5919 Balfour Road

$134,999
Price
4
Beds
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Turn-key brick duplex in Detroit with an active City Rental Certification and recently passed inspection, offering a hassle-free investment opportunity. The lower unit has a reliable Section 8 tenant, providing guaranteed income from day one—please do not disturb the tenant. Both units feature updated interiors, new mechanicals, and durable brick construction to minimize maintenance and maximize long-term returns. Property taxes are currently unknown and should be verified by the buyer. Ideal for...Turn-key brick duplex in Detroit with an active City Rental Certification and recently passed inspection, offering a hassle-free investment opportunity. The lower unit has a reliable Section 8 tenant, providing guaranteed income from day one—please do not disturb the tenant. Both units feature updated interiors, new mechanicals, and durable brick construction to minimize maintenance and maximize long-term returns. Property taxes are currently unknown and should be verified by the buyer. Ideal for investors seeking a stabilized, cash-flowing asset or an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit while collecting rent from the other. With full compliance, solid structure, and modern updates, this duplex is a ready-to-go, low-maintenance opportunity perfect for your portfolio or next house-hack strategy.
  1. Listed by Bryan Harman • Propel Property Management
    P: (734)-674-0563 C: (734)-674-0563 Bryan@propel.rent

Amenities

  • Basement
  • Common Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Forced Air
  • Parking Included
  • Washer Hookup
LISTING UPDATED: 12/23/2025 01:35 PM

Property Details for 5919 Balfour Road

StatusPending
MLS #25060305
Days on Market15
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / 2 to 4 Units
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,920 SF
CountyWayne County

Location

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Building Information for 5919 Balfour Road

Stories-Residences2Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,920 SF

Payment Calculator

$919 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$667

Property Taxes

$252

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5919 Balfour Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: Outer drive East, Whittier Ave
  • Municipality: Detroit City
  • Area - Major: Wayne County - 100
  • Street #: 5919
  • Street Name: Balfour
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Detroit
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 48224
  • County: Wayne
  • Latitude: 42.406662
  • Longitude: -82.951522
  • Area - Minor: Wayne County - 100
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 24700.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: W21I068718S
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved
  • Parking Total: 4.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Driveway: Paved
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 0
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Dimensions: 40 x 148
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Square Footage: 5920.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 to 4 Units
  • New Construction: No
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected, Storm Sewer
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, True
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Public Sewer, Public Water, Storm Sewer
  • Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water: Public Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Street Type: Paved, Public
  • Exterior Material: Brick
  • Roofing: Composition
  • Substructure: Full
  • Extras: Tenant Storage
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Yes/No: Yes
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 0.0
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Number of Units: 2
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • BathsTotal: 1
  • BedsTotal: 2
  • FullBaths: 1
  • HalfBaths: 0
  • Occupied: No
  • SqFt: 950.0
  • Description: Upper
Unit 2
  • BathsTotal: 1
  • BedsTotal: 2
  • FullBaths: 1
  • HalfBaths: 0
  • Occupied: Yes
  • SqFt: 950.0
  • Description: lower
Unit 3
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 4
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 5
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 6
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 7
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 8
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 9
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 10
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 11
  • BathsTotal: 0
Unit 12
  • BathsTotal: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Pays: Electric, Gas, Sewer, Water
  • Owner Pays: Trash Collection
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Property History for 5919 Balfour Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 16, 2025

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060305

Dec 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060305

$134,999
Aug 31, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498642648

$120,000

+6.7% / yr

Apr 26, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464106853

$110,000
Apr 26, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464106852

$44,682

+17.2% / yr

Apr 26, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #353263227

$12,551
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/16/2025

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060305

12/02/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060305

$134,999
08/31/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498642648

$120,000

+6.7% / yr

04/26/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464106853

$110,000
04/26/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464106852

$44,682

+17.2% / yr

04/26/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #353263227

$12,551

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Public Records for 5919 Balfour Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2020$3,021 ($252 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,924 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,924 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt936 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningR2CountyWAYNEAPN21068718.

Schools near 5919 Balfour Road

This home is within Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Edward 'Duke' Ellington @ Beckham
PublicPK to 8

Spain Elementary-Middle School
PublicPK to 8

Bates Academy
PublicPK to 8

Brown Ronald Academy
PublicPK to 8

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