$565,000
SOLD JUN 3, 2025

251 Merriweather Rd Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,215 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$176 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • Kerby Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of June 2025

Lovingly maintained by the same family for over 55 years, this traditional center-entry Colonial offers character, craftsmanship, and mechanical peace of mind in a highly desirable neighborhood. Classic architectural details abound, including two striking floor-to-ceiling bay windows—one in the living room with gas fireplace, the other in the formal dining room—along with elegant wainscoting, cove ceilings, a ceiling medallion, and a brass chandelier. Beautiful black walnut pegged floors run throughout the first floor. The updated eat-in kitchen features warm wood cabinetry, newer appliances including refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, and an efficient layout. A cozy wood-paneled den provides the perfect retreat or home office. Upstairs are four bedrooms and two full baths, including a primary suite with a walk-in shower and dual closets. Oak hardwood floors extend through the bedrooms, hallway, and stairway. The finished basement includes a clean, dry recreation room and a spacious combination laundry room and workshop. A semi-enclosed breezeway connects the house to a two-car garage with storage lofts and has rooftop access from the second floor. Additional highlights include a wide driveway with newer cement, a slate patio for outdoor enjoyment, original six-panel doors with impeccably kept hardware, a sump pump with battery backup, and newer Pella windows throughout. While offering an ideal canvas for cosmetic updates, this is a rare opportunity to own a true classic in a cherished neighborhood.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Charles Krasner

Sine & Monaghan LLC License #MISPE-6501373961 Listed on: 05/01/2025

Sine & Monaghan LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Marian Grout

DOBI Real Estate License #6501274842

DOBI Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 119
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Whole House Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Brick Basement
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Balcony
  • Breezeway

Schools

  • Kerby Elementary School
  • Brownell Middle School
  • Grosse Pointe South High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 38-010-02-0088-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Merriweather Park Sub Subdivision

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Spa
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,965

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: MiRealSource
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Colonial
  • Structure Style: 2 Story
  • Flood Insurance: Not Required
  • Total Tax Amount: 7965
  • Total Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Mail City: Grosse Pointe Farms
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Fireplace, LivRoom Fireplace
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block, Partially Finished, Brick
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 1: On 2nd Floor, Dimensions: 17 x 13
  • Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: On 2nd Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 13
  • Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Wood
  • Bedroom 3: On 2nd Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Wood
  • Bedroom 4: On 2nd Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 9
  • Bedroom 4 Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom 1: Dimensions: 8 x 6, On Level: Second, Flooring: Ceramic
  • Bathroom 2: Dimensions: 7 x 7, On Level: Second, Flooring: Ceramic
  • Room Types: Breezeway, Den/Study/Lib, Living Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 14 x 13
  • Dining Room Floor Covering: Wood
  • Kitchen: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 16 x 13
  • Kitchen Floor Covering: Ceramic
  • Library Den: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 11 x 9
  • Library Den Floor Covering: Wood
  • Living Room: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 23 x 13
  • Living Room Floor Covering: Wood
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1125
  • Finished Below Grade Sq Ft: 929
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2286
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3215
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Brick, Vinyl Trim, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Balcony, Lawn Sprinkler
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Frontage: 50
  • Frontage Type: Road

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public At Street
  • Water: Public Water at Street
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C, Whole House Fan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Marina, Park, Playground, Pool/Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Beach Area

Schools

  • Elementary School: Kerby
  • Middle School: Brownell
  • High School: Grosse Pointe South

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 38-010-02-0088-000
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 119
  • Acreage: 0.14
  • Geo Subdivision: MI

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $4,153.00
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $3,812.00
  • Total Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $7,965.00

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Kerby
  • Middle School: Brownell
  • School District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
  • HighSchool: Grosse Pointe South

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Jun 3, 2025
Sold by
Burton Donald E
Bought by
Fisher John and Birchall Kyra
Seller's Agent
Charles Krasner
Sine & Monaghan LLC
Buyer's Agent
Marian Grout
DOBI Real Estate
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
7.62%
Views
42
Current Estimated Value
$557,191

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,809
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2016
Sold by
Burton Donald E and Burton Lara J
Bought by
Burton Donald E and Burton Bruce George
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $565,000 Ata National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Sold $565,000 +7.6% $176 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $525,000 -- $163 / Sq Ft
Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

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 $4,153 $242,200 $0 $0
2024 $4,153 $227,900 $0 $0
2023 $3,804 $210,000 $0 $0
2022 $3,804 $193,000 $0 $0
2021 $6,981 $183,500 $0 $0
2019 $6,864 $175,100 $0 $0
2018 $3,513 $163,900 $0 $0
2017 $6,095 $159,900 $0 $0
2016 $6,389 $152,700 $0 $0
2015 $12,655 $140,900 $0 $0
2013 $12,260 $122,600 $0 $0
2012 $3,197 $120,200 $30,600 $89,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 50173185

Michigan Multiple Listing Service

APN: 38-010-02-0088-000