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    5919 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI 48224

    4beds
    2baths
    1,900sqft
    2 to 4 Units
    Built in 1940
    -- sqft lot
    $127,200 Zestimate®
    $68/sqft
    $1,098 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $127,200

    $106,000 - $149,000

    $1,098/mo

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    What's special

    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.

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    Listed by:

    Bryan Harman 734-679-2139,

    Propel Property Management

    Bought with:

    Kelli Donoho

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25060305MLS Logo

    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 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: $68/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

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/10/2026Listing removed$1,020$1/sqft
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    4/17/2026Price change$1,020+24.4%$1/sqft
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    4/9/2026Listed for rent$820-34.4%
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    2/13/2026Sold$130,000-3.7%$68/sqft
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    2/9/2026Pending sale$134,999$71/sqft
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    1/23/2026Listed for sale$134,999$71/sqft
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    12/17/2025Pending sale$134,999$71/sqft
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    12/2/2025Listed for sale$134,999+12.5%$71/sqft
    Source: Realcomp II #81025060305 Report a problem
    9/11/2024Listing removed$1,250$1/sqft
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    6/11/2024Listed for rent$1,250$1/sqft
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    6/10/2024Listing removed--
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    5/1/2024Listed for rent$1,250+13.6%$1/sqft
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    11/3/2022Listing removed--
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    10/23/2022Listed for rent$1,100+120%$1/sqft
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    9/19/2022Sold$120,000+9.1%$63/sqft
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    6/2/2021Sold$110,000+776.4%$58/sqft
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    11/28/2013Listing removed$500
    Source: MICHIGAN MANAGEMENT & PROPERTY MAINT #213087232 Report a problem
    10/17/2013Price change$500-9.1%
    Source: Michigan Management and Property Maintenance, LLC Report a problem
    9/19/2013Price change$550-15.4%
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    8/26/2013Listed for rent$650
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    5/14/2013Sold$12,551+14.1%$7/sqft
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    3/30/2013Listed for sale$11,000-86.6%$6/sqft
    Source: EASTERN REALTY INC #213027980 Report a problem
    5/18/2012Sold$81,935+582.8%$43/sqft
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    10/26/2011Listing removed$12,000$6/sqft
    Source: SUITE PROPERTIES, LLC #211108160 Report a problem
    10/15/2011Listed for sale$12,000+33.3%$6/sqft
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    1/4/2008Sold$9,000-83%$5/sqft
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    11/22/2006Sold$53,041-44.7%$28/sqft
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    5/19/2006Sold$96,000+242.9%$51/sqft
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    9/7/2005Sold$28,000$15/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $43,800 +27.3%
    2024-- $34,400 +11.7%
    2023-- $30,800 +24.7%
    2022-- $24,700 +8.3%
    2021-- $22,800
    2020$3,021 +113.1%$22,800 +11.8%
    2019$1,418 $20,400 +14%
    2018$1,418 $17,900 +8.5%
    2017-- $16,500 +16.2%
    2016$2,215 $14,200
    2015$2,215 +83.6%$14,200 -25.8%
    2013$1,207 -45.5%$19,145 -31.8%
    2010$2,215 $28,070 -18%
    2009-- $34,232 -13%
    2008-- $39,347
    2007-- $39,347 +5.5%
    2005$219 $37,296 +3%
    2004-- $36,210 +121.5%
    2001$1,361 +10.1%$16,347 +3.2%
    2000$1,236 $15,840
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    Neighborhood: Morningside

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