NOT LISTED FOR SALE

279 Vester St Ferndale, MI 48220

Ferndale Area

Estimated Value: $257,764 - $300,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 30, 2018

Last sale price $190,000 $158 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,940 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Home Security System

About This Home

As of May 2018

Within walking distance of vibrant Downtown Ferndale, this updated bungalow offers an inviting front porch,terrific open floor plan and huge living/dining room combo with exposed hardwood floors. The renovated bathroom features ceramic subway tiles, while the updated kitchen has a skylight,breakfast bar, concrete countertops and new appliances. The first floor laundry leads to the deck and a large fenced in backyard. A spacious, carpeted second floor offers expandable areas for walk-in closets and storage. Many upgrades, Alley Access Parking, Plenty of room to build a garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lynne Maxwell

Real Estate One Grosse Pointe License #MISPE-6501392019 Listed on: 03/29/2018

Real Estate One Grosse Pointe

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Hill

Metropolitan Real Estate Group License #RCO-6501393763

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 30 x 131.5
  • Fenced Yard

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • Astons Of Knowles Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 25-27-453-035

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,083

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: MiRealSource
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Bungalow
  • Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
  • Total Tax Amount: 4082.65
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Mail City: Ferndale
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable/Internet Avail., Ceramic Floors, Hardwood Floors, Security System, Walk-In Closet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 11 x 10
  • Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Wood
  • Bedroom 3: On 2nd Floor, Dimensions: 15 x 13
  • Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Entry
  • Kitchen: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 9 x 11
  • Kitchen Floor Covering: Ceramic
  • Laundry: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Laundry Room Floor Covering: Ceramic
  • Living Room: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 12 x 12
  • Living Room Floor Covering: Wood
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1200

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Porch, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Foundation: Piller/Post/Pier
  • Frontage: 30
  • Road: Curbed, Paved Street, City/County

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sanitary
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 25-27-453-035
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 30 x 131.5
  • Acreage: 0.09
  • Geo Subdivision: MI

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2017, Amount: $3,960.22
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2017, Amount: $122.43
  • Total Tax: Amount: $4,082.65

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ferndale City School District

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$277,691

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$216,015
Interest Rate
0.03%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 29, 2018
Closed on
May 25, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lynne Maxwell
Real Estate One Grosse Pointe
Buyer's Agent
Brian Hill
Metropolitan Real Estate Group
List Price
$199,000
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-4.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$180,500
Interest Rate
0.045%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2016
Closed on
Oct 21, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Judy Palmer
RE/MAX Showcase Homes
Buyer's Agent
Non Participant
Non Realcomp Office
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.57%
Original Mortgage
$158,332
Interest Rate
0.0348%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$220,000 Sterling Title Agency
$185,701 None Available
$190,000 Ata National Title Group
$155,000 None Available
-- Partners Title Agency Llc
$136,000 Metropolitan Title Company
$24,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $55,000
Open $214,483
Closed $216,015
Previous Owner $180,500
Previous Owner $158,332
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/30/2018 05/30/18 Sold $190,000 -4.5% $158 / Sq Ft
04/01/2018 04/01/18 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2018 03/29/18 For Sale $199,000 +28.4% $166 / Sq Ft
10/24/2016 10/24/16 Sold $155,000 -3.1% $129 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/05/2016 08/05/16 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2016 08/01/16 For Sale $159,900 0.0% $133 / Sq Ft
07/29/2016 07/29/16 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2016 07/17/16 Price Changed $159,900 0.0% $133 / Sq Ft
07/17/2016 07/17/16 For Sale $159,900 -5.7% $133 / Sq Ft
06/28/2016 06/28/16 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2016 06/21/16 For Sale $169,525 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
08/02/2012 08/02/12 Rented $900 0.0% --
07/27/2012 07/27/12 Under Contract -- -- --
07/25/2012 07/25/12 For Rent $900 -- --
Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

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 $5,119 $106,120 $0 $0
2024 $5,061 $100,880 $0 $0
2023 $5,084 $99,390 $0 $0
2022 $5,257 $97,340 $0 $0
2021 $5,300 $94,430 $0 $0
2020 $4,443 $87,930 $0 $0
2019 $4,516 $80,550 $0 $0
2018 $4,045 $69,860 $0 $0
2017 $4,083 $70,030 $0 $0
2016 $2,522 $48,400 $0 $0
2015 -- $45,250 $0 $0
2014 -- $40,780 $0 $0
2011 -- $33,760 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Lynne Maxwell

    Real Estate One Grosse Pointe

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  • Brian Hill

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Brian Hill

    Metropolitan Real Estate Group

    (248) 735-5860

    130 Total Sales

    Brian Hill
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  • Judy Palmer

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Judy Palmer

    RE/MAX

    (248) 568-0338

    87 Total Sales

    Judy Palmer
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Non Participant

    Non Realcomp Office

  • U

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Unidentified Agent

    Unidentified Office

  • N

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Nena Lowry

    KW Showcase Realty

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Map

Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 31343429

Michigan Multiple Listing Service

APN: 25-27-453-035

Michigan Oakland County Ferndale 48220

279 Vester St, Ferndale, MI

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