$285,000
SOLD JUL 13, 2026

1787 Academy St Ferndale, MI 48220

Ferndale Area
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,582 Sq Ft
3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 13, 2026

$180 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Dehumidifier
  • Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Electric Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2026

Step inside and immediately appreciate the care and updates that have gone into this charming Ferndale Bungalow. A newly poured concrete walkway and attractive Trex entry steps welcome you to the front door, where you'll enter a bright and inviting 4 seasons room that has been updated with shiplap ceilings, and luxury vinyl plank flooring. The updates continue as you enter the living room, highlighted by a stylish electric fireplace with a custom mantle surround, creating the perfect focal point for relaxing evenings. Continue into the dining area and updated kitchen, where you'll find a modern backsplash and a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including the refrigerator, range/oven, microwave, and dishwasher. On the main level, you'll also enjoy having a bedroom and full bath for convenience when hosting. Head upstairs to discover one of the home's most desirable improvements. A former half bath has been converted into a full bathroom, creating two fully functional levels above grade. There are also new interior doors throughout the second level. The spacious primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, while the additional bedroom provides flexibility for a nursery, guests, or a home office. The finished basement expands your living space even further with a fourth bedroom and walk in closet, a recreation area, laundry, and plumbing already in place for a third bathroom. Mechanical updates include a furnace and central air system updated in 2020/2021. Outside, the fully fenced backyard offers plenty of room to enjoy MI summers and is complemented by a rare two-story, two-car detached garage. The garage's upper level has been improved with a rebuilt staircase and all new sub-flooring, making it ready to become the ultimate man cave. Combining thoughtful updates, expanded living space, and a prime location just minutes from downtown Ferndale, this move-in-ready home is one you won't want to miss!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Orlando Herrera

EXP Realty Main License #6501412246 Listed on: 06/03/2026

EXP Realty Main

Last Buyer's Agent

George Goddard

Good Company License #6501404914

Good Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 35x112.5
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dehumidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Court or third-party approval is required for the sale
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2535207024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,166

Year Built

Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1927
  • State Equalized Value: 95060.00
  • Year Renovated: 2024
  • Entry Location: GroundLevelwSteps
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.09
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 375382
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1402.00
  • Living Area: 1582.00
  • ClassName: Residential
  • ThirdPartyApprovalRequiredYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 180.00
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, LivingRoom

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
  • Construction Materials: VinylSiding
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Fencing: BackYard, Fenced, FencingAllowed
  • Disclosures: ExclusionsExist, NoRestrictions, TaxesHomesteadExempt
  • Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Exist
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Other Structures: Barns
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: CeilingFans, CentralAir
  • Heating: ForcedAir, NaturalGas
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Water Heater Fuel: NaturalGas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Laundry Features: ElectricDryerHookup, WasherHookup
  • Utilities: AboveGroundUtilities

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: HazelPark

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 35X112.5
  • Parcel Number: 2535207024
  • Land Lease Expiration Date: 2026-12-03

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 4012.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: 154.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4166.00

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2021
Closed on
Oct 13, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Matt Talbot
Redefine Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Orlando Herrera
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$224,900
Sold Price
$227,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
0.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%
Original Mortgage
$220,190
Outstanding Balance
$196,830
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$70,707

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2019
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,803
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $227,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $169,900 Speedy T&E Svcs Llc
Deed $13,050 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed $113,833 None Available
Deed $111,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $220,190 New Conventional
Previous Owner $164,803 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/13/2026 07/13/26 Sold $285,000 +5.6% $180 / Sq Ft
06/10/2026 06/10/26 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2026 06/05/26 For Sale $269,900 +18.9% $171 / Sq Ft
10/13/2021 10/13/21 Sold $227,000 +0.9% $162 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2021 09/10/21 For Sale $224,900 -- $160 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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 $4,012 $95,060 $0 $0
2024 $3,956 $91,510 $0 $0
2023 $4,182 $86,760 $0 $0
2022 $4,170 $64,560 $0 $0
2021 $3,318 $52,910 $0 $0
2020 $3,167 $48,440 $0 $0
2019 $2,061 $41,920 $0 $0
2018 $2,027 $36,440 $0 $0
2017 $1,987 $35,590 $0 $0
2016 $1,965 $31,260 $0 $0
2015 -- $28,320 $0 $0
2014 -- $24,300 $0 $0
2011 -- $27,020 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20261041023

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APN: 25-35-207-024

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