Last Sold Price
2 beds774 sqft$168/sqft
1423 Ruffner AvenueBirmingham, MI48009

Description

Walk to town from this Birmingham Craftsman style cottage with most of the original architectural detailing intact. Interior design/detailing gives the word "charming" new meaning. Open LR DR KIT floor plan makes home feel much larger than it is. Deck steps from back door is a great spot for warm weather dining or just enjoying the tranquil private yard and handsome garden/plantings. Or take in the neighborhood activity from the covered front porch!Walk to town from this Birmingham Craftsman style cottage with most of the original architectural detailing intact. Interior design/detailing gives the word "charming" new meaning. Open LR DR KIT floor plan makes home feel much larger than it is. Deck steps from back door is a great spot for warm weather dining or just enjoying the tranquil private yard and handsome garden/plantings. Or take in the neighborhood activity from the covered front porch!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/12/2012 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Susan Carter • Brokerage DRE #6503365596 • SINE & MONAGHAN REALTORS REAL LIVING LLC
    P: (248)-549-7400 C: (248)-766-0925 susanvcarter@gmail.com

Property Details for 1423 Ruffner Avenue

Status
MLS #
212082939
Days on Market
29
Taxes
$2,530 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Subdivision Name
LEINBACH-HUMPHREY'S WOODWARD AVE SUB
Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront
No

Location

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Building Information for 1423 Ruffner Avenue

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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$872 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$661

Property Taxes

$211

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1423 Ruffner Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: N OFF WOODWARD ON ADAMS FIRST ST ON R IS RUFFNER
  • Latitude: 42.538597
  • Longitude: -83.202109
  • Cross Street: S of Maple/E of Adams
  • MLS Area Major: Area02192Birmingham
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 2031301047
  • Tax Amount Summer: $2,184.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: $346.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,530.00
  • Tax Legal Description: T2N, R11E, SEC 31 LEINBACH-HUMPHREY'S WOODWARD AVE SUB LOT 358
School Information
  • High School District: Birmingham
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40X120
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Feet: 40
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 774.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 774.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 774.0
  • Below Grade Total Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Sheds
  • Year Built: 1924
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Other, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Levels: One
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Appliances: Dryer, Range, Washer
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 4
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 10x9
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10x9
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 19x13
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Living Room
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 1423 Ruffner Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 12, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #342585571

$130,000

-1.6% / yr

Oct 12, 2012

Sold

Realcomp #212082939

$130,000
Sep 7, 2012

Contract Signed

Realcomp #212082939

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/12/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #342585571

$130,000

-1.6% / yr

10/12/2012

Sold

Realcomp #212082939

$130,000
09/07/2012

Contract Signed

Realcomp #212082939

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Public Records for 1423 Ruffner Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$6,655 ($555 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,146 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,146 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated2019ZoningRICountyOAKLANDAPN08-20-31-301-047

Schools near 1423 Ruffner Avenue

This home is within Birmingham Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Pembroke Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Derby Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Public9 to 12

Birmingham Covington School
Public3 to 8

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