$2,200,000
SOLD MAY 7, 2025

287 W Brown St Birmingham, MI 48009

3 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,395 Sq Ft
$1,250/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$648 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Brownstone
  • Deck
  • Pierce Elementary School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 2-minute walk to Shain Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

This exquisite Brownstone offers refined living right in the heart of Downtown Birmingham. Sophisticated design, high-end finishes & modern conveniences. Filled with natural light, the home showcases intricate moldings, rich dark hardwood floors, custom built-ins & five elegant gas fireplaces. A private elevator provides effortless access to all levels. Gracious entry opens to the bright & inviting living room, highlighted by a large bay window, built-in bookshelves and a statement fireplace. The formal dining room boasts an elegant coffered ceiling & detailed moldings. A beautifully designed butler’s pantry and wet bar with wine refrigeration and glass cabinetry leads to the chef’s kitchen, which is equipped w/ Wolf & Subzero stainless steel appliances, marble counters & bar seating. The open-concept breakfast nook & family room feature French doors that extend to a full-width bluestone terrace, perfect for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. A stylish powder room completes the entry level of the home. The second level is host to a luxurious Primary Suite, offering a private terrace, fireplace, a spa-inspired marble bath with dual sinks, separate vanity area, freestanding soaking tub, refrigerator and an oversized Euro shower. The Primary suite also includes a grand, custom walk-in closet. A secondary En-suite bedroom with soaring cathedral ceilings, fireplace, private bath and walk-in closet. A spacious, light-filled laundry room is also located on the second level. The third level offers endless possibilities for a light and bright 3rd bedroom suite with full bath or a flex space for in-home office or fitness. The newly renovated lower level offers function & comfort, featuring a cozy gathering area, wet bar, full bath, and mudroom with direct access to the attached two-car garage. With its unparalleled craftmanship, luxurious amenities & prime location, this remarkable home is a rare offering in Birmingham’s most sought-after area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Meredith Colburn

The Agency Hall & Hunter License #6501264181 Listed on: 04/10/2025

The Agency Hall & Hunter

Last Buyer's Agent

John Apap

@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham License #6501293592

@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

HOA Fees

  • $1,250 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,395 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • Bar Fridge
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Warming Drawer
  • Microwave
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Wine Cooler
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Private Entrance
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1936187002

Community Details

Overview

  • Josh Otting Lawyers Condo Managment Association

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,818

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Architecture Style: Townhouse, Brownstone
  • Architecture Level: 3 Story
  • Assessment: 412.00
  • Year Built: 2005
  • State Equalized Value: 996660.0000
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Smoke Alarm, Carbon Monoxide Alarm(s), Central Vacuum, Elevator/Lift, Entrance Foyer, High Spd Internet Avail, Programmable Thermostat, Sound System, Furnished - No, Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Locations: Basement, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Room Count: 17
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Cooler, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Warming Drawer, Washer, Wine Refrigerator, Bar Fridge
  • Sq Ft Combined: 4713
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 1318
  • Total Sq Ft: 3395
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1318

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Entry
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Porch Type: Balcony, Deck, Terrace
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Pub. Sidewalk
  • Sideof Street: S

Garage/Parking

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: josh@lawyerscondomgmt.com
  • Association Fee: 1250
  • Association Contact: Josh Otting Lawyers Condo Managment
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Birmingham

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 1936187002

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 22151.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 2667.0000
  • Total Tax: 24818.0000
  • Taxable Value: 638250.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Birmingham

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Eric D Sachs Revocable Trust and Sachs Eric D
Bought by
Automotive Global Components Inc
Seller's Agent
Meredith Colburn
The Agency Hall & Hunter
Buyer's Agent
John Apap
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-4.14%
Views
54

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2015
Sold by
Sachs Eric D
Bought by
Sachs Eric D and Eric D Sachs Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2013
Sold by
Great Lakes Custom Builders Llc
Bought by
Sachs Eric D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,085,600
Interest Rate
3.38%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,200,000 Equity Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $1,357,000 Devon Title Agency
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,085,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Sold $2,200,000 -4.1% $648 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $2,295,000 -- $676 / 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 $22,151 $996,660 $0 $0
2023 $20,831 $983,440 $0 $0
2022 $22,554 $980,080 $0 $0
2021 $22,533 $950,880 $0 $0
2020 $20,076 $861,530 $0 $0
2019 $22,719 $842,850 $0 $0
2018 $22,545 $724,700 $0 $0
2017 $22,506 $708,380 $0 $0
2016 $22,548 $698,110 $0 $0
2015 -- $604,160 $0 $0
2014 -- $504,580 $0 $0
2011 -- $370,320 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20250021554

Realcomp

APN: 19-36-187-002