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3 beds2,211 sqft$109/sqft
987 Columbia Road, Berkley, MI 48072
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,791 sq ftLot Size
1941Year Built
$109/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Immaculate 3 bed 2 full bath Berkley colonial is waiting for you to call it home! Beautiful historic detail with exposed hardwood flooring, fireplace and plaster coved ceilings. The living and dining area open to a gorgeously updated eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample counter space and tons of natural light. First floor features full bath and bonus den/library. Curved hardwood stairwell leads from den/library to upper level containing 3 bedrooms with leafy green window views sharing...Immaculate 3 bed 2 full bath Berkley colonial is waiting for you to call it home! Beautiful historic detail with exposed hardwood flooring, fireplace and plaster coved ceilings. The living and dining area open to a gorgeously updated eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample counter space and tons of natural light. First floor features full bath and bonus den/library. Curved hardwood stairwell leads from den/library to upper level containing 3 bedrooms with leafy green window views sharing another full bath. Finished basement is playroom or office-ready. Door wall in kitchen opens to a spectacular shaded oasis in back with lush greenery, paved walkways and a wooded deck ready for summer entertaining. Stunningly well-kept, clean, beautiful, and in award winning Berkley school district. Wow! Welcome home!
  • Listed by: James R. Shaffer Jr 734.748.6953 jimshaffersellshouses@yahoo.com Brokerage DRE #6505338536 • Keller Williams Royal Oak Market Center
Listing closed: 08/01/2015 12:00 AM • Source: Realcomp, MLS#: 215056430

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Median sold price

$295,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

98.1%

Berkley, MI

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Location

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Property Information for 987 Columbia Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,434 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: PERRY-MORTENSON CO'S ROYAL GARDENS
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North of 11 Mile, West of Woodward
  • Latitude: 42.490642
  • Longitude: -83.164528
  • Cross Street: N of 11 Mile/W of Woodward
  • MLS Area Major: Berkley (63253)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 2517479033
  • Tax Amount Summer: $2,325.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: $109.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,434.00
  • Tax Legal Description: T1N, R11E, SEC 17 PERRY-MORTENSON CO'S ROYAL GARDENS SUB LOT 122
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: 40X116
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Feet: 40
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 2211.0
  • Building Area Total: 2211.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1410.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 801.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 801.0
  • Below Grade Total Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Sheds
  • Year Built: 1941
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block, Sump Pump
  • Levels: Two
  • Year Remodeled: 1987
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Humidifier, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
  • Basement: Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • 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: 7
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 6
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Library
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 5
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 19 x 12
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 10
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 9
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 10
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 11
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 9
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 987 Columbia Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 1, 2015

Sold

MiRealSource #20838241

$240,000
Aug 1, 2015

Sold

Realcomp #215056430

$240,000
Jul 30, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553513317

$240,000

+10.0% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/01/2015

Sold

MiRealSource #20838241

$240,000
08/01/2015

Sold

Realcomp #215056430

$240,000
07/30/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553513317

$240,000

+10.0% / yr

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

Public Records for 987 Columbia Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,701 ($392 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,203 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,402 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt801 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,661 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated2022ZoningRICountyOAKLANDAPN04-25-17-479-033

Schools near 987 Columbia Road

This home is within Royal Oak Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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: 987 Columbia Road, Berkley, MI 48072
$240,000
3
2,211
4,791
$288,000
3
2,030
4,791
$206,000
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1,309
9,280
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4,791

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