$318,000
SOLD MAY 14, 2018

8128 Bluebird Dr Brighton, MI 48116

4 Beds
4 Baths
1,868 Sq Ft
0.44 Acres

Recently Sold

$170 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Garage
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Hawkins Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Pole Barn

About This Home

As of July 2025

Move right into this beautiful 1½ story home with so much to love! Wonderful open layout w/large eat-in kitchen opens into the great rm w/triple doorwall to the deck. The kitchen has maple cabs w/42” uppers, island & newer SS appliances. First floor master has WIC, bath w/double vanity, jetted tub/shower. The other entry bedroom currently used as office. Spacious upper level w/wide stairway & hall has 2 large bedrms & full bath. The lower level is nearly finished (only needs trim & floor coverings) & has the Superior pre-cast foundation wall system. The exercise room is preframed/prefinished for an easy-to-do 4x4 egress window if buyer desires. Attached 3 car garage is finished with water, heat & lots of cabs. But wait, there’s more! The 24x24 detached garage has cement floor & 8 ft covered porch. Both garages have pull down stairs for additional storage. Beautiful yard w/loads of perrenials! Also, there is 13 acre neighborhood park & access w/launch for kayaks on the Huron River.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Barnwell

KW Realty Livingston License #6501281164 Listed on: 04/12/2018

KW Realty Livingston

Co-Listed By

Joe Barnwell

KW Realty Livingston License #6501327499

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeffery Kavanaugh

Remerica Integrity II License #6501269625

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 225x85
  • Property fronts a private road

HOA Fees

  • $15 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,868 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Sump Pump

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Second Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Air Purifier

Outdoor Features

  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Pole Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Net Metering or Smart Meter
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Horizon Hills No 2 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1617101053

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,087

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$15 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Cape Cod
  • Architecture Level: 1 1/2 Story
  • Assessment: Road
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Foundation Features: Sump Pump
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Air Purifier, Cable Available, High Spd Internet Avail, Humidifier, Jetted Tub, Programmable Thermostat, Utility Smart Meter, Water Softener (owned)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Locations: Great Room
  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.20
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Disposal, ENERGY STAR® qualified dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range/Stove
  • Sq Ft Combined: 2893
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 1025
  • Total Sq Ft: 1868
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1274

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Waterfront Name: Huron River
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Exclusions: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Frontage Feet: 225
  • Porch Type: Deck, Porch - Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Private
  • Waterfront Description: Lake/River Priv

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 2 Car, 3 Car
  • Garage Features: Attached, Direct Access, Door Opener, Electricity, Heated
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Septic Tank (Existing)
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well (Existing)
  • Laundry Facilities: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee: 175
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Brighton

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • List Price per Acre: 677272.7273
  • Lot Size Area: 0.44
  • Lot Dimensions: 225x85
  • Parcel Number: 1617101053

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 1248.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 1839.0000
  • Total Tax: 3087.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Brighton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2018
Closed on
May 14, 2018
Sold by
Harrison Edward L and Harrison Becky J
Bought by
Ramsden Alan and Ramsden Julie
Seller's Agent
Linda Barnwell
KW Realty Livingston
Buyer's Agent
Jeffery Kavanaugh
Remerica Integrity II
List Price
$298,000
Sold Price
$318,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
6.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.50%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2005
Sold by
R T D Home Building Llc
Bought by
Harrison Edward L and Harrison Becky L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,900
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2004
Sold by
Schenck Steven R and Schenck Patricia J
Bought by
R T D Home Building Llc
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $318,000 --
Warranty Deed $267,426 Metropolitan Title Company
Warranty Deed $60,000 Metropolitan Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $350,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $136,350 No Value Available
Previous Owner $213,900 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Sale $536,000 0.0% $138 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Sold $536,000 0.0% $138 / Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $536,000 +5.1% $287 / Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2025 05/31/25 For Sale $509,900 +60.3% $273 / Sq Ft
05/14/2018 05/14/18 Sold $318,000 +6.7% $170 / Sq Ft
04/15/2018 04/15/18 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2018 04/12/18 For Sale $298,000 -- $160 / 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 $2,218 $239,100 $0 $0
2023 $2,120 $216,300 $0 $0
2022 $4,726 $152,600 $0 $0
2021 $4,726 $155,900 $0 $0
2020 $4,748 $158,500 $0 $0
2019 $4,681 $152,600 $0 $0
2018 $3,223 $129,700 $0 $0
2017 $3,184 $125,400 $0 $0
2016 $3,081 $113,700 $0 $0
2014 $2,268 $103,200 $0 $0
2012 $2,268 $91,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 218030365

Realcomp

APN: 16-17-101-053