NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2557 Lake Charnwood Dr Troy, MI 48098

Estimated Value: $597,000 - $720,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,638 Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 12, 2021

Last sale price $649,000 $246 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,161/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • 1.04 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Beach Access
  • Lake Privileges
  • Ground Level Unit

About This Home

As of August 2021

Perfect family home on Lake Charnwood waterfront beauty. Almost completely remodeled with over $200,000 in improvements. Panoramic lake views on an acre. Just minutes from downtown Birmingham. Key elements include whole house generator; security system. A high design gourmet's dream kitchen with exotic quartz countertops. All new high end appliances includes new washer and dryer. A master suite with his and hers closets. Lower level has a wet bar with wine cooler, bar refrigerator and fireplace. House has 6 door walls, 3 walkout levels and large deck. All have exceptional lake views. Water for lawn irrigation pumped from lake.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jack Christenson

Century 21 Professionals Troy License #6502397095 Listed on: 06/29/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Jack Christenson

Century 21 Professionals Troy License #6502397095 Listed on: 06/29/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

  • 1.04 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 170x220
  • Private Waterfront
  • 170 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $17 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Quad-Level Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Chimney Cap

Interior Spaces

  • 2,638 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar Fridge
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Security System Owned
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Double Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Built-In Electric Range
  • Indoor Grill
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Wine Cooler
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Whole House Permanent Generator
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Standby Generator
  • Ground Level Unit

Community Details

  • Charnwood Hills No 1 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2006176010
  • $13,750 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,777

Year Built

Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$17 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Split Level
  • Architecture Level: Quad-Level
  • Year Built: 1961
  • State Equalized Value: 223500.0000
  • Year Renovated: 2021
  • Accessibility Features: Standby Generator
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, High Spd Internet Avail, Humidifier, Security Alarm (owned), Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Locations: Family Room, Living Room
  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Kitchen Appliances: ENERGY STAR® qualified washer, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Cooler, Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Bar Fridge
  • Sq Ft Combined: 3538
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 900
  • Total Sq Ft: 2638
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1044

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Waterfront Name: Lake Charnwood
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Brick
  • Exclusions: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Whole House Generator, Chimney Cap(s), Lighting
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Frontage Feet: 170
  • Porch Type: Porch - Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Patio - Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Water Frontage Feet: 170.00
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Access, Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Private Water Frontage, Water Front

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 2.5 Car
  • Garage Features: Direct Access, Electricity, Door Opener, Attached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Avondale

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Sprinkler(s), Water View
  • Lot Size Area: 1.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 170x220
  • Parcel Number: 2006176010

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 8451.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 3326.0000
  • Total Tax: 11777.0000
  • Taxable Value: 223500.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Avondale

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2024
Sold by
Buffa Gasper and Buffa Theresa
Bought by
Buffa Gasper and Buffa Theresa
Current Estimated Value
$657,536

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2021
Closed on
Aug 12, 2021
Sold by
Christenson Jack D and Christenson Jack D
Bought by
Buffa Gasper and Buffa Theresa
Seller's Agent
Jack Christenson
Century 21 Professionals Troy
Buyer's Agent
Jack Christenson
Century 21 Professionals Troy
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$649,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-3.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.31%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2019
Closed on
Aug 1, 2019
Sold by
Seitz James W and Seitz Jerome Seitz Revocable Livin
Bought by
Christenson Jack D and Christenson Iii Revocab Jack D
Seller's Agent
Kyle Desmond
The Agency Hall & Hunter
Buyer's Agent
Jack Christenson
Century 21 Professionals Troy
List Price
$379,000
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-6.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
34.61%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2015
Closed on
May 18, 2015
Sold by
Foxwell Lauretta A and Foxwell Trust
Bought by
Seitz H Jerome and H Jerome Seitz Revocable Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Pamela Colombo
Cranbrook Associates-Birm
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Colombo
Cranbrook Associates-Birm
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$380,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2003
Sold by
Foxwell William John and Foxwell Lauretta A
Bought by
Foxwell William John and Foxwell Lauretta A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Buffa Gasper -- None Listed On Document
Buffa Gasper -- None Listed On Document
Buffa Gasper $649,000 None Available
Christenson Jack D $355,000 Title One Inc
Seitz H Jerome $380,000 Liberty Title
Foxwell William John -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/12/2021 08/12/21 Sold $649,000 0.0% $246 / Sq Ft
07/13/2021 07/13/21 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2021 07/02/21 Price Changed $649,000 -3.9% $246 / Sq Ft
06/29/2021 06/29/21 For Sale $675,000 +90.1% $256 / Sq Ft
08/01/2019 08/01/19 Sold $355,000 -6.3% $135 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/21/2019 07/21/19 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2019 07/16/19 For Sale $379,000 -0.3% $144 / Sq Ft
05/18/2015 05/18/15 Sold $380,000 0.0% $144 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/02/2015 05/02/15 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2015 05/02/15 For Sale $380,000 -- $144 / 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
2022 $6,906 $231,300 $0 $0
2015 $7,994 $182,390 $0 $0
2014 -- $160,540 $0 $0
2011 -- $172,160 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jack Christenson

    Century 21 Professionals Troy

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Kyle Desmond

    The Agency Hall & Hunter

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  • Michael Perrotta

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Michael Perrotta

    The Agency Hall & Hunter

    (248) 672-0494

    5 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Michael Perrotta
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  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Pamela Colombo

    Cranbrook Associates-Birm

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 2210050955

Realcomp

APN: 20-06-176-010

Michigan Oakland County Troy 48098

2557 Lake Charnwood Dr, Troy, MI

This home is located at 2557 Lake Charnwood Dr, Troy, MI 48098 since 29 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $657,536, approximately $249 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 2557 Lake Charnwood Dr is a home located in Oakland County with nearby schools including Auburn Elementary School, Avondale Middle School, and Avondale High School.

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