: 6705.0000
  • Taxable Value: 10000.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Detroit

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Dougherty Clint and Dougherty Valerie
Bought by
Sorenson Steven R and Anderson-Cooper Lavette R
Seller's Agent
Gaye Butler
Robinson Realty & Management Group Inc
Buyer's Agent
Salliece McCain
Robinson Realty & Management Group Inc
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$492,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-0.51%
Views
63

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-56.11%
Original Mortgage
$443,250
Outstanding Balance
$442,877
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$11,180

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2019
Closed on
Jan 10, 2020
Sold by
Veach Michael and Veach Melanie
Bought by
Dougherty Clint and Dougherty Valerie
Seller's Agent
Darin Mcleskey
Denovo Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michael DesRosiers
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-9.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.52%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2015
Closed on
Mar 18, 2015
Sold by
West Detroit Llc
Bought by
Veach Michael and Veach Melanie
Seller's Agent
Sanetti Neal
Spartan Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Randy Repicky
Real Estate One GPF
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$125,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.65%
Original Mortgage
$118,750
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2014
Sold by
The Estate Of Malissa Russau
Bought by
West Detroit Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2014
Sold by
Russsau Malissa
Bought by
Heaton Roger E and Jones Heaton Valerie M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2005
Sold by
Love Elmer and Love Ruthie
Bought by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $492,500 Liberty Title
Warranty Deed $285,000 First American Title Ins Co
Warranty Deed $125,000 Stg
Quit Claim Deed $1,190 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $12,114 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $221,992 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $443,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $232,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $228,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $192,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $150,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $118,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $66,640 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $217,500 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $492,500 -0.5% $184 / Sq Ft
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $495,000 +73.7% $185 / Sq Ft
01/10/2020 01/10/20 Sold $285,000 -8.1% $107 / Sq Ft
01/01/2020 01/01/20 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2019 10/16/19 Price Changed $310,000 -1.6% $116 / Sq Ft
09/25/2019 09/25/19 For Sale $315,000 +152.0% $118 / Sq Ft
03/18/2015 03/18/15 Sold $125,000 0.0% $41 / Sq Ft
02/11/2015 02/11/15 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2015 02/07/15 For Sale $125,000 -- $41 / Sq Ft
Source: Realcomp

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $586 $9,500 $0 $0
2024 $586 $10,000 $0 $0
2023 $598 $10,000 $0 $0
2022 $688 $9,800 $0 $0
2021 $7,082 $104,100 $0 $0
2020 $3,641 $80,400 $0 $0
2019 $3,578 $65,500 $0 $0
2018 $2,966 $50,800 $0 $0
2017 $861 $45,400 $0 $0
2016 $3,746 $48,000 $0 $0
2015 $4,938 $56,200 $0 $0
2013 $4,784 $65,775 $0 $0
2010 -- $91,295 $1,650 $89,645
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20250032046

Realcomp

APN: 08-003115