Turn-key brick duplex in Detroit with an active City Rental Certification and recently passed inspection, offering a hassle-free investment opportunity. The lower unit has a reliable Section 8 tenant, providing guaranteed income from day one—please do not disturb the tenant. Both units feature updated interiors, new mechanicals, and durable brick construction to minimize maintenance and maximize long-term returns. Property taxes are currently unknown and should be verified by the buyer. Ideal for investors seeking a stabilized, cash-flowing asset or an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit while collecting rent from the other. With full compliance, solid structure, and modern updates, this duplex is a ready-to-go, low-maintenance opportunity perfect for your portfolio or next house-hack strategy.
Active
$134,999
5919 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI 48224
4beds
2baths
1,900sqft
Est.:
2 to 4 Units
Built in 1940
-- sqft lot
$135,000 Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern updatesBrick constructionDurable brick constructionUpdated interiors
- 58 days |
- 138 |
- 10 |
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: January 23, 2026 at 01:13pm
Listed by:
Bryan Harman 734-679-2139,
Propel Property Management 248-270-7004
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25060305
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Common Area, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved
Lot
- Size: 6,098.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 148
Details
- Parcel number: W21I068718S
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 to 4 Units
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Detroit
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $71/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $24,700
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Cash,Conventional
- Tenant pays: Electricity, Water, Sewer, Gas
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$135,000
$128,000 - $142,000
$1,202/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $134,999$71/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Pending sale | $134,999$71/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $134,999+12.5%$71/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 6/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $43,800 +27.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $34,400 +11.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $30,800 +24.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$776/mo
Principal & interest
$523
Property taxes
$206
Home insurance
$47
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Morningside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Brown Ronald AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10East English Village Preparatory AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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