Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,609 sqft
789 Ruffner Avenue, Birmingham, MI 48009
Single FamilyProperty Type
1926Year Built
$311/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Back on the market due to buyers financing denial. The property is currently split into lower and upper units. The upper unit is currently rented at $1,450 a month through July 2022. The lower unit is vacant but rents for $1,999 a month. Both kitchens feature newer stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and bar seating. Laundry in the basement and storage area is shared between the units. The property comes with garage parking with a new garage door opener. A short walk will take you to...Back on the market due to buyers financing denial. The property is currently split into lower and upper units. The upper unit is currently rented at $1,450 a month through July 2022. The lower unit is vacant but rents for $1,999 a month. Both kitchens feature newer stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and bar seating. Laundry in the basement and storage area is shared between the units. The property comes with garage parking with a new garage door opener. A short walk will take you to downtown Birmingham dining, shopping, and entertainment. The property can be converted into a single-family residence.
  • Listed by: Robert Smith 248.721.1519 resmithrealty@gmail.com • The Agency Hall & Hunter
Listing closed: 05/06/2022 12:00 AM • Source: MiRealSource, MLS#: 40252702

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Property Information for 789 Ruffner Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,582 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Subdivision Name: LEINBACH-HUMPHREY'S WOODWARD AVE SUB
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1926
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: S of Lincoln/W of Woodwar
  • Directions: Turn west on Ruffner off Woodward
  • Latitude: 42.538391
  • Longitude: -83.208366
  • MLS Area Major: Birmingham (63192)
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 1936426026
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,582.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 146390
School Information
  • High School District: Birmingham
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Garage Door Opener, Detached
  • Parking Total: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 40.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40X120x40x120
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1609.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Total: 2602.0
  • Living Area: 1609.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1926
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Entry Location: Ground Levelw Steps
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Water Heater: Gas
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Entry
  • Description: Wood
  • Dimensions: 23x15
  • Length: 23.0
  • Width: 15.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Entry
  • Dimensions: 13x11
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 11.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Level: Entry
  • Description: Ceramic
  • Dimensions: 13 x 11
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 11.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Bathroom 1
  • Level: Entry
  • Description: Ceramic
  • Dimensions: 9 x 7
  • Length: 9.0
  • Width: 7.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 12x10
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 10.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Level: Second
  • Description: Wood
  • Dimensions: 11x9
  • Length: 11.0
  • Width: 9.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
  • Description: Wood
  • Dimensions: 9x7
  • Length: 9.0
  • Width: 7.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 8
  • Type: Bath Full
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 8 x 6
  • Length: 8.0
  • Width: 6.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet
Room 9
  • Type: Kitchen2nd
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 10 x 8
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 8.0
  • Length Width Units: Feet

Property History for 789 Ruffner Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 6, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493680178

$500,000

+11.1% / yr

May 6, 2022

Sold

Realcomp #2210092931

$500,000—
May 6, 2022

Sold

MiRealSource #40252702

$500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/06/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493680178

$500,000

+11.1% / yr

05/06/2022

Sold

Realcomp #2210092931

$500,000
05/06/2022

Sold

MiRealSource #40252702

$500,000

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

Public Records for 789 Ruffner Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$8,851 ($738 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,602 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,609 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt993 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926Year Renovated2017ZoningRICountyOAKLANDAPN08-19-36-426-026

Schools near 789 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
Pierce 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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