Last Sold Price
3 beds1,305 sqft$230/sqft
8 Amherst Road, Pleasant Ridge, MI 48069

Description

Gorgeous brick colonial in Pleasant Ridge features beautifully refinished hardwood floors and tons of vintage charm. Leaded glass foyer door leads to a spacious and light filled living room with hardwood floors, coved ceilings, and a cozy fireplace. Arched passageway opens to a traditional dining room. Efficient kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space. Three nice sized bedrooms share a lovely full bath on the second floor. Full basement with half bath and plenty of storage...Gorgeous brick colonial in Pleasant Ridge features beautifully refinished hardwood floors and tons of vintage charm. Leaded glass foyer door leads to a spacious and light filled living room with hardwood floors, coved ceilings, and a cozy fireplace. Arched passageway opens to a traditional dining room. Efficient kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space. Three nice sized bedrooms share a lovely full bath on the second floor. Full basement with half bath and plenty of storage space. Private fenced backyard with patio and lots of tree shade. Detached garage access from the alley. Newer roof, HWH, and windows 2016. Within walking distance of downtown Ferndale and Royal Oak. Great amenities in Pleasant Ridge, including the community rec center, pool, and gym. Welcome Home!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/06/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jim Shaffer • Brokerage DRE #6505425403 • Good Company
    P: (614) 831-1720 C: (614) 831-1720 dontsendoffershere@gmail.com

Property Details for 8 Amherst Road

Status
MLS #
2210050457
Days on Market
25
Taxes
$4,062 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1930
Lot Size
0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
Subdivision Name
SYLVAN GARDENS SUB - PLEASANT RIDGE
Architectural Style
Colonial
Waterfront
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$369,900

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

Pleasant Ridge, MI

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Location

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Sold By KW Realty Livingston

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Building Information for 8 Amherst Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,863 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,525

Property Taxes

$339

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Amherst Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: South of 10 Mile Rd / East of Woodward Ave
  • Latitude: 42.471702
  • Longitude: -83.140865
  • Cross Street: S of 10 Mile Rd/E of Woodward Ave
  • MLS Area Major: Pleasant Ridge (63256)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 2527105005
  • Tax Amount Summer: $3,901.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: $161.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,062.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $87,010.00
  • Tax Legal Description: T1N, R11E, SEC 27 SYLVAN GARDENS SUB LOT 318
  • Association: No
School Information
  • High School District: Ferndale
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Total: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: One Car Garage, Detached, Electricityin Garage, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 35.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 35.00X106.00
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Feet: 35
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 113440.0
  • Living Area: 1305.0
  • Building Area Total: 1809.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1305.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 504.0
  • Below Grade Total Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Year Built: 1930
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Entry Location: Ground Levelw Steps
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 23 x 12
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 11
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 6 x 4
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Width: 4.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bath Lav
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 10
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 11
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 7
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease: No
  • Rent Spree: No

Property History for 8 Amherst Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 6, 2021

Sold

MiRealSource #40193107

$300,000
Aug 6, 2021

Sold

Realcomp #2210050457

$300,000
Aug 6, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468858084

$300,000

+7.9% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/06/2021

Sold

MiRealSource #40193107

$300,000
08/06/2021

Sold

Realcomp #2210050457

$300,000
08/06/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468858084

$300,000

+7.9% / yr

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

Public Records for 8 Amherst Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,850 ($571 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,939 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,305 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt634 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,138 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningRICountyOAKLANDAPN60-25-27-105-005

Schools near 8 Amherst Road

This home is within Ferndale Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - K to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus
PublicK to 3

Ferndale Upper Elementary
PublicK to 6

Ferndale Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ferndale High School
Public9 to 12

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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