NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2805 Benjamin Ave Royal Oak, MI 48073

Royal Oak Area

Estimated Value: $439,622

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,217 Sq Ft
$361/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 12, 2016

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

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,836 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Royal Oak High School Rated A-
  • 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

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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

6,970 Sq Ft Lot

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
  • 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
  • Total Sq Ft: 1217

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Block/Concrete/Masonry, Stone, Vinyl
  • Construction Features: Platted Sub.
  • Exclusions: Yes
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • 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

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

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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
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
$439,622

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$179,622
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.33%
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Royal Oak, MI

  • Ereny Gaied Real Estate Agent - Century 21 Professionals Troy

    Ereny Gaied

    Century 21 Professionals Troy

    (989) 368-2145

    67 Total Sales

    1 in Royal Oak

    $280,000 Price

    Ereny Gaied
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  • Maria Reyes Real Estate Agent - Epique Realty

    Maria Reyes

    Epique Realty

    (248) 965-1631

    105 Total Sales

    1 in Royal Oak

    $200,000 Price

    Maria Reyes
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  • Garry Chaney Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty NB

    Garry Chaney

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty NB

    (810) 339-4966

    62 Total Sales

    1 in Royal Oak

    $380,000 Price

    Garry Chaney
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  • David Jacobson GRI, ABR, CLHMS Real Estate Agent - Realty Executives Home Towne Chesterfield

    David Jacobson GRI, ABR, CLHMS

    Realty Executives Home Towne Chesterfield

    (517) 701-3171

    123 Total Sales

    1 in Royal Oak

    $320,000 Price

    David Jacobson GRI, ABR, CLHMS
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  • Russell Glide Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX First

    Russell Glide

    RE/MAX First

    (989) 368-2842

    63 Total Sales

    1 in Royal Oak

    $266,000 Price

    Russell Glide
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  • Douglas Seley Real Estate Agent - Epique Inc.

    Douglas Seley

    Epique Inc.

    (947) 221-5989

    66 Total Sales

    3 in Royal Oak

    $250K - $343K Price Range

    Douglas Seley
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$260,000 First American Title Ins Co
Bowman Jeffrey $178,000 --
Shelly Margaret M $125,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $215,000
Closed Bieniek John E $230,000
Previous Owner Bowman Jeffrey $121,000
Previous Owner Bowman Jeffery H $36,300
Previous Owner Bowman Jeffrey $35,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

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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
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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 $4,248 $168,120 $0 $0
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 Real Estate Agent - National Realty Centers, Inc

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Janelle Kunz

    National Realty Centers, Inc

    (248) 701-4493

    20 Total Sales

    Janelle Kunz
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Michael Ripinski

    Century 21 Curran & Oberski

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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

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