Welcome to 5025 Somerset, a fully renovated, vacant duplex nestled in one of Detroit’s resurging neighborhoods. It's perfect for first-time buyers looking to house hack or investors seeking strong cash flow from day one.
This property has been completely upgraded in 2024-2025, offering peace of mind with all major systems modernized:
New roof
New PVC plumbing and updated electrical
New furnace and hot water tank (to be installed prior to appraisal)
Brand-new appliances in both units (refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave)
Each unit is move-in ready:
Upper Unit – 1 bedroom, projected rent: $750/mo
Lower Unit – 2 bedrooms, projected rent: $1,250/mo
Estimated Total monthly income: $2,000
With low estimated expenses—currently estimated property taxes are around $3,500 annually and a projected mortgage of around $1,600/mo—this property delivers an estimated CAP rate of 9.6% (based on projected net income), making it a prime buy-and-hold or house-hack opportunity.
Additional highlights:
Privacy fence for added security and outdoor enjoyment
Located minutes from Downtown Detroit, major freeways, and local shopping, Vacant and ready for immediate occupancy or lease-up
Whether you’re an investor looking to expand your portfolio or a first-time homebuyer ready to build equity, Somerset checks all the boxes. Schedule your tour today and lock in your next income-producing asset.
Sold for $163,000 on 08/04/25
$163,000
5025 Somerset Ave, Detroit, MI 48224
3beds
1,772sqft
Duplex
Built in 1929
-- sqft lot
$172,100 Zestimate®
$92/sqft
$1,324 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 05:22am
Listed by:
Elijah Cook 248-288-3500,
KW Metro,
Dashayla Walker 248-288-3500,
KW Metro
Bought with:
Danielle L Strozeski, 6502432161
Star Valley Realty LLC
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251003378

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,772 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,772
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 21067519
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Above Ground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Detroit
- Subdivision: EAST DETROIT DEV COS 3
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$172,100
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Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$172,100