Welcome to this charming 1927 Birmingham Colonial filled with character and thoughtful updates throughout. Ideally located just blocks from Downtown Birmingham, this home offers the perfect combination of classic details and an easy, walkable lifestyle. Fresh exterior paint, new windows, new gutters and updated landscaping welcome you inside. Hardwood floors, crown molding, coved ceilings and arched doorways add character and personality throughout the light filled interior. The spacious living room with fireplace flows into the dining room and kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a new oven and range. A first floor library offers the perfect home office or flex space, along with the convenience of a recently remodeled bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with access to the third floor loft featuring new flooring and a walk in closet. The lower level provides additional living space and peace of mind with professional basement waterproofing and a transferable warranty. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard with brick paver patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A tankless water heater and 2.5 car detached garage add even more function. This inviting Birmingham home beautifully blends classic character, thoughtful updates and versatile living space in a location that puts the best of Birmingham just minutes from your door.
For sale
$625,000
1208 Villa Rd, Birmingham, MI 48009
3beds
1,638sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$602,400 Zestimate®
$382/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 32 days
- 2,249
- 129
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Meg Stenger 248-346-5176,
KW Domain 248-590-0800
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261065394
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 13 X 8
Other
- Level: Entry
Other
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Library
- Level: Entry
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 13 X 8
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Loft
- Level: Third
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 X 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,638 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,638
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Twoand Half Car Garage, Detached, Electricityin Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Awnings
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 115.5
Details
- Parcel number: 2031103005
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: BIRMINGHAM-VILLAS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $382/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $210,840
- Annual tax amount: $8,042
- Date on market: 8/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 32 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Estimated market value
$602,400
$572,000 - $633,000
$4,086/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+45.4%$382/sqft |
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| 10/8/2020 | Sold | $429,900$262/sqft |
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| 10/1/2020 | Pending sale | $429,900$262/sqft |
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| 7/22/2020 | Price change | $429,900-2.3%$262/sqft |
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| 6/23/2020 | Price change | $439,900-2.2%$269/sqft |
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| 5/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $449,900$275/sqft |
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| 1/17/2020 | Listing removed | $449,900$275/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Price change | $449,900-2.2%$275/sqft |
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| 10/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $459,900$281/sqft |
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| 10/6/2019 | Pending sale | $459,900$281/sqft |
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| 10/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $459,900+29.5%$281/sqft |
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| 7/25/2014 | Sold | $355,000+1.5%$217/sqft |
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| 6/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $349,900+11.1%$214/sqft |
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| 11/1/2012 | Listing removed | $314,900$192/sqft |
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| 10/25/2012 | Listing removed | $2,600$2/sqft |
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| 10/16/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,600-3.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/27/2012 | Price change | $314,900-4.5%$192/sqft |
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| 9/12/2012 | Listed for sale | $329,900+3.4%$201/sqft |
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| 5/24/2012 | Listing removed | $2,700$2/sqft |
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| 9/28/2011 | Listed for rent | $2,700$2/sqft |
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| 5/4/2009 | Listing removed | $319,000$195/sqft |
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| 5/4/2009 | Price change | $319,000-7.5%$195/sqft |
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| 2/5/2009 | Price change | $345,000+34499900%$211/sqft |
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| 1/22/2009 | Price change | $1-100% |
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| 8/7/2008 | Listed for sale | $358,000-7%$219/sqft |
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| 1/3/2003 | Sold | $385,000+37.5%$235/sqft |
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| 1/13/1998 | Sold | $280,000+21.6%$171/sqft |
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| 12/26/1995 | Sold | $230,250$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,891 +4.8% | $244,590 +11.7% |
| 2024 | $7,530 +5.2% | $218,890 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $7,157 -0.9% | $199,780 +5.1% |
| 2022 | $7,221 +13.8% | $190,130 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $6,347 | $179,590 +10.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $162,600 +1.3% |
| 2019 | $5,473 -11.8% | $160,500 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $6,209 +5% | $156,990 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $5,911 | $154,720 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $5,911 | $147,110 +5% |
| 2015 | -- | $140,110 +55.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $89,890 +24.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $72,070 -10.9% |
| 2010 | $4,222 +19.1% | $80,900 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $3,546 -25.9% | $85,930 -68.4% |
| 2005 | $4,787 | $272,360 +94.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $139,720 +6.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $130,880 +39.2% |
| 2001 | $4,137 +5.7% | $94,040 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $3,915 | $91,130 |
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