$232,500
SOLD SEP 17, 2020

8908 Birkhill Dr Sterling Heights, MI 48314

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,125 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$207 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Ranch Style House
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Bemis Junior High School Rated A-
  • Ground Level Unit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2020

BAD @SS HOUSE WARNING! Indoor SANCTUARY & outdoor PARADISE! Oversized garage (nat gas prepped) fully insulated/plywood walls/TV prep/workbench/bright lighting. Granite patio!! (not a typo) complete w./bar/hot tub (new pump & cover)/irrigated wall garden/outdoor TV/unique lighting, tons of new cement for ample parking/RV storage/entertaining, graveled area for rv storage/fire circle/shed. KITCHEN JAW DROP! Custom granite design, loaded custom cabinets w./pullouts, built-in corner dining unit (table neg.)/GE Profile appliances/recessed lighting & custom blinds throughout. Master ensuite w/walkin closet. Remodelled main bath & master half: maple cabinets (ample drawers)/Corian counters/glass shower doors. OMG BASEMENT: keg/tap fridge/full-size fridge/bar cabs/shelving/custom features inc. projection TV (neg)/home theater/barn door/upgraded elec svc from DTE drop down w./generator interface/laundry-work room/storage room built-in shelves. Some exclusions (NEST thermo, bar fridge, etc.)

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Al Block

RE/MAX First License #6501239210 Listed on: 08/19/2020

RE/MAX First

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Chattinger

License #6501389175

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1958 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x140
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete

Interior Spaces

  • 1,125 Sq Ft Home
  • Bar Fridge
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Security System Owned
  • Dryer
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Porch

Location

  • Ground Level Unit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Net Metering or Smart Meter
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Dresden Village Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1003254015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,049

Year Built

Built in 1958 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Architecture Level: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1958
  • State Equalized Value: 82700.0000
  • Year Renovated: 2014
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: High Spd Internet Avail, Security Alarm (owned), Spa/Hot-tub, Utility Smart Meter
  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Wine Refrigerator
  • Sq Ft Combined: 1875
  • Sq Ft Lower Floor: 750
  • Total Sq Ft: 1125
  • Sq Ft Total Bsmt: 1125

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Fenced, Lighting, Spa/Hot-tub
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Frontage Feet: 60
  • Porch Type: Patio, Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Pub. Sidewalk

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 2.5 Car
  • Garage Features: Detached, Door Opener, Electricity, Workshop
  • 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)
  • Laundry Facilities: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Utica

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • List Price per Acre: 1157889.4737
  • Lot Features: Sprinkler(s)
  • Lot Size Area: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 60x140
  • Parcel Number: 1003254015

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 2786.1800
  • Tax Amount Winter: 262.3400
  • Total Tax: 3048.5200

MLS Schools

  • School District: Utica

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2020
Closed on
Sep 15, 2020
Sold by
Kostiuk Michael J and Kostiuk Christina M
Bought by
El Alacui Mohamed Taha
Seller's Agent
Al Block
RE/MAX First
Buyer's Agent
Lori Chattinger
List Price
$219,999
Sold Price
$232,500
Premium/Discount to List
$12,501
5.68%
Current Estimated Value
$289,944

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$57,444
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.12%
Original Mortgage
$220,875
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2015
Closed on
Sep 21, 2015
Sold by
Lynett Jeffrey W
Bought by
Kostiuk Michael J and Kostiuk Christina M
Seller's Agent
George Keely
NextHome Inspire
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-5.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.48%
Original Mortgage
$162,011
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2012
Sold by
Lynett Jeffrey W
Bought by
Lynett Jeffrey W and Jeffrey W Lynett Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2007
Sold by
Lynett Julie Anne
Bought by
Lynett Jeffrey Ward

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$17,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 1998
Sold by
Allison Daryl R
Bought by
Lynett Jeffrey W
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $232,500 Visionary Title Agency Llc
Warranty Deed $170,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $139,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $220,875 New Conventional
Previous Owner $162,011 FHA
Previous Owner $17,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $132,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $17,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $133,600 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2020 09/17/20 Sold $232,500 +5.7% $207 / Sq Ft
08/23/2020 08/23/20 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2020 08/19/20 For Sale $219,999 +29.4% $196 / Sq Ft
09/21/2015 09/21/15 Sold $170,000 -5.5% $142 / Sq Ft
08/04/2015 08/04/15 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2015 07/25/15 For Sale $179,900 -- $150 / 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 $4,109 $133,100 $0 $0
2024 $3,758 $125,300 $0 $0
2023 $3,548 $113,400 $0 $0
2022 $3,698 $102,800 $0 $0
2021 $3,622 $93,900 $0 $0
2020 $2,786 $89,200 $0 $0
2019 $2,854 $82,700 $0 $0
2018 $2,886 $77,200 $0 $0
2017 $2,758 $74,300 $14,600 $59,700
2016 $2,664 $74,300 $0 $0
2015 -- $69,100 $0 $0
2014 -- $54,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 2200067306

Realcomp

APN: 10-10-03-254-015