Step into this spacious 2-story duplex offering 1,553 sq ft of total living space in the heart of Detroit’s East Side. Each level features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a bright living room, and a full kitchen — ideal for generating rental income or multi-family living. Classic Detroit architecture meets opportunity here: solid bones, generous layout, and a backyard waiting to be personalized. Whether you’re an investor or an owner-occupant, this property delivers flexibility, function, and value.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (11/22)
$49,900
5865 Seneca St, Detroit, MI 48213
4beds
1,553sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$32/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full kitchenGenerous layout
- 52 days |
- 194 |
- 7 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 22, 2025 at 08:27am
Listed by:
Ronnie Alauddin 646-637-3190,
EXP Realty Main 888-501-7085
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251046957
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 5 X 8
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 5 X 8
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,553 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,553
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,484.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 110
Details
- Parcel number: W17I006908S
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: STEPHENS ELM PARK
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $32/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,386
- Annual tax amount: $536
- Date on market: 10/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 52 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,572/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | Price change | $49,900-28.6%$32/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20251046957 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $69,900+6890%$45/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20251046957 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2020 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
Source: Detroit Land Bank Authority Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,000$1/sqft |
Source: Detroit Land Bank Authority Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2020 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
Source: Detroit Land Bank Authority Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $11,200 +433.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $2,100 |
| 2022 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$276/mo
Principal & interest
$194
Property taxes
$65
Home insurance
$17
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Gratiot Town/Ketterring
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Garvey AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 2/10Southeastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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