171 Merriweather Road

3,234 Sq. Ft.
$229 / Sq. Ft.
3,234
Sq. Ft.
$229
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sunny, warm and inviting, this thoughtfully updated center entry Colonial is ideally located in a highly desirable neighborhood in the heart of the Farms. Colorful exterior accents guide you into the crisp, welcoming interior. A vestibule opens to the front hall, flanked by a spacious formal dining room and a gracious living room with fireplace and custom built-ins. The family room, also featuring built-ins, overlooks the deep backyard and sits adjacent to a cozy four-season sunroom with radiant...Sunny, warm and inviting, this thoughtfully updated center entry Colonial is ideally located in a highly desirable neighborhood in the heart of the Farms. Colorful exterior accents guide you into the crisp, welcoming interior. A vestibule opens to the front hall, flanked by a spacious formal dining room and a gracious living room with fireplace and custom built-ins. The family room, also featuring built-ins, overlooks the deep backyard and sits adjacent to a cozy four-season sunroom with radiant heated floor. The eat-in kitchen has been beautifully updated with new countertops and sink, backsplash, designer wallpaper and hardware. It includes a built-in banquette, Liebherr stainless steel refrigerator, and Thermador gas range. There are two and one-half bathrooms above grade, including one that is completely new, along with an updated private primary bath and an additional full bathroom in the basement. Recent improvements include a new furnace (2026), updated electrical panel, soffit lighting in many rooms, and Pella windows throughout. The expansive 23 x 42 four-car tandem garage offers exceptional space for vehicles, bikes, a workshop or studio. The fenced yard features a paver patio, pergola and raised garden beds. Additional highlights include copper gutters and downspouts with leaf guards. The basement is dry and not affected by city-wide flooding events. Well-equipped, warm and inviting, and available May 1st for immediate occupancy.
  1. Listed by Charles Krasner • Brokerage DRE #6505365458 • Sine & Monaghan LLC
    P: (313)-574-4950 C: (313)-574-4950 charles@charleskrasner.com

Property Details for 171 Merriweather Road

Architectural Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
Merriweather Heights Sub
Waterfront Features
Lake
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/18/2026 02:43 PM

Property Details for 171 Merriweather Road

StatusClosed
MLS #50201004
Days on Market3
Taxes$15,074 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
CountyWayne County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sine & Monaghan LLC

Sold By Sine & Monaghan LLC

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Building Information for 171 Merriweather Road

Stories2Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

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$4,939 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,683

Property Taxes

$1,256

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 171 Merriweather Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Kercheval Ave
  • Latitude: 42.400819
  • Longitude: -82.899949
  • MLS Area Major: Grosse Pointe Farms (82334)
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 38-011-03-0011-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $15,074.00
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage Faces Side
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 50.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2484.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 750.0
  • Building Area Total: 3472.0
  • Custom 2: Yes
  • Living Area: 3234.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Raw Mls Bathrooms Total: 3.5
  • Raw Mls Documents Change Timestamp: 03-07-2026 12:46:58 AM
  • Raw Mls Documents Count: 2
  • Raw Mls Lot Size: 50 x 169
  • Raw Mls Modification Timestamp: 04-20-2026 12:24:55 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Change Timestamp: 03-07-2026 12:46:58 AM
  • Raw Mls Photos Count: 51
  • Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Raw Mls Stories Total: 2.0
  • Year Built: 1951
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Beach Access, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: Yes
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Block
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant Floor, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Water Heater: Gas
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 13x12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 18x13
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 13x12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 13x12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15x11
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Description: Ceramic
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
Room 7
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 23x13
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 9
  • Room Description: Ceramic
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 10
  • Room Description: Wood
  • Room Dimensions: 13x12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 6x3
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Width: 3.0
Room 12
  • Room Description: Ceramic
  • Room Dimensions: 6x3
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Width: 3.0

Property History for 171 Merriweather Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 20, 2026

Sold

MiRealSource #50201004

$739,000—
Mar 10, 2026

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #50201004

—
Mar 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #50201004

$725,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/20/2026

Sold

MiRealSource #50201004

$739,000
03/10/2026

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #50201004

—
03/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #50201004

$725,000

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

Public Records for 171 Merriweather Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$10,024 ($835 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,312 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,312 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1974CountyWAYNEAPN38 011 03 0011 000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 171 Merriweather Road

This home is within Grosse Pointe Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Kerby Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Brownell Middle School
Public5 to 8

Grosse Pointe South High School
Public9 to 12

St Paul Catholic School
PrivatePK to 8

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