NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5131 Commonwealth St Detroit, MI 48208

Woodbridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $311,000 - $434,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,631 Sq Ft
$139/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2023

Last sale price $275,000 $105 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,415/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Cass Technical High School Rated 10
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of November 2023

Welcome to 5131 Commonwealth. Step into history with this beautiful Victorian home in Woodbridge. Vintage details includes high ceiling parlor/family room with several windows for plenty of sunshine; mix of hardwood and carpet floors; wainscotting, grand multiple staircases to connect various levels and parlor room.

The first level offers a full kitchen and a bathroom fully plumbed for shower/tub. The kitchen boasts an adjacent butler's pantry.

2nd level offers two bedrooms. laundry and office space with two staircases; 3rd level offers a huge space for entertaining/storage or as a bedroom. All bedrooms on the second floor offer versatile space and laundry room with huge closet.

Stay cozy with a well maintained boiler heating system (2003) and newer water heater (2022), new sump pump (2023). Basement has a large new concrete floor (2022); new roof (1998); new gutters (2021); new plumbing 1997, New electrical (1999) with GFIs in kitchen and bathrooms. It has a walkup access to the back yard. Enjoy an idyllic rear yard and deck, large covered front porch.

Near Wayne state University! Don't miss this gem—adjacent to Midtown, Corktown, WSU campus, and downtown. Call it home today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jahangir Qureshi

RE/MAX Classic License #6501398649 Listed on: 07/30/2023

RE/MAX Classic

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Ryder

Historic Realty Detroit License #RCO-6501280406

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1904 | Remodeled in 1998

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 32.00 x 110.00
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Parking Garage Space

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,631 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Up Access
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W08I006200S
  • $5,000 Seller Concession

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • More Than One Subdivision Involved

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$950

Year Built

Built in 1904 | Remodeled in 1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Victorian
  • Architecture Level: 3 Story
  • Assessment: 240.00
  • Year Built: 1904
  • State Equalized Value: 27700.0000
  • Year Renovated: 1998
  • Foundation Features: Sump Pump
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 100 Amp Service
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Locations: Family Room, Living Room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Walk-Up Access
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Free-Standing Electric Range, Microwave, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Sq Ft Combined: 2631
  • Total Sq Ft: 2631
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1014

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Fenced
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Frontage Feet: 180
  • Porch Type: Porch - Covered, Deck, Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: No Garage
  • Garage Features: 1 Assigned Space

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Detroit

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 32.00 x 110.00
  • Parcel Number: W08I006200S

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 873.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 77.0000
  • Total Tax: 950.0000
  • Taxable Value: 8131.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Detroit

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2023
Closed on
Nov 10, 2023
Sold by
Morris Linda Marie
Bought by
Ackerman Keren Rifka
Seller's Agent
Jahangir Qureshi
RE/MAX Classic
Buyer's Agent
Paul Ryder
Historic Realty Detroit
List Price
$270,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.85%
Total Days on Market
1
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$365,232

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,232
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.81%
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Outstanding Balance
$244,261
Interest Rate
7.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$120,971

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2023
Closed on
Oct 18, 2023
Sold by
City Of Detroit
Bought by
Morris Linda Marie
Seller's Agent
Jahangir Qureshi
RE/MAX Classic
Buyer's Agent
Paul Ryder
Historic Realty Detroit
List Price
$270,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.85%
Views
10

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Outstanding Balance
$244,261
Interest Rate
7.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$120,971

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2022
Sold by
Morris Linda Marie
Bought by
Linda Marie Morris Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1996
Sold by
Anglin Carol
Bought by
Morris Linda
Source: Public Records

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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
Ackerman Keren Rifka $275,000 None Listed On Document
Morris Linda Marie -- None Listed On Document
Linda Marie Morris Trust $24,127 --
Morris Linda $10,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ackerman Keren Rifka $247,500
Previous Owner Morris Linda $49,800
Previous Owner Morris Linda $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/10/2023 11/10/23 Sold $275,000 +1.9% $105 / Sq Ft
07/31/2023 07/31/23 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2023 07/30/23 For Sale $270,000 -- $103 / 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 $13,523 $176,200 $0 $0
2023 $919 $149,600 $0 $0
2022 $974 $87,600 $0 $0
2021 $950 $27,700 $0 $0
2020 $950 $25,800 $0 $0
2019 $936 $18,000 $0 $0
2018 $832 $16,300 $0 $0
2017 $143 $13,500 $0 $0
2016 $904 $74,400 $0 $0
2015 $744 $9,500 $0 $0
2013 $721 $11,220 $0 $0
2010 -- $16,449 $429 $16,020
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jahangir Qureshi

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jahangir Qureshi

    RE/MAX of Southeast Michigan

    (313) 610-7333

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

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  • Paul Ryder

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Paul Ryder

    Historic Realty Detroit

    (313) 595-9693

    1 in this area

    5 Total Sales

    Paul Ryder
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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20221030715

Realcomp

APN: 08-006200

Michigan Wayne County Detroit 48208 Woodbridge

5131 Commonwealth St, Detroit, MI

This home is located at 5131 Commonwealth St, Detroit, MI 48208 since 30 July 2023 and is currently estimated at $365,232, approximately $138 per square foot. This property was built in 1904. 5131 Commonwealth St is a home located in Wayne County with nearby schools including Burton International Academy, Charles L. Spain Elementary-Middle School, and Edward 'Duke' Ellington Conservatory of Music and Art.

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