488 Willits St Birmingham, MI 48009
Birmingham AreaEstimated payment $12,257/month
Highlights
- Water Views
- Hilly Lot
- 5-minute walk to Shain Park
- Pierce Elementary School Rated A
About This Lot
An extraordinary opportunity to build something truly one-of-a-kind in the heart of
Birmingham. One of the last remaining buildable properties on coveted Willits Street,
this exceptional site offers a combination of attributes rarely found anywhere in
Birmingham: an elevated setting with unobstructed views of the Rouge River and
Birmingham Nature Trail, while being just steps from downtown’s acclaimed restaurants,
shopping and vibrant city life.
Set above the river and surrounded by mature trees and nature, the property offers a
remarkable sense of privacy and tranquility while being just moments from everything
downtown Birmingham has to offer. This rare combination of a walkable downtown
location and an expansive natural setting is what makes this property truly special.
Adding to its rarity, 504 Willits is also currently available for purchase, creating an
extraordinary opportunity to combine the two properties and create an estate-sized
homesite in the heart of downtown Birmingham. Interested parties are encouraged to
contact the Listing Agent for details regarding the potential combination of the
properties.
For those seeking the ultimate downtown retreat, the two properties could offer the
ability to build a substantial estate home on one lot and a private pool and poolhouse on
the other, subject to applicable zoning and approvals.
Plans have been developed for the property and are available for review, providing a
vision for what can be created on this exceptional site. Buyers may elect to work with
AG Design & Build to bring the vision to life or engage their own architect, builder and
design team.
Property Details
Property Type
- Land
Est. Annual Taxes
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 59.84x120
- Hilly Lot
Additional Features
- Water Views
- Sewer in Street
Community Details
- Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1925376040
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $18,564 | $454,060 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $10,216 | $422,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $9,749 | $377,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $11,753 | $347,590 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $11,297 | $320,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $8,959 | $324,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $11,099 | $318,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $10,852 | $306,310 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $10,697 | $305,790 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $10,651 | $295,810 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $270,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $225,630 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $203,420 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2026 09/04/26 | For Sale | $1,899,000 | +93.8% | -- | |
| 12/16/2024 12/16/24 | Sold | $980,000 | -6.7% | $374 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/18/2024 11/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/08/2024 11/08/24 | Price Changed | $1,050,000 | -4.5% | $401 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/14/2024 10/14/24 | Price Changed | $1,099,900 | -2.7% | $420 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Price Changed | $1,129,900 | -1.7% | $431 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/10/2024 09/10/24 | Price Changed | $1,149,900 | -4.2% | $439 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/14/2024 08/14/24 | Price Changed | $1,199,900 | -7.3% | $458 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/09/2024 08/09/24 | Price Changed | $1,294,900 | -4.1% | $494 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/05/2024 08/05/24 | Price Changed | $1,349,900 | -3.6% | $515 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/17/2024 07/17/24 | Price Changed | $1,399,900 | -3.4% | $534 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/21/2024 06/21/24 | Price Changed | $1,449,900 | -3.3% | $553 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/30/2024 05/30/24 | For Sale | $1,499,900 | 0.0% | $572 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/07/2023 04/07/23 | Rented | $12,500 | +31.6% | -- | |
| 03/08/2023 03/08/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/27/2023 02/27/23 | For Rent | $9,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/06/2023 02/06/23 | Off Market | $9,500 | -- | -- | |
| 12/02/2022 12/02/22 | Price Changed | $9,500 | -9.5% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/07/2022 10/07/22 | For Rent | $10,500 | -30.0% | -- | |
| 05/09/2022 05/09/22 | Rented | $15,000 | +42.9% | -- | |
| 04/01/2022 04/01/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/17/2022 03/17/22 | For Rent | $10,500 | +84.2% | -- | |
| 05/14/2018 05/14/18 | Rented | $5,700 | -3.4% | -- | |
| 03/22/2018 03/22/18 | For Rent | $5,900 | +21.6% | -- | |
| 06/06/2017 06/06/17 | Rented | $4,850 | -3.0% | -- | |
| 05/26/2017 05/26/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/01/2017 03/01/17 | For Rent | $5,000 | +25.0% | -- | |
| 02/25/2015 02/25/15 | Rented | $4,000 | -27.3% | -- | |
| 02/21/2015 02/21/15 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/15/2014 04/15/14 | For Rent | $5,500 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Twenty Two Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $980,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Land Title |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,298,450 | Construction |
Source: Realcomp
MLS Number: 20261071120
APN: 19-25-376-040
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Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Ten-X, local REALTOR®- Arlene Richardson - (888)-952-6393
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