Elegant. Enduring. Light-filled. Prominent Architect-Designed Historic Home in Detroit’s University District | 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths
Offered for the first time in nearly 60 years, this stately 1930 Tudor in Detroit’s highly sought-after University District was designed by renowned architect William Kuni and retains much of its original charm alongside thoughtful updates.Situated on a quiet, no-thru street near Palmer Park Prep Academy, the home boasts one of the only large covered front porches in the neighborhood—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, a generous floor plan features five spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bath, including a private third-floor suite with its own full bath, ideal for guests, extended family, or a home office.Main-level highlights include a formal paneled dining room, a bright and inviting breakfast nook, a gracious entry with mirrored wall, and a sun-drenched living room with original leaded glass windows. The layout offers a rare straight path from the side door to the basement, emphasizing flow and function.Throughout the home are original multi-paned operable windows, custom-fitted storm windows, and custom-made window locks on the first floor. The hardwood floors—sanded only once in nearly a century—remain in excellent condition, reflecting the care this home has received over generations.The basement features classic terrazzo flooring and includes plumbing for a potential future bathroom. Outdoors, enjoy a newly screened covered back porch, a two-car garage, and a beautifully landscaped yard with mature trees and perennial gardens.Recent upgrades •New roof (Fall 2022)Full chimney and brick tuckpointing (Fall 2022)•New screens and storm door on back porch. East-facing front of home brings morning light into the kitchen and soft evening shade in the backyard!This is a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home! ( Front yard Sculpture is excluded)
For sale
Price cut: $35K (7/2)
$339,995
18634 Oak Dr, Detroit, MI 48221
5beds
3,521sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$339,500 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully landscaped yardMature treesPerennial gardensTwo-car garageHardwood floorsClassic terrazzo flooringPrivate third-floor suite
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 22, 2025 at 05:23pm
Listed by:
Jocelyn P Santiago 313-980-0400,
Dwellings Unlimited LLC 248-994-0400
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251009036

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 X 17
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 X 16
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 10 X 15
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7 X 16
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Other
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 7 X 11
Other
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 4 X 5
Other
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 8 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 15 X 22
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Library
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 15 X 23
Other
- Level: Entry
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, Steam
Features
- Other
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Basement, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,521 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,071
- Finished area below ground: 450
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 8,276.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 163.00
Details
- Parcel number: W02I003852S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: PALMER PARK GARDENS (PLATS)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $97/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,235
- Annual tax amount: $4,723
- Date on market: 6/17/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Exist
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