NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2805 Benjamin Ave Royal Oak, MI 48073

Estimated Value: $402,000 - $464,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,217 Sq Ft
$351/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 12, 2016

Last sale price $260,000 $214 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,612/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Royal Oak High School Rated 9+
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2016

Wait until you open the front door, this home is ready for you! Beautifully maintained ranch with open flowing floor plan that is warm and inviting. Large windows offer plenty of daylight as well as recessed lighting. Updated bath - limestone tile. Updated kitchen cabinets, newer slate flooring & a quaint corner bar eating area. Master bedroom conveniently tucked away for privacy with walk-in closet. Finished basement has 2 entertainment areas, separate laundry area & even a storage room w/door. Tranquil, private, fenced yard, large stamped concrete patio for summer entertaining & enough room for a vegetable garden and perennials. Concrete driveway with gate to keep pets and children safe. Newer windows. Oversized two car garage with built-in shelves & rafter storage. Nothing to do but move in. Walking distance to Addams elementary! Conveniently located off Woodward between downtown Royal Oak and Birmingham. Easy access to markets, parks, dining, shopping, and nightlife. BATVAM

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janelle Kunz

National Realty Centers, Inc License #6501333447 Listed on: 07/07/2016

National Realty Centers, Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Ripinski

Century 21 Curran & Oberski License #6501304444

Century 21 Curran & Oberski

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x137

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,217 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Starr Garden Farms Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2508181021

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,113

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Architecture Level: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, High Spd Internet Avail, Humidifier
  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Interior Entry (Interior Access), Partially Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range/Stove
  • Sq Ft Combined: 1717
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 500
  • Total Sq Ft: 1217
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 847

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Block/Concrete/Masonry, Stone, Vinyl
  • Construction Features: Platted Sub.
  • Exclusions: Yes
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Frontage Feet: 50
  • Porch Type: Patio, Porch - Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Sideof Street: W

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 2 Car
  • Garage Features: Detached, Direct Access, Door Opener, Electricity
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)
  • Laundry Facilities: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Royal Oak

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • List Price per Acre: 1656250.0000
  • Lot Size Area: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x137
  • Parcel Number: 2508181021

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2503.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 610.0000
  • Total Tax: 3113.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Royal Oak

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2016
Closed on
Aug 12, 2016
Sold by
Bowman Jeffery and Bowman Amy
Bought by
Bieniek John E and Bieniek Terran L
Seller's Agent
Janelle Kunz
National Realty Centers, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Michael Ripinski
Century 21 Curran & Oberski
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.89%
Current Estimated Value
$427,225

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$167,225
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.57%
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Outstanding Balance
$183,097
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$244,128

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2004
Sold by
Madden Margaret M and Shelly Margaret M
Bought by
Bowman Jeffrey and Bowman Amy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,600
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 1996
Sold by
Richards Philip W
Bought by
Shelly Margaret M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,500
Interest Rate
7.07%
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
Bieniek John E $260,000 First American Title Ins Co
Bowman Jeffrey $178,000 --
Shelly Margaret M $125,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bieniek John E $230,000
Previous Owner Bowman Jeffrey $35,600
Previous Owner Shelly Margaret M $112,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/12/2016 08/12/16 Sold $260,000 -1.9% $214 / Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2016 07/07/16 For Sale $265,000 -- $218 / 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 $4,150 $154,210 $0 $0
2022 $4,903 $141,540 $0 $0
2020 $4,032 $131,080 $0 $0
2018 $4,903 $118,790 $0 $0
2017 $4,876 $118,790 $0 $0
2015 -- $79,270 $0 $0
2014 -- $73,230 $0 $0
2011 -- $70,370 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Janelle Kunz

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Janelle Kunz

    National Realty Centers, Inc

    (248) 701-4493

    23 Total Sales

    Janelle Kunz
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  • Michael Ripinski

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Michael Ripinski

    Century 21 Curran & Oberski

    (248) 789-2735

    13 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Michael Ripinski
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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 216066782

Realcomp

APN: 25-08-181-021

Michigan Oakland County Royal Oak 48073

2805 Benjamin Ave, Royal Oak, MI

This home is located at 2805 Benjamin Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073 since 07 July 2016 and is currently estimated at $427,225, approximately $351 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 2805 Benjamin Ave is a home located in Oakland County with nearby schools including Addams Elementary, Royal Oak Middle School, and Royal Oak High School.

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