NOT LISTED FOR SALE

521 Helene Ave Royal Oak, MI 48067

Estimated Value: $379,000 - $443,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,386 Sq Ft
$300/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 31, 2023

Last sale price $385,000 $278 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,681/month

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of January 2023

Stunning updated bungalow in Royal Oak features a bright open floor plan, brand new kitchen, large primary suite, and tons of charming details. Covered front porch leads to an inviting living room with recessed lighting, hardwood floors and lots of natural light. Gorgeous open kitchen with new cabinets, a large center island with bar seating, open shelving, subway tile backsplash, granite counters, and stainless-steel appliances. Two bedrooms share an updated full bath on the entry level. One bedroom with sliding glass doors to the back deck. Large primary suite on the second-floor features tall vaulted ceilings, bonus room that could be used as an office space, and a lovely en suite full bath. Full basement, partially finished with lots of storage space. Fenced backyard with a large wood deck and detached garage. Close to downtown Royal Oak shops and restaurants, and easy freeway access. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Shaffer

Good Company License #6502380733 Listed on: 12/01/2022

Good Company

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Nagle

EXP Realty LLC License #RCO-6501395575

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x125
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,386 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Sump Pump

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Stephenson Super Highway Sub No 3 Royal Oak Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2523177012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,440

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Bungalow
  • Architecture Level: 1 1/2 Story
  • Assessment: 239.00
  • Year Built: 1951
  • State Equalized Value: 141540.0000
  • Foundation Features: Sump Pump
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood
  • Sq Ft Combined: 1754
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 368
  • Total Sq Ft: 1386
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 736

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Fenced
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Frontage Feet: 40
  • Porch Type: Deck
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 1 Car
  • Garage Features: Detached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Royal Oak

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x125
  • Parcel Number: 2523177012

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 6907.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 533.0000
  • Total Tax: 7440.0000
  • Taxable Value: 141540.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Royal Oak

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2022
Closed on
Jan 31, 2023
Sold by
Ridge Renovations Llc
Bought by
Helms Steven
Seller's Agent
Jim Shaffer
Good Company
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Nagle
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-3.73%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$415,705

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$30,705
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2021
Sold by
Campbell Ronald J and Fresch Catherine J
Bought by
Ridge Renovations Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2020
Sold by
Campbell Ronald J
Bought by
Campbell Ronald J and Fresch Catherine J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Helms Steven $385,000 Michigan Investment Title
Ridge Renovations Llc $165,000 None Available
Ridge Renovations Llc $165,000 None Available
Campbell Ronald J -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ridge Renovations Llc $225,000
Previous Owner Ridge Renovations Llc $185,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/31/2023 01/31/23 Sold $385,000 -3.7% $278 / Sq Ft
01/14/2023 01/14/23 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2022 12/01/22 For Sale $399,900 -- $289 / 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 $4,997 $170,040 $0 $0
2022 $8,166 $141,540 $0 $0
2020 $4,660 $102,080 $0 $0
2018 $8,166 $91,030 $0 $0
2017 $2,565 $91,030 $0 $0
2015 -- $82,800 $0 $0
2014 -- $76,100 $0 $0
2011 -- $66,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jim Shaffer

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jim Shaffer

    Good Company

    (248) 219-3782

    518 in this area

    3,750 Total Sales

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  • Kathleen Nagle

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Kathleen Nagle

    EXP Realty LLC

    (248) 918-3547

    3 in this area

    24 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20221064334

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APN: 25-23-177-012

Michigan Oakland County Royal Oak 48067

521 Helene Ave, Royal Oak, MI

This home is located at 521 Helene Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067 since 01 December 2022 and is currently estimated at $415,705, approximately $299 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 521 Helene Ave is a home located in Oakland County with nearby schools including Oakland Elementary School, Royal Oak Middle School, and Royal Oak High School.

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