$625,000
SOLD APR 7, 2025

705 Whitcomb Ave Royal Oak, MI 48073

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,072 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$302 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Royal Oak High School Rated A-
  • Ground Level Unit
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to this beautifully reimagined home, rebuilt from the foundation up in 2017, offering modern living with thoughtful design. Step inside to a spacious, open floor plan featuring a formal first-floor office, perfect for remote work or study. The bright and airy living space flows effortlessly to the backyard, where a door wall opens to a charming paver patio. From there, step down to an inviting artificial turf area and a cozy bonfire pit—ideal for relaxing summer nights. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms, including a serene primary suite, along with two full baths and a convenient second-floor laundry. This home is equipped with a whole-house Generac generator, smart lighting controls throughout, and a fully fenced yard for added privacy. Located near major freeways and just minutes from downtown Clawson, this home is a fantastic option for those seeking newer construction with exceptional value in a prime location. Don’t miss your chance—schedule a showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Schmansky

Real Broker LLC Troy License #6501380043 Listed on: 03/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Ben Meldrum

Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham License #6501389442

Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1949 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45.00 x 110.00

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 2,072 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Location

  • Ground Level Unit

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Norchester Woods Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2503253032

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,396

Year Built

Built in 1949 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Colonial
  • Architecture Level: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1949
  • State Equalized Value: 233580.0000
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Locations: Living Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Total Sq Ft: 2072

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Porch Type: Porch - Covered, Deck, Porch, Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 1 Car
  • Garage Features: Door Opener, Detached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), 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

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 45.00 x 110.00
  • Parcel Number: 2503253032

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 6543.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 1853.0000
  • Total Tax: 8396.0000
  • Taxable Value: 222630.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Royal Oak

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2025
Closed on
Apr 7, 2025
Sold by
Beale Justin Alexander
Bought by
Batt Alexander T and Batt Alison S
Seller's Agent
Mark Schmansky
Real Broker LLC Troy
Buyer's Agent
Ben Meldrum
Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$625,000
Views
40
Current Estimated Value
$633,380

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,380
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.79%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2017
Closed on
Jan 3, 2018
Sold by
Creative Land Deveeopment Inc
Bought by
Beale Justin Alexander
Seller's Agent
Diane Labuda
Good Company
Buyer's Agent
Jim Shaffer
Good Company
List Price
$414,900
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-7.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$373,450
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2016
Closed on
Jan 20, 2017
Sold by
Property Resource Llc and Wooderson Thomas
Bought by
Creative Land Development Inc
Seller's Agent
Flo Abke
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty SCS
Buyer's Agent
Flo Abke
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty SCS
List Price
$223,900
Sold Price
$80,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$143,900
-64.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
422.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2005
Sold by
Burk Bonnie
Bought by
Ballenberger Emily M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2001
Sold by
Hosang Hugh E
Bought by
Burk Bonnie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,600
Interest Rate
6.6%
Source: Public Records

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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
Warranty Deed $625,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $385,000 First American Title Insuran
Warranty Deed $105,000 Embassy Title Agency Inc
Warranty Deed -- Premier Title Agency Llc
Warranty Deed $184,000 Title Source Inc
Deed $154,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $373,450 New Conventional
Previous Owner $123,600 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Sold $625,000 0.0% $302 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2025 03/21/25 For Sale $625,000 0.0% $302 / Sq Ft
03/29/2024 03/29/24 Rented $3,250 0.0% --
02/22/2024 02/22/24 Under Contract -- -- --
02/19/2024 02/19/24 Price Changed $3,250 -7.1% $1 / Sq Ft
01/21/2024 01/21/24 For Rent $3,500 0.0% --
01/03/2018 01/03/18 Sold $385,000 -3.7% $186 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/04/2017 12/04/17 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2017 10/02/17 Price Changed $399,999 -3.6% $193 / Sq Ft
08/30/2017 08/30/17 For Sale $414,900 +418.6% $200 / Sq Ft
01/20/2017 01/20/17 Sold $80,000 -15.8% $46 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/13/2017 01/13/17 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2017 01/13/17 Price Changed $95,000 +18.8% $55 / Sq Ft
11/30/2016 11/30/16 Off Market $80,000 -- --
10/18/2016 10/18/16 For Sale $223,900 -- $129 / 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 $8,596 $252,090 $0 $0
2024 $6,543 $233,580 $0 $0
2022 $7,731 $212,150 $0 $0
2020 $6,358 $188,270 $0 $0
2018 $7,731 $34,930 $0 $0
2017 $1,356 $34,930 $0 $0
2015 -- $74,230 $0 $0
2014 -- $68,150 $0 $0
2011 -- $60,420 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20250017719

Realcomp

APN: 25-03-253-032