$310,000
SOLD AUG 18, 2025

438 Colonial Ct Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,388 Sq Ft
6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$223 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Garage
  • John Monteith Elementary School Rated A-
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Patio

About This Home

As of August 2025

Not your run of the mill 2 bedroom 1.5 bath ranch! This one has curb appeal, charm, and character plus a stellar Grosse Pointe Farms location nestled deep on a quiet court yet close to schools and shopping. Step inside to a vestibule that leads to a large formal living room with a cozy gas fireplace and dining room that flows effortlessly off the living space. Hardwood floors throughout and lots of storage space. The kitchen features newer appliances and a cherry breakfast nook. One bedroom includes its own private adjoining bath and the full bath is centrally located for convenience. A true bonus is the heated 4 seasons room offering picture perfect views of the well landscaped manageable back yard with a patio. Head downstairs to a rec room complete with a bar and 1/2 bath. Perfect for the sizing down or first time buyer and great condo alternative! Certificate of Occupancy has been completed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeanne Coyle

Real Estate One GPF License #6501206329 Listed on: 07/28/2025

Real Estate One GPF

Last Buyer's Agent

Brittany Schooley

Quest Realty LLC License #6501439178

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x120

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,388 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Sewer in Street
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 38001040042000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Colonial Farms Sub Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,255

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Architecture Level: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1948
  • State Equalized Value: 148600.0000
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Circuit Breakers
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Locations: Living Room
  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Bath/Stubbed
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Sq Ft Combined: 1685
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 297
  • Total Sq Ft: 1388
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1266

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Frontage Feet: 55
  • Porch Type: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 1 Car
  • Garage Features: Direct Access, Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Front
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary), Sewer at Street
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal), Water at Street
  • Laundry Facilities: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Grosse Pointe

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 55X120
  • Parcel Number: 38001040042000

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2740.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 2515.0000
  • Total Tax: 5255.0000
  • Taxable Value: 103972.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Grosse Pointe

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2014
Sold by
The Thomas E Armstrong & Betsy B Armstro
Bought by
The Thomas E Armstrong & Betsy B Armstro

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2006
Sold by
Armstrong Betsy and Armstrong Thomas E
Bought by
The Thomas E Armstrong & Betsy Armstrong

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 1997
Sold by
Thomas W and Thomas Jennifer A
Bought by
Thomas E and Thomas Betsy Armstrong
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
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Metropolitan Title Company
Deed $160,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $7,500 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $7,500 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Sold $310,000 -3.1% $223 / Sq Ft
08/07/2025 08/07/25 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2025 07/28/25 For Sale $320,000 -- $231 / 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
2025 $2,740 $162,500 $0 $0
2024 $2,740 $148,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,510 $136,500 $0 $0
2022 $2,510 $125,700 $0 $0
2021 $4,606 $116,100 $0 $0
2019 $4,529 $104,700 $0 $0
2018 $2,318 $96,600 $0 $0
2017 $4,022 $94,200 $0 $0
2016 $4,216 $92,500 $0 $0
2015 $8,351 $92,100 $0 $0
2013 $8,090 $80,900 $0 $0
2012 $2,153 $80,900 $23,400 $57,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20251021317

Realcomp

APN: 38-001-04-0042-000