Welcome to this charming home situated on an extra-large lot in the heart of downtown Rochester, where timeless character meets modern updates. Perfectly located within walking distance to local restaurants, parks, and the library, this home offers both convenience and a vibrant lifestyle. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home showcases beautiful hardwood floors throughout and an updated kitchen and bathroom designed for everyday living and entertaining. Major improvements include a newer roof, updated windows, and an exposed aggregate driveway and front porch for added curb appeal and functionality. The expansive property which includes 15 feet of a deeded adjacent alley boasts a backyard retreat with 2 patios-ideal for relaxing, hosting, or enjoying outdoor activities. The 2-car attached garage is an unusual find in the city and adds convenience. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Rochester’s charm with the updates you’ve been looking for in a home.
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For sale by owner
$599,000
517 Ludlow Ave, Rochester, MI 48307
4beds
1,988sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1901
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful hardwood floors throughoutExtra-large lotNewer roofExpansive propertyUpdated kitchenUpdated windows
What the owner loves about this home
Beautiful backyard
- 12 days |
- 2,007 |
- 74 |
Listed by:
Property Owner (248) 396-0069
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Partially finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,988 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, On-street
Features
- Exterior features: Other, Stone, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1510453007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl/Raised
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $380,260
- Annual tax amount: $7,034
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,771/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+72.1%$301/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2005 | Sold | $348,000+28.9%$175/sqft |
Source:  MiRealSource #794523 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2001 | Sold | $270,000+47.6%$136/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/1997 | Sold | $182,900$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,034 +5% | $190,130 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $6,699 +5.3% | $184,490 +3.8% |
| 2022 | $6,362 -2.2% | $177,800 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $6,505 | $165,870 +9.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $151,070 +6.6% |
| 2019 | $6,419 +3% | $141,730 +10% |
| 2018 | $6,235 -0.8% | $128,810 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $6,285 | $123,140 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $6,285 | $116,710 +11.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $104,890 +11.8% |
| 2014 | -- | $93,790 +3.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $90,300 -21.9% |
| 2010 | $6,170 -0.2% | $115,630 -3.1% |
| 2009 | $6,183 +91.3% | $119,320 -48.2% |
| 2005 | $3,233 | $230,220 +93% |
| 2003 | -- | $119,310 +14.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $104,550 +28.3% |
| 2001 | $2,930 +4.8% | $81,460 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $2,796 | $78,940 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48307
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Long Meadow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Rochester High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10West Middle SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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