NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 University St Ferndale, MI 48220

Estimated Value: $250,000 - $273,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,088 Sq Ft
$242/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 01, 2021

Last sale price $225,000 $207 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,872/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • 3-minute walk to Wilson Park

About This Home

As of September 2021

Great location only 6 blocks from the city center for this Ferndale Craftsman Colonial set on an extra wide lot. Inviting covered front porch enters to Bright Living Rm and spacious Dining Rm boasting beautiful natural Oak woodwork and open staircase. Sparkling white kitchen comes complete w/newer Stainless fridge, gas range, dishwasher and door to deck overlooking large, fenced yard perfect for the gardener. Upstairs find a newly remodeled bath with grey vanity and quartz counter plus 3 good sized bedrooms. Nicely refinished hardwood floors throughout. Newer windows, furnace and A/C. Includes NEST thermostat and Ring doorbell plus a new Tuff Shed for extra storage. No shuffling cars with the double-wide drive also perfect for guests. Nice location adjacent to newly built neighboorhood and Ferndale’s Wilson Park and Dog Park one block east. Must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sal Impastato

The Agency Hall & Hunter License #6501231455 Listed on: 08/05/2021

The Agency Hall & Hunter

Co-Listed By

Mark Bess

The Agency Hall & Hunter License #6501384174

Last Buyer's Agent

Jolene Jacobs

KW Metro License #RCO-6501393842

KW Metro

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x109x45x109
  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,088 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • The Little Farms Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2534253034

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,464

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Colonial, Craftsman
  • Architecture Level: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1919
  • State Equalized Value: 81230.0000
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, High Spd Internet Avail, Humidifier, Programmable Thermostat
  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, ENERGY STAR® qualified refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Sq Ft Combined: 1088
  • Total Sq Ft: 1088
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 544

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Exclusions: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Fenced
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Frontage Feet: 45
  • Porch Type: Porch - Covered, Deck, Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Pub. Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: No Garage

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Ferndale

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 45x109x45x109
  • Parcel Number: 2534253034

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2385.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 79.0000
  • Total Tax: 2464.0000
  • Taxable Value: 42540.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ferndale

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2025
Sold by
Gallardo Christina M and Hornsby Jamie M
Bought by
Gallardo Christina M and Hornsby Jamie M
Current Estimated Value
$264,124

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2021
Closed on
Sep 1, 2021
Sold by
Dye Matthew T and Shea Brenda
Bought by
Gallardo Christina M and Hornsby Jamie M
Seller's Agent
Sal Impastato
The Agency Hall & Hunter
Buyer's Agent
Jolene Jacobs
KW Metro
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
4.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.72%
Original Mortgage
$168,750
Interest Rate
2.87%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2015
Closed on
Dec 29, 2015
Sold by
Lupu Christy Rae
Bought by
Dye Matthew T and Shea Brenda
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Juska
Century 21 Town & Country-Troy
Buyer's Agent
. Non Mls Member
NON MLS Member
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$143,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,900
-10.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.31%
Original Mortgage
$140,389
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2000
Sold by
Ricci Michael
Bought by
Lupu Christy R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,800
Interest Rate
8.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1995
Sold by
Daldine Karen E
Bought by
Goike Richard T and Goike Tammy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,150
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gallardo Christina M -- None Listed On Document
Gallardo Christina M $225,000 Equity Title Agency Llc
Gallardo Christina M $225,000 Equity Title Agency Llc
Dye Matthew T $143,000 Title One Inc
Lupu Christy R $124,000 --
Goike Richard T $57,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gallardo Christina M $168,750
Previous Owner Dye Matthew T $140,389
Previous Owner Lupu Christy Rae $110,155
Previous Owner Lupu Christy R $117,800
Previous Owner Goike Richard T $54,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2021 09/01/21 Sold $225,000 +4.7% $207 / Sq Ft
08/09/2021 08/09/21 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2021 08/05/21 For Sale $215,000 +50.3% $198 / Sq Ft
12/29/2015 12/29/15 Sold $143,000 -4.6% $131 / Sq Ft
11/23/2015 11/23/15 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2015 10/09/15 Price Changed $149,900 -6.3% $138 / Sq Ft
09/08/2015 09/08/15 For Sale $159,900 -- $147 / 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
2024 $5,113 $102,840 $0 $0
2023 $4,972 $99,930 $0 $0
2022 $5,004 $92,500 $0 $0
2021 $2,514 $84,270 $0 $0
2020 $2,385 $81,230 $0 $0
2019 $2,422 $73,570 $0 $0
2018 $2,431 $64,240 $0 $0
2017 $2,400 $62,140 $0 $0
2016 $2,369 $39,600 $0 $0
2015 -- $33,910 $0 $0
2014 -- $29,140 $0 $0
2011 -- $33,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 2210061772

Realcomp

APN: 25-34-253-034