971 Princeton Road

Sold 7/7/20
Sold 7/7/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$255,000
3 beds1,648 sqft$155/sqft
971 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,791 sq ftLot Size
1950Year Built
$155/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This beautiful Berkley bungalow just underwent an extensive renovation. Renovations include an expansive, open layout with a chef's kitchen that features custom cabinets with soft close doors & drawers, Carrera quartz counters and new stainless appliances including a gas range. The bathroom was fully remodeled with Grohe fixtures, a Toto toilet and all new tile. There are refinished hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The oversized second story master bedroom has ample closet space and can...This beautiful Berkley bungalow just underwent an extensive renovation. Renovations include an expansive, open layout with a chef's kitchen that features custom cabinets with soft close doors & drawers, Carrera quartz counters and new stainless appliances including a gas range. The bathroom was fully remodeled with Grohe fixtures, a Toto toilet and all new tile. There are refinished hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The oversized second story master bedroom has ample closet space and can easily accommodate a king size bed. The basement has been fully finished and waterproofed (with a lifetime warranty). Other benefits are all new plumbing & electrical. Newer roof, windows and concrete driveway. This home is a rare find combining stunning design features, a great location and extensive updates.
  • Listed by: Christian J Grothe 248.644.6700 cgrothe@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #6505307912 • Max Broock, REALTORS®-Birmingham
Listing closed: 07/07/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Realcomp, MLS#: 2200035810

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Property Information for 971 Princeton Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,162 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Oakland County
  • Subdivision Name: PERRY-MORTENSON CO'S ROYAL GARDENS
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: N of 11 Mile, W of Woodward
  • Latitude: 42.48995
  • Longitude: -83.164339
  • Cross Street: N of 11 Mile/W of Woodward
  • MLS Area Major: Berkley (63253)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 2517480012
  • Tax Amount Summer: $2,069.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: $93.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,162.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $53,480.00
  • Tax Legal Description: T1N, R11E, SEC 17 PERRY-MORTENSON CO'S ROYAL GARDENS SUB. LOT 59
  • Association: No
School Information
  • High School District: Berkley
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 40.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40.00X116.00
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Feet: 40
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 80100.0
  • Living Area: 1648.0
  • Building Area Total: 1908.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1048.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 600.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 860.0
  • Below Grade Total Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Measured
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Year Built: 1950
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Entry Location: Ground Levelw Steps
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
  • Levels: One And One Half
  • Year Remodeled: 2020
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Basement: Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Private: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 10
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 12
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease: No

Property History for 971 Princeton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #676666368

$255,000

+208.1% / yr

Jul 7, 2020

Sold

Realcomp #2200035810

$255,000—
Jul 7, 2020

Sold

MiRealSource #40057014

$255,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #676666368

$255,000

+208.1% / yr

07/07/2020

Sold

Realcomp #2200035810

$255,000
07/07/2020

Sold

MiRealSource #40057014

$255,000

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

Public Records for 971 Princeton Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,860 ($572 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt954 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt954 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt754 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,661 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated2020ZoningRICountyOAKLANDAPN04-25-17-480-012

Schools near 971 Princeton Road

This home is within Royal Oak Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Northwood Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Royal Oak Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Royal Oak High School
Public - 9 to 12
Churchill Community Ed. Center
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Northwood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Royal Oak Middle School
Public6 to 8

Royal Oak High School
Public9 to 12

Churchill Community Ed. Center
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 971 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
$255,000
3
1,648
4,791
983 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
$162,000
3
1,004
4,791
947 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
$350,000
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1,775
4,791
995 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
$258,500
3
1,050
4,791
929 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
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1,224
4,791
972 Princeton Road, Berkley, MI 48072
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3
1
1,000
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