Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,100 sqft

1544 Ruffner Avenue, Birmingham, MI 48009

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.11 acresLot Size
2012Year Built
$293/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

It's the new year and you just found the perfect house to call home. This gorgeous newer construction Birmingham home in the heart of the Rail District, offers comfortable living in a smart and functional layout. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island that flows into the family room for easy everyday living. The primary suite stands out with its tray ceiling, custom walk-in closet, and a modern bath with a separate soaking tub and walk-in shower....It's the new year and you just found the perfect house to call home. This gorgeous newer construction Birmingham home in the heart of the Rail District, offers comfortable living in a smart and functional layout. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island that flows into the family room for easy everyday living. The primary suite stands out with its tray ceiling, custom walk-in closet, and a modern bath with a separate soaking tub and walk-in shower. Both secondary bedrooms on the 2nd floor feature vaulted ceilings creating a grand feel. The finished lower level expands your living space with a bar, media area(projector included), the 4th bedroom, and full bath, perfect for guests or recreation. Outside, enjoy a covered front porch, brick paver patio for all of your backyard living, and a wide driveway that leads to a true two-car garage. Two blocks from Birmingham's Kenning Park, complete with playground, ball fields, ice arena, indoor/outdoor tennis courts and steps away from all of the restaurants and retail that make the Rail District truly walkable and special.
  • Listed by: Logan C Wert 248.320.1142 logan@logansells.com • DOBI Real Estate
Listing closed: 01/29/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MiRealSource, MLS#: 60962635
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Sold By Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham

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Principal and Interest

$4,847

Property Taxes

$1,122

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Property Information for 1544 Ruffner Avenue

Property Details

  • Taxes: $13,460 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Subdivision Name: Leinbach-Humphreys Woodward Ave
  • Has Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Lincoln and Torry
  • Directions: Enter Ruffner from Adams or Torry Street
  • Latitude: 42.538169
  • Longitude: -83.201051
  • MLS Area Major: Birmingham (63192)
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 2031302029
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,460.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 348850
School Information
  • High School District: Birmingham
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Detached

Property

Lot Information
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Frontage Length: 40.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40X120
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2200.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 900.0
  • Building Area Total: 3248.0
  • Living Area: 3100.0
  • Living Area Source: Prior Listing
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2012
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Entry Location: Ground Levelw Steps
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Poured
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Interior Features: Bar
  • Total Rooms: 13
  • Water Heater: Gas

Room Information

Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 10x15
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 14x12
  • Length: 14.0
  • Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 13x12
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 21x15
  • Length: 21.0
  • Width: 15.0
Room 5
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 20x22
  • Length: 20.0
  • Width: 22.0
Room 6
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13x13
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 10x15
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 15.0
Room 8
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 15x21
  • Length: 15.0
  • Width: 21.0
Room 9
  • Type: Bathroom 1
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 5x5
  • Length: 5.0
  • Width: 5.0
Room 10
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 5x5
  • Length: 5.0
  • Width: 5.0
Room 11
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 20 X 22
  • Length: 20.0
  • Width: 22.0
Room 12
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 14 X 12
  • Length: 14.0
  • Width: 12.0

Property History for 1544 Ruffner Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1929648747

$908,000

+5.5% / yr

Jan 29, 2026

Sold

MiRealSource #60962635

$908,000—
Jan 29, 2026

Sold

Realcomp #20261001701

$908,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1929648747

$908,000

+5.5% / yr

01/29/2026

Sold

MiRealSource #60962635

$908,000
01/29/2026

Sold

Realcomp #20261001701

$908,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

1544 Ruffner Avenue

Beds

2

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,119 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,119 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,048 SqFt

Stories

2

Schools near 1544 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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