Kurt Bernas
RE/MAX New Trend
(947) 210-6162
95 Total Sales
1 in Ferndale
$204,000 Price
556 Academy St Ferndale, MI 48220
Ferndale AreaEstimated Value: $243,891 - $263,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,422
Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Forced Air Heating System
- Fenced
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Garage
About This Home
As of April 2026Welcome to your new home that blends timeless character with everyday comfort. This charming ranch offers a bright, open layout that’s easy to live in and ideal for entertaining. A newly remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops with modern finishes and updated appliances, installed in 2022. Two bedrooms, including a primary with a walk-in closet, and one full bath offer a simple, functional layout. The fenced backyard backs directly to newly updated Wilson Park, no rear neighbors with green space just steps away. Downtown Ferndale shopping and dining is just a short walk or drive away. Easy access to Woodward Ave, I-75 and I-696, this home perfectly combines convenience with neighborhood charm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
LPT Realty, LLC License #6501392879 Listed on: 03/18/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Monty Whitson
Good Company License #6501447469
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
Year Built
- Built in 1923 | Remodeled in 2022
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x133.89
- Fenced
Parking
- Garage
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Location
- Ground Level
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- The Little Farms Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2534231016
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2026
Closed on
Apr 17, 2026
Sold by
Michelle Donovan
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Tratechaud
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Monty Whitson
Good Company
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$265,123
Premium/Discount to List
$20,123
8.21%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,400
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.56%
Original Mortgage
$257,168
Outstanding Balance
$256,676
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$47
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 20, 2022
Closed on
Apr 12, 2022
Sold by
Aaron Nichols
Bought by
Donovan Michelle
Seller's Agent
Sarai Skousen
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
Buyer's Agent
Kaitlyn Pangrazzi
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
Sold Price
$210,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.02%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2020
Sold by
Webb Thomas
Bought by
Nichols Aaron
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$181,390
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 28, 2019
Closed on
Apr 15, 2019
Sold by
Blandford Christina B
Bought by
Webb Thomas
Seller's Agent
Lanie Hardy Cosgrove
KW Domain
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Sudduth
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$176,500
Premium/Discount to List
$17,500
11.01%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.21%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2016
Sold by
Kolanowski Lisa A and Kolanowski George D
Bought by
Biandford Christina R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,850
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 2001
Sold by
Everingham Bradford A
Bought by
Kolanowski Lisa A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 1998
Sold by
Metro Home Buyers
Bought by
Everingham Bradford A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 26, 1997
Sold by
Limkemann Stephen J
Bought by
Metro Home Buyers
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Ferndale, MI
-
Kurt Bernas
-
Trudi Wichlacz
Trudi Wichlacz
Oak and Stone Real Estate
(989) 368-2660
106 Total Sales
1 in Ferndale
$245,000 Price
-
Melissa Morabito
Melissa Morabito
Good Company
(586) 900-8716
75 Total Sales
2 in Ferndale
$262K - $380K Price Range
-
Joseph Sinishtaj
Joseph Sinishtaj
Showtime Realty
(586) 701-6274
194 Total Sales
6 in Ferndale
$138K - $417K Price Range
-
Justin Bercheny
Justin Bercheny
Max Broock, REALTORS-Royal Oak
(313) 484-2882
140 Total Sales
2 in Ferndale
$230K - $305K Price Range
-
Paula Rait
Paula Rait
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty Bham
(947) 210-6866
96 Total Sales
2 in Ferndale
$279K - $391K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $265,123 | Cislo Title | ||
| Donovan Michelle | $210,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Nichols Aaron | $187,000 | Title One Inc | |
| Webb Thomas | $176,500 | None Available | |
| Biandford Christina R | $123,000 | None Available | |
| Kolanowski Lisa A | $101,900 | -- | |
| Everingham Bradford A | $80,000 | -- | |
| Metro Home Buyers | $20,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $257,168 | ||
| Previous Owner | Donovan Michelle | $199,500 | |
| Closed | Donovan Michelle | $199,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Nichols Aaron | $181,390 | |
| Previous Owner | Biandford Christina R | $116,850 | |
| Previous Owner | Kolanowski Lisa A | $71,650 | |
| Previous Owner | Kolanowski Lisa A | $80,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | Sold | $265,123 | +8.2% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/03/2026 04/03/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/21/2026 03/21/26 | For Sale | $245,000 | +16.7% | $172 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/20/2022 04/20/22 | Sold | $210,000 | +19.0% | $238 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/20/2022 04/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/15/2019 04/15/19 | Sold | $176,500 | +11.0% | $200 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/08/2019 04/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/28/2019 03/28/19 | For Sale | $159,000 | -- | $180 / Sq Ft |
Source: Realcomp
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 | $5,198 | $108,480 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $5,139 | $102,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $5,041 | $98,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,552 | $90,180 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $4,580 | $81,180 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,105 | $75,580 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,348 | $67,360 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,360 | $58,090 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,318 | $56,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,372 | $46,880 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $40,090 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $34,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $36,510 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jennifer Tratechaud
Seller's Agent in 2026
Jennifer Tratechaud
LPT Realty, LLC
(248) 924-4792
1 Total Sale
-
Kathryn Vish
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Kathryn Vish
LPT Realty, LLC
(810) 360-3298
41 Total Sales
-
MW
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Monty Whitson
Good Company
-
Sarai Skousen
Seller's Agent in 2022
Sarai Skousen
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
(248) 534-9613
23 Total Sales
-
Kaitlyn Pangrazzi
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Kaitlyn Pangrazzi
@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
(248) 727-7262
211 Total Sales
-
Lanie Hardy Cosgrove
Seller's Agent in 2019
Lanie Hardy Cosgrove
KW Domain
(248) 703-1105
317 Total Sales
Map
Source: Realcomp
MLS Number: 20261017519
APN: 25-34-231-016
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